Marine Diesel Propulsion Technician — Field Service

Pacific-Power-Group; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 61,992 - 85,411; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Field travel

Job summary

MSHS Pacific Power Group in El Cajon, CA is hiring a Marine Engine Systems Technician (Diesel Engines) at journey/mid-level. You will lead inspections, overhauls, diagnostics, and service on large-bore marine diesel engines across vessels, shipyards, and customer sites, using MTU DiaSys to verify performance.

Requirements include 3+ years with diesel engines, diagnostic software proficiency, a valid driver’s license and TWIC.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical training or diesel certification preferred.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with diesel engines.
• Proficient with diagnostic software, engine electronics, and multimeters.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) or ability to obtain.
• Experience with heavy-duty diesel or marine propulsion systems required.

Responsibilities

• Lead inspections, overhauls, diagnostics, and service work on large-bore marine diesel engines.
• Perform MTU dyno acceptance testing and adjust engines to factory specs.
• Conduct field service on vessels, shipyards, and customer facilities.
• Maintain detailed diagnostics and service history documentation.
• Mentor apprentices and uphold safety and quality standards.
• Complete manufacturer training and certifications.

Skills

Diesel engines

Diagnostic software

Engine electronics

Multimeters

Driver's license

TWIC

Heavy-duty diesel experience

Marine propulsion systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Diesel certification preferred

Tools

MTU DiaSys

Job description

MSHS Pacific Power Group in El Cajon, CA is hiring a Marine Engine Systems Technician (Diesel Engines) at journey/mid-level. You will lead inspections, overhauls, diagnostics, and service on large-bore marine diesel engines across vessels, shipyards, and customer sites, using MTU DiaSys to verify performance.

Requirements include 3+ years with diesel engines, diagnostic software proficiency, a valid driver’s license and TWIC.