Shoreside Port Engineer - Fleet Performance & Safety

Constellation Navigation and Trading, LLC; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

USMMI in Norfolk, VA seeks a Port Engineer – Tanker to lead technical performance, safety, and compliance for MR tankers. You will bridge shipboard teams and shoreside leadership to ensure vessels operate safely, efficiently, and at peak readiness.

Responsibilities include planning maintenance and drydock periods, managing budgets, and driving compliance with USCG, ABS, SOLAS/MARPOL, TMSA, and ISM. You will lead incident investigations and pursue continuous improvement across the fleet.

Qualifications

• U.S. Coast Guard Chief Engineer License (Unlimited HP) with Tank Vessel endorsement (implied by role)
• 10+ years sailing as Chief Engineer on MR tankers (40,000–50,000 DWT preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree in marine engineering or related field
• Strong knowledge of U.S. and international maritime regulations (USCG, ABS, SOLAS/MARPOL, TMSA, SIRE 2.0)
• Expertise in low-speed diesel propulsion, electrical systems, cargo systems, and automation

Responsibilities

• Lead technical management and operational readiness of assigned vessels.
• 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.
• Lead incident investigations and ensure effective corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Maritime regulations

Communication

Decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in marine engineering

Job description

USMMI in Norfolk, VA seeks a Port Engineer – Tanker to lead technical performance, safety, and compliance for MR tankers. You will bridge shipboard teams and shoreside leadership to ensure vessels operate safely, efficiently, and at peak readiness.

Responsibilities include planning maintenance and drydock periods, managing budgets, and driving compliance with USCG, ABS, SOLAS/MARPOL, TMSA, and ISM. You will lead incident investigations and pursue continuous improvement across the fleet.