Marine Technical Engineer - Ship Engines

Aquila Talent; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquila Talent seeks a Marine Technical Engineer to provide hands-on support for customers, Sales teams, and internal functions across the US and Europe, focusing on ship engines and marine machinery.

The role requires a degree in Marine or Mechanical Engineering, 3+ years of ship engine experience, and the ability to travel internationally. You will monitor UOA, prepare MLRs, and produce technical reports and recommendations.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Marine/Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of experience with ship/marine engines.
• Experience with 2-stroke OR 4-stroke engines.
• Hands-on marine engine and machinery experience.
• Strong reporting and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to customers, Sales, Supply, and Customer Service teams.
• Handle technical inquiries related to marine engines and machinery.
• Monitor and report Used Oil Analysis (UOA) results.
• Prepare Machinery Lubrication Recommendations (MLRs).
• Conduct technical/trial ship visits and change-over visits.
• Prepare technical reports and engineering recommendations.
• Provide support outside regular office hours when required due to time-zone differences.

Skills

Ship engine experience

Technical communication

Report writing

Travel readiness

Education

Degree/Diploma in Marine Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

UOA monitoring

Job description

Marine Technical Engineer – Ship Engines

Industry: Marine Lubricants & Energy

Location: Houston, USA / Germany

Travel: Approximately once every 1–2 months

This role requires regular travel to the USA and Europe. Candidates must already be able to travel to both destinations without company-sponsored visa assistance. Visa sponsorship/assistance is not provided.

About the Role

We are looking for a Marine Technical Engineer with hands‑on experience working with ship/marine engines to provide technical support to customers, Sales teams, and internal functions across the US and Europe.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to customers, Sales, Supply, and Customer Service teams.
• Handle technical inquiries related to marine engines and machinery.
• Monitor and report Used Oil Analysis (UOA) results.
• Prepare Machinery Lubrication Recommendations (MLRs).
• Conduct technical/trial ship visits and change‑over visits.
• Prepare technical reports and engineering recommendations.
• Provide support outside regular office hours when required due to time‑zone differences.

Requirements

• Degree/Diploma in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 3+ years of experience working with ship/marine engines.
• Experience with either 2‑stroke OR 4‑stroke engines.
• Background as an onboard Marine Engineer, shipyard engineer, marine engine/service engineer, or similar.
• Hands‑on experience with ship engines and related marine machinery.
• Experience with UOA monitoring/reporting.
• Marine lubricant knowledge/experience is required; training can be provided for candidates without direct lubricant experience.
• Strong technical communication and report‑writing skills.
• Willing to travel internationally once every month or every other month.
• Willing to support technical matters outside normal working hours.

If you have hands‑on marine engine experience and are interested in an international technical role, we'd like to hear from you.