Port Engineer - Marine Vessel Maintenance & Shipyard Ops

Trident Seafoods Corporation; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Trident Seafoods Corporation is seeking a Port Engineer to manage maintenance and repairs of fishing vessels operating in the Bering Sea, Washington, and Oregon. You will oversee budgets, communication with crew, and scheduling with contractors, ensuring compliance with US Coast Guard regulations and safety standards.

The role requires 4+ years in ship repair or marine engineering, with travel to Alaska and shipyards during fishing seasons and maintenance periods.

Qualifications

• 4+ years ship repair or relevant marine engineering experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of vessel propulsion and auxiliary systems equipment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with multiple departments to ensure engineering operations comply with laws and regulations.
• Keeps daily communications with engineering crew and shore side operations.
• Manages vessel maintenance budgets, schedules, and contractor work.
• Prepares work plans, budgets, and bids for repairs and modifications.
• Travels to Alaska and shipyards for extended periods as needed.
• Ensures compliance with US Coast Guard regulations and safety protocols.

Skills

Ship repair experience

Marine propulsion knowledge

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marine Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Trident Seafoods Corporation is seeking a Port Engineer to manage maintenance and repairs of fishing vessels operating in the Bering Sea, Washington, and Oregon. You will oversee budgets, communication with crew, and scheduling with contractors, ensuring compliance with US Coast Guard regulations and safety standards.

The role requires 4+ years in ship repair or marine engineering, with travel to Alaska and shipyards during fishing seasons and maintenance periods.