Port Engineer - Fleet Maintenance & Readiness Lead

Hornblower Corp; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hornblower Corp. seeks a Port Engineer to lead vessel maintenance, ensuring fleet readiness and safety. The role manages engineering teams, coordinates with operations, and oversees preventative maintenance and major repair planning across the fleet.

Expect hands-on work with diesel, HVAC, hydraulics, and electrical systems, plus budgeting and staff development. This shore-side position requires living within commutable distance and availability for nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must possess valid TWIC.
• First Aid/CPR Certified.
• Minimum of 10 years of marine or closely related facility experience, including 5 years as licensed Chief Engineer or First Assistant Chief Engineer and 5 years managing crew.
• High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred.
• Detailed working knowledge of ship systems and their proper maintenance: gangways, diesel, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, water systems, fire suppression.

Responsibilities

• Lead Engineering and Maintenance teams to accomplish duties.
• Assist in detailed plans for major R&M and capital projects with timelines and contingencies.
• Ensure Preventative Maintenance tasks are completed on schedule.
• Provide hands-on repair experience with diesel engines, HVAC, hydraulics, electrical generation, and marine systems.
• Document maintenance issues in Management Systems and address them.
• Ensure compliance with Coast Guard and other regulations.
• Coordinate with Engineering Team and management on subcontractor work for major repairs or upgrades.
• Recruit and develop staff and recommend compensation and promotions.

Skills

Leadership

Crew management

Communication skills

Multitasking

Problem solving

Safety focus

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Hornblower Corp. seeks a Port Engineer to lead vessel maintenance, ensuring fleet readiness and safety. The role manages engineering teams, coordinates with operations, and oversees preventative maintenance and major repair planning across the fleet.

Expect hands-on work with diesel, HVAC, hydraulics, and electrical systems, plus budgeting and staff development. This shore-side position requires living within commutable distance and availability for nights, weekends, and holidays.