Position Summary :

The Unlimited Chief Engineer provides leadership to vessel engineering personnel and is accountable for the safe condition, readiness, and operability of mechanical equipment aboard assigned offshore supply vessels and other Birdon vessels. This position provides technical oversight for vessel engineering activities and functions as Port Engineer, except during vessel trials.

• Direct assigned vessels through class certification requirements, including coordination of preparation and follow-up activities.

• Support testing, trials, and commissioning of Birdon vessels to ensure engineering systems are prepared, verified, and operational.

• Maintain Birdon vessels while in service and oversee dry dockings, assigned projects, subcontractor activities, and associated engineering work.

• Develop and maintain cost estimates and project schedules for assigned vessels.

• Ensure the readiness and operability of main engines, propulsion equipment, auxiliary machinery, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, steering, deck, valve, piping, and watertight systems.

• Ensure compliance with applicable Quality, Safety, and Environmental Management System requirements established in the Birdon Operations Manual.

• Supervise the loading of potable water, ballast water, fuel oil, and lube oil; verify appropriate quality and quantity; and maintain accurate Fuel Transfer Certificate entries.

• Perform vessel machinery and equipment repairs within the Chief Engineer’s scope of capability and complete the daily engine log.

• Represent the company in a professional and courteous manner when interacting with customers, pilots, terminal personnel, company personnel, and the public.

Minimum Requirements  

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Current U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential required.

• Chief Engineer License, Unlimited Horsepower, required.

• Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) required.

• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and physical are required.

Physical Requirements  

• Physical evaluation standards shall be based on U.S. Coast Guard NVIC 2-98, “Physical Evaluation Guidelines for Merchant Mariner Credentials.”

• The incumbent must be able to operate heavy machinery and perform repair work beneath machinery and in confined spaces, including frequent stooping and bending.

Birdon offers a full benefits package including:

Health/Dental/Vision

EAP/Life

STD/LTD

401(k) with company match (pre- and post-tax options)

Vacation/Sick accrual and holiday pay

Tuition reimbursement program

Employee referral program

Pet Insurance

Birdon is committed to the HEALTH and SAFETY of our workforce and to the ENVIRONMENT we expect this same commitment from all employees. 

As a Federal Contractor, Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background and drug screening, conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. 

* At our Pensacola, FL location you must also successfully obtain a TWIC card for location access.

Birdon America Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Know Your Rights .  The Company invites any applicant and/or employee to review the Company’s written Affirmative Action Plan. This plan is available for inspection upon request by emailing hr@birdon.us . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact hr@birdon.us for further assistance.