Port Engineer (Albany, NY)

Inland Rivers, Ports & Terminals, INC.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Carver Companies is seeking a Port Engineer to oversee maintenance, repair, and regulatory compliance for a fleet of tugboats and barges. The role requires deep technical knowledge and hands-on experience with marine propulsion systems and shipyard projects.

The position involves coordinating maintenance, dry docking, and budgeting, with travel between Staten Island and Albany, NY as needed. You will liaise with captains and crews, ensure USCG/ABS compliance, and contribute to long-term

Qualifications

• Minimum seven years in Marine, Engineering and/or equivalent role.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of all vessels in the fleet.
• Develop and maintain preventative maintenance programs and dry dock scopes.
• Liaise with vessel captains and crews to diagnose mechanical issues and prioritize repairs.
• Oversee dry dockings, shipyard periods, and major overhauls; ensure work is completed safely, on time, and within budget.
• Ensure vessels remain in compliance with all USCG, ABS, and other regulatory requirements.
• Source parts, manage inventory, and maintain vendor relationships.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs, maintenance, inspections, and certifications.
• Collaborate with operations and logistics teams to minimize downtime.
• Participate in budgeting, capital planning, and long-term maintenance forecasting.
• Be available on-call for vessel emergencies and off-hour issues.

Skills

Marine engineering

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Job description

For over 30 years, Carver Companies has been a leading provider of construction materials, marine transportation and infrastructure services across the East Coast. With operations in New York, South Carolina, and Canada, our fundamental belief has been to provide unparalleled service to all while maintaining our values of honesty and integrity both on land and sea.

About the Role:

The Port Engineer will oversee the maintenance, repair, and regulatory compliance of our fleet of tugboats and barges. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical knowledge, strong organizational skills, and hands-on experience with marine propulsion systems, shipyard projects, and day-to-day vessel operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of all vessels in the fleet.
• Develop and maintain preventative maintenance programs and dry dock scopes.
• Liaise with vessel captains and crews to diagnose mechanical issues and prioritize repairs.
• Oversee dry dockings, shipyard periods, and major overhauls; ensure work is completed safely, on time, and within budget.
• Ensure vessels remain in compliance with all USCG, ABS, and other regulatory requirements.
• Source parts, manage inventory, and maintain vendor relationships.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs, maintenance, inspections, and certifications.
• Collaborate with operations and logistics teams to minimize downtime.
• Participate in budgeting, capital planning, and long-term maintenance forecasting.
• Be available on-call for vessel emergencies and off-hour issues.

Operational Management:

• Cross-reference vessel logs in Helm with Tow Works, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Develop or enhance daily tracking systems for tug and barge utilization, repairs and maintenance, providing actionable insights to leadership.
• Maintain consistent communication with Business Development and Operations on the engineering operations to ensure equipment availability for repairs and maintenance.
• Act as the liaison between vessel crews and shoreside management to address operational needs for current or upcoming engineering projects.
• Weekly reporting at the CMT team meeting on ongoing project statuses.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum seven years in Marine, Engineering and/or equivalent role
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous sailing experience as an engineer of a vessel or shipyard project manager

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Travel to field sites, job locations, or company divisions as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds if necessary.
• This position will be located in both an office setting and a field setting, specifically shipyards and ports.
• This position will primarily be located in Staten Island with occasional travel to our corporate office in Albany, NY
• Standard business hours with occasional extended hours

Additional Requirements:

• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Consideration for employment in this role is contingent upon the successful completion of all pre-employment requirements, including a background check, drug screen, and driving record review.

Employee and Compliance Information:

• Carver Companies is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws.
• Employment is at-will, meaning either the employee or the company may terminate employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, except as provided by law.
• Salary disclosure is in accordance with New York State wage transparency laws.

Disclaimer:

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.