Vessel Engineering Lead: Systems & Projects

Trident-Seafood; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Trident Seafoods in Tacoma, WA seeks an experienced Assistant Engineer to support the Chief Engineer aboard our vessels. You will supervise mechanical operations, maintain safety standards, and participate in capital projects and maintenance programs.

This role requires 3+ years as an Assistant Engineer on a similarly sized vessel, firefighting skills, appropriate licenses, and current First Aid/CPR. Join a seafood industry leader focused on safety, compliance, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of state and federal vessel regulations.
• Knowledge of pollution abatement procedures.
• Ability to support production needs and interact with the crew.

Responsibilities

• Directs and oversees vessel engine, boiler, deck machinery, electrical, hydraulic, refrigeration and sanitary systems.
• Leads capital projects scheduling, budgeting and regulatory compliance.
• Establishes performance standards for vessel systems and resolves issues with appropriate solutions.
• Manages energy management, conservation and preventative maintenance documentation.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Pollution abatement

Operational production support

Safety drills

First aid / CPR

Navigation / comms

Education

CG license appropriate tonnage

STCW endorsement

First Aid and CPR cards

Job description

Trident Seafoods in Tacoma, WA seeks an experienced Assistant Engineer to support the Chief Engineer aboard our vessels. You will supervise mechanical operations, maintain safety standards, and participate in capital projects and maintenance programs.

This role requires 3+ years as an Assistant Engineer on a similarly sized vessel, firefighting skills, appropriate licenses, and current First Aid/CPR. Join a seafood industry leader focused on safety, compliance, and operational excellence.