QMED Engineer: Ship Engine Room Specialist

Hornblower Corp; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hornblower Corp. seeks a Qualified Member of the Engineering Department (QMED) to work directly with the Chief Engineer on a vessel operating under USCG regulations.

The role focuses on operation and supervision of all engine room machinery, safety drills, and mooring procedures. Required qualifications include USCG MMD with QMED, TWIC, First Aid/CPR, and at least two years of engine room experience; USCG Assistant Engineer’s License is a plus.

Qualifications

• USCG MMD with QMED rating is required.
• USCG Assistant Engineer’s License with HP and route ratings is desired.
• TSA TWIC is required.
• First Aid/CPR certification.
• Two years of qualified engine room experience.

Responsibilities

• Start, monitor and maintain all machinery.
• Assist Chief Engineer in all aspects.
• Handle mooring lines.
• Participate in Safety and Security drills and all required on WQSB.
• Enforce crew and passenger safety.
• Stand engine watches as required.
• Be trained in use of fixed fire suppression systems.
• QMED is assigned an IBA.

Skills

Engine room operations

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hornblower Corp. seeks a Qualified Member of the Engineering Department (QMED) to work directly with the Chief Engineer on a vessel operating under USCG regulations.

The role focuses on operation and supervision of all engine room machinery, safety drills, and mooring procedures. Required qualifications include USCG MMD with QMED, TWIC, First Aid/CPR, and at least two years of engine room experience; USCG Assistant Engineer’s License is a plus.