Senior Waterfront Engineering & Ship Repair Superintendent

TMMG, LLC

Seattle (WA)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

TMMG, LLC is seeking a Senior Waterfront Engineering & Ship Repair Superintendent in Seattle, WA, responsible for leading ship repair and modernization efforts. The role involves technical execution, coordination with engineering and production, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and extensive experience in shipyard production. Strong leadership and operational knowledge in ship repair are essential. This position entails working within demanding environments with Navy and commercial vessels.

Qualifications

Minimum 8–15 years of shipyard, ship repair, modernization, or waterfront production experience.
Experience supporting Navy, MSC, and USCG vessels.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

Lead ship repair and modernization work packages.
Coordinate production activities across multiple trades.
Support integrated schedule execution with project controls.
Communicate technical risks and production impacts.

Skills

Ship repair operational knowledge

Production leadership capability

Engineering coordination experience

Strong leadership skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical discipline

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Background check, US Citizenship, and drug testing are requirements for this position.

Support to Vigor Marine – Seattle, WA

Developed from the existing Vigor Project Superintendent – Engineering position and expanded to support complex Navy, MSC, commercial vessel modernization, repair, production integration, and waterfront execution efforts at Vigor Marine facilities.

Position Summary

The Senior Waterfront Engineering & Ship Repair Superintendent is responsible for the day‑to‑day technical execution, coordination, and waterfront integration of complex ship repair, modernization, maintenance, and vessel upgrade activities at Vigor Marine. This position serves as the operational bridge between engineering, production, planning, testing, subcontractors, and customer representatives to ensure shipboard work is executed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and in accordance with technical and regulatory requirements.

This Role Supports Military and Commercial Vessel Availabilities Including:

Navy ship modernization
MSC vessel repair
USCG vessel support
Commercial vessel overhauls
Complex machinery and systems integration
Drydock and pier‑side repair operations

The ideal candidate possesses strong ship repair operational knowledge, production leadership capability, engineering coordination experience, and the ability to drive work completion in demanding waterfront environments.

Requirements

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Waterfront Production Leadership

Lead daily execution of assigned ship repair and modernization work packages.

Coordinate Production Activities Across Multiple Trades Including:

Structural
Mechanical
Electrical
Pipe
Coatings
HVAC
Outfitting
Testing and commissioning

Monitor waterfront progress and adjust execution priorities to maintain schedule performance. Conduct routine onboard ship checks to validate actual progress versus planned work. Resolve production conflicts and access constraints impacting execution. Coordinate manpower deployment and sequencing with craft supervision and production management.

Engineering & Technical Integration

Translate engineering drawings, specifications, work packages, and technical directives into executable production activities. Coordinate engineering changes, field changes, and rework integration with production teams. Support troubleshooting and technical problem resolution during active vessel repair operations. Review and validate technical work completion prior to testing and turnover.

Assist Engineering Teams With:

Ship checks
As‑built validation
Field condition assessments
Installation feasibility reviews

Coordinate technical interfaces between shipyard departments, subcontractors, vendors, and customers.

Project Execution & Schedule Management

Support integrated schedule execution in coordination with Project Controls and Planning teams. Develop short‑range execution plans and daily production priorities. Identify schedule risks, production bottlenecks, and recovery opportunities early.

Support Milestone Execution Including:

System turnovers
Dock trials
Sea trials
Regulatory inspections
Final delivery

Coordinate production readiness for testing and commissioning events. Participate in daily, weekly, and customer production meetings.

Test & Trials Coordination

Coordinate testing activities with production teams, engineering personnel, and waterfront operations. Ensure systems are mechanically complete and ready for testing.

Assist With:

Pre‑test inspections
Operational testing
Integrated systems testing
Dock trials
Sea trials

Support deficiency tracking and resolution efforts during test events. Ensure test boundaries and safety requirements are properly established.

Customer & Regulatory Coordination

Interface Directly With:

Navy representatives
MSC personnel
USCG inspectors
ABS surveyors
Subcontractors
Vessel crews
Program leadership

Communicate project status, technical risks, and production impacts to leadership teams and customers. Support regulatory compliance and inspection activities. Assist with technical documentation, condition reports, and work package closeout.

Cost, Risk & Quality Oversight

Monitor work progress against labor budgets and schedule targets. Identify growth work and technical impacts affecting cost and schedule performance. Support change order development and technical impact assessments. Ensure workmanship meets shipyard quality standards and customer requirements. Drive first‑time quality execution and minimize rework. Enforce shipyard safety and environmental compliance standards.

Physical Job Requirements

Extensive time spent onboard active vessels and in industrial shipyard environments. Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding, enter confined spaces, traverse uneven surfaces, work outdoors in varying weather conditions. May require extended work hours, weekend support, and occasional travel.

Education / Certification Requirements

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical discipline preferred. Minimum 8–15 years of shipyard, ship repair, modernization, or waterfront production experience.

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