Third Assistant Engineer

Chevron Shipping Company; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Chevron USA - Marine is seeking a Third Assistant Engineer for deployment on its US Flag fleet through November 29, 2026, with duties including watchstanding and supervision of engine room operations.

Requirements include a USCG License (Motor Vessels of any horsepower), Merchant Mariner Document, Passport, and TWIC. Must comply with STCW/ISM/ISPS and Chevron safety procedures, with ongoing training and safety program participation.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current United States Coast Guard License (Motor vessels of any horsepower).
• Merchant Mariner Document, Passport, and Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) are required.
• STCW, ISM and ISPS compliance is required; familiarity with Chevron procedures is expected.

Responsibilities

• Handles engine department watch standing duties, including supervision and control of vessel’s machinery and equipment.
• Oversees loading of engine department stores, bunkers and water.
• Ensures PPE compliance and safety instructions are followed in the engine room.
• Supervises and assists unlicensed personnel (machinist and utility).
• Performs routine maintenance and troubleshooting of engine room equipment and systems (pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanical, electrical).
• Performs other marine duties as required by STCW, ISM, ISPS conventions and Chevron procedures to ensure vessel, crew and cargo safety.
• Attends required classes to maintain valid certificates of competency.
• Participates in company safety programs.

Job description

Chevron USA - Marine is accepting online applications for the position of Third Assistant Engineer located on one of their US Flag fleet of vesselst hrough November 29th, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. (PST).

Applicants must hold a current United States Coast Guard License (Motor vessels of any horsepower), Merchant Mariner Document, Passport, and Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC). The general guideline for vessel assignment length is 75 days for licensed officers. Vacation will accrue at 30 days for each 30 days of work.

Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

• Handles engine department watch standing duties, which includes supervision and control of vessel’s machinery and equipment.
• Oversees the loading of engine department stores, bunkers and water.
• Ensures that all personnel working within the engine room comply with PPE requirements and supervisor’s safety instructions so that safe working practices are adhered to.
• Supervise and assist unlicensed personnel (machinist and utility).
• Responsible for routine maintenance and troubleshooting of engine room equipment, inspecting equipment for the need of preventative maintenance and determining requirements. Conducts routine maintenance on a variety of systems, including (but not limited to) pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanical and electrical.
• Performs any other marine related duties as required by STCW, ISM and ISPS conventions and Chevron operational procedures to ensure the safety of the vessel, its crew and cargo.
• Attends all required classes required by STCW, ISM, ISPS and Chevron to maintain valid certificates of competency.
• Participates in and furthers company programs such as Behavior Based Safety, near miss reporting and Job Safety Analysis.
• One year service as a licensed engineer on vessels requiring unlimited horsepower.
• Working knowledge of USCG and international regulations such as MARPOL, SOLAS and ISGOTT.

Minimum License and Endorsement Requirements:

• USCG Third Assistant Engineer of Motor Vessels of any horsepower.

Required Qualifications:

Pre-employment screening consists of:

• Physical and Functional capacity evaluation examination, including DOT drug testing