Port Engineer - Tanker

MIS Tracking; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MIS Tracking is looking for a Port Engineer to oversee technical performance and operational readiness of MR tankers. The ideal candidate will ensure safety, compliance, and efficiency across fleet operations.

This role demands strong leadership in managing maintenance strategies, budgets, and regulatory compliance, while championing a safety culture. Involvement with experienced mariners and engineers will provide both professional respect and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• A seasoned Chief Engineer ready to transition to shoreside positions.
• Experience managing vessel safety and compliance.
• Familiarity with USCG, ABS, EPA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical management of assigned vessels.
• Plan maintenance strategies and execute repairs.
• Drive compliance with regulatory frameworks.

Skills

Technical management

Operational readiness

Budget management

Safety compliance

Education

Chief Engineer experience

Job description

# Port Engineer - TankerBack to Job ListingsPosted May 13, 2026## Job DescriptionPort Engineer - TankerLog In/RegisterPost ResumePost JobMaritimeJobs.comJobsResumesBack to Job ListUSAApply Now×Apply InstructionsApply OnlineClosePort Engineer - TankerCategoryEngineer / Naval ArchitectEmployment typeFull TimeDescriptionPort Engineer – TankerLead Critical Maritime Operations. Drive Performance. Shape the Future of U.S. Shipping.At USMMI, you won’t just manage ships—you’ll help power the backbone of U.S. commerce and national security.As a trusted leader in the maritime industry, USMMI operates a fleet of vessels supporting both commercial trade and vital government programs, including the Military Sealift Command and the Maritime Administration’s Tanker Security Program (TSP). Our work sits at the intersection of operational excellence, engineering innovation, and mission-critical logistics.We are known for doing things the right way — holding ourselves to the highest global standards and continuously advancing best practices aligned with OCIMF. Our team brings deep expertise in ship operations, design, and lifecycle management, enabling us to deliver smart, reliable solutions in a complex and evolving industry.Why Join USMMIMission-Driven Work: Support operations that directly impact U.S. economic strength and national security.High-Impact Role: Your decisions directly influence vessel performance, safety, and charter success.Professional Respect: Work alongside experienced mariners and engineers who value expertise and leadership.Growth & Ownership: Take ownership of fleet performance and drive meaningful improvements.Dynamic Environment: Split time between office strategy and hands-on vessel and shipyard operations.Your ImpactAs a Port Engineer, you will take ownership of the technical performance, safety, and compliance of MR tankers operating in the Jones Act trade. You’ll serve as a critical link between shipboard teams and shoreside leadership—ensuring vessels operate safely, efficiently, and at peak readiness.This is a role for a seasoned Chief Engineer ready to transition to the shoreside (or elevate their current port engineering career) and make a measurable impact across a fleet.What You’ll DoLead the technical management and operational readiness of assigned vessels.Partner with Masters and Chief Engineers to ensure safe, efficient voyages.Plan and execute maintenance strategies, repairs, and drydock periods.Own and manage vessel budgets, balancing cost control with operational excellence.Drive compliance across USCG, ABS, EPA, and international regulatory frameworks.Champion safety culture and proactively address risks across the fleet.Analyze performance data to improve reliability, fuel efficiency, an