Senior Engine Mariner Subject Matter Expert

VLinc; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

VLinc Corporation seeks a senior marine engineer to evaluate maritime engineering training programs and provide guidance on course content, instructor qualifications, and instructional standards. The role involves reviewing curricula and coordinating with reviewers to resolve technical questions.

Responsibilities include evaluating propulsion, auxiliary systems, electrical systems, and operations, and ensuring compliance with maritime training standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential endorsed as Chief Engineer Unlimited Horsepower or First Assistant Engineer Unlimited Horsepower.
• At least five years of sailing experience while holding the credential.
• Extensive knowledge of marine engineering systems and shipboard operations.
• Strong technical writing, analytical and review skills.
• Ability to attend an initial two-week orientation in Martinsburg, West Virginia, and travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Review engineering curricula, course materials, assessments, and practical training exercises.
• Evaluate training related to marine propulsion, auxiliary machinery, electrical systems, and engineering operations.
• Assess technical compliance with applicable maritime training standards and regulatory requirements.
• Document evaluation results, identify deficiencies, and recommend improvements.
• Coordinate with technical reviewers and training providers to resolve course-related questions.

Skills

MMC endorsement

Marine propulsion knowledge

Technical writing

Regulatory compliance

Travel readiness

Sailing experience

Job description

Senior Engine Mariner Subject Matter Expert

VLinc Corporation seeks an experienced senior marine engineer to evaluate maritime engineering training programs and provide technical guidance on course content, instructor qualifications, and instructional standards.

Key responsibilities

• Review engineering curricula, course materials, assessments, and practical training exercises.
• Evaluate training related to marine propulsion, auxiliary machinery, electrical systems, and engineering operations.
• Assess technical compliance with applicable maritime training standards and regulatory requirements.
• Document evaluation results, identify deficiencies, and recommend improvements.
• Coordinate with technical reviewers and training providers to resolve course-related questions.

Required qualifications

• Currently holds or previously held a U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential endorsed as Chief Engineer Unlimited Horsepower or First Assistant Engineer Unlimited Horsepower.
• At least five years of sailing experience while holding the qualifying credential .
• Extensive knowledge of marine engineering systems and shipboard engineering operations.
• Strong technical writing, analytical, and review skills.
• Ability to attend an initial two-week orientation in Martinsburg, West Virginia, and travel as required .

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with diesel, steam, and gas turbine propulsion systems.
• Experience developing, teaching, or evaluating maritime engineering courses.
• Familiarity with STCW and maritime training standards; a current STCW certificate is not required .

VLinc Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring and start dates are subject to business needs and applicable approvals.