Marine Engineer – Shoreside Position

Accelera Staffing; Yarmouth (ME); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera Staffing seeks an experienced Marine Engineer to join a hands-on marine service operation in Yarmouth, Maine. This role focuses on field-ready mechanical work, not management.

The ideal candidate has practical experience with marine diesel engines, hydraulics, refrigeration, electrical systems, pumps, and auxiliary machinery, and can diagnose and repair complex marine equipment on-site. You will work with a team of skilled technicians to maintain safety and reliability across multiple

Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on experience in marine engineering, commercial vessel maintenance, or marine mechanical systems.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Working knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and auxiliary machinery.
• Ability to independently diagnose and repair complex mechanical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair marine diesel engines and auxiliary machinery.
• Service hydraulic systems, pumps, valves, cylinders, and associated components.
• Troubleshoot marine electrical systems, motors, generators, and controls.
• Diagnose and repair marine refrigeration, cooling, and HVAC systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance and mechanical overhauls.
• Troubleshoot propulsion systems, gearboxes, and related mechanical equipment.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, electrical schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Identify equipment failures and develop practical, cost-effective repair solutions.
• Work independently and collaborate with other marine technicians on complex repairs.
• Maintain high standards of safety, workmanship, and reliability.

Skills

Marine engineering

Troubleshooting

Diesel engines

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Marine Engineer to join an established marine service operation in Yarmouth, Maine.

This opportunity is particularly well-suited for current or former Merchant Marine Engineers, Chief Engineers, First Assistant Engineers, and commercial vessel engineers interested in transitioning from life at sea to a stable, land-based career.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive hands-on technical expertise across marine diesel engines, hydraulics, refrigeration, electrical systems, pumps, and auxiliary machinery.

We are looking for a well-rounded mechanical professional who can independently diagnose complex problems, troubleshoot equipment, and perform high-quality repairs across a variety of marine systems.

This is a hands-on technical position, not a management or administrative role.

Key Responsibilities

Diagnose, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair marine diesel engines and auxiliary machinery.

Service hydraulic systems, pumps, valves, cylinders, and associated components.

Troubleshoot marine electrical systems, motors, generators, and controls.

Diagnose and repair marine refrigeration, cooling, and HVAC systems.

Perform preventative maintenance and mechanical overhauls.

Troubleshoot propulsion systems, gearboxes, and related mechanical equipment.

Read and interpret technical drawings, electrical schematics, and equipment manuals.

Identify equipment failures and develop practical, cost-effective repair solutions.

Work independently and collaborate with other marine technicians on complex repairs.

Maintain high standards of safety, workmanship, and reliability.

Required Qualifications

Extensive hands-on experience in marine engineering, commercial vessel maintenance, or marine mechanical systems.

Strong mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.

Working knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and auxiliary machinery.

Ability to independently diagnose and repair complex mechanical equipment.

Comfortable performing hands-on technical work.

Ability to work full-time on-site in Yarmouth, Maine.