Marine Mechanical Engineer (On-Site)

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Marine Mechanical Engineer (On-Site)

ECS Federal

Location

3801 Tongass Ave - ABH

Experience

Senior

Posted

Jul 30, 2026

Apply by

August 29, 2026

Applicants

0

Early applicantEasy applyTemporaryWork from Office

Job Description

Everforth ECS is seeking a Senior Marine Mechanical Engineer to work in Ketchikan, AK. We are seeking a Senior Marine Mechanical Engineer to provide on-site owner representation at the Ketchikan, AK shipyard. In this role, you will oversee critical vessel repair and major modification periods, ensuring all industrial work aligns strictly with contract specifications and regulatory mandates. The ideal candidate possesses deep technical expertise in shipboard mechanical systems and a strong background in maritime quality assurance. This is a temporary (no more than 12 months), on-site position located in Ketchikan, Alaska. The Qualified candidate will be eligible for Per Diem (meals, lodging, and incidental expenses) in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations for the entirety of the on-site assignment. Key Responsibilities - Shipyard Oversight: Serve as the primary on-site owner representative; supervise the modification, renewal, and repair of main and auxiliary shipboard systems (pumps, fans, valves, and mechanical components). - Test & Inspection: Attend official tests, sea trials, and quality inspections to verify that all mechanical repairs meet contract standards and engineering criteria. - Requirements Management: Map complex end-user requirements to holistic engineering methodologies, safeguarding against missing design criteria or regulatory oversights. - Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with on-site technical oversight personnel to ensure seamless integration of cross-disciplinary systems. - Regulatory Compliance: Confirm all modifications comply with project specifications, classification society rules (e.g., ABS), and federal maritime standards (USCG). - Technical Reporting: Develop, document, and present clear technical materials and project briefings to key stakeholders for streamlined decision-making. Qualifications & Experience - Background: Strong engineering foundation with definitive experience evaluating complex shipboard mechanical systems. - System Expertise: Direct, hands-on knowledge of maritime piping, HVAC, refrigeration, and hydraulic systems. - Compliance Literacy: Proven ability to audit industrial work against detailed contract specifications, ABS rules, technical drawings, and USCG regulations. - Experience providing shipyard oversight - Familiarity with industrial processes and procedures (especially safety protocols) - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Ability to work independently, but also within a team setting - Ability to read and interpret vessel construction drawings and technical documentation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as primary on-site owner representative supervising modification, renewal, and repair of main and auxiliary shipboard systems.
  • Attend official tests, sea trials, and quality inspections to verify mechanical repairs meet contract standards.
  • Map complex end-user requirements to engineering methodologies to safeguard against missing design criteria.
  • Partner with technical oversight personnel to ensure seamless integration of cross-disciplinary systems.
  • Confirm all modifications comply with project specifications, classification society rules, and federal maritime standards.
  • Develop, document, and present technical materials and project briefings to key stakeholders.

Skills Required

Shipboard mechanical systemsMaritime pipingHVACRefrigerationHydraulic systemsABS rulesUSCG regulationsVessel construction drawingsTechnical documentationCommunicationIndependent workTeamworkProblem solving

Benefits

  • Per Diem for meals, lodging, and incidental expenses

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