First Assistant Engineer

Job Title

First Assistant Engineer

Agency

Texas A&M University at Galveston

Department

10151904 Texas A&M Maritime Academy (Milton Korn)

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Galveston, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who We Are

We are the ocean campus of Texas A&M University at Galveston. Our employees come from throughout the world, with many different perspectives, talents, lived experiences and interests. Aggies by the Sea promote a welcoming and highly productive work environment. We support the university’s goals to recruit and retain a quality workforce and encourage life-long learning practices.  We will do our part to assist you in your new position and encourage you to take advantage of training and development opportunities that are available to help you be successful.

What we want

The First Assistant Engineer (1AE) reports to the Chief Engineer and serves as the front line supervisor of the ship’s engineering staff. Leads the operation, maintenance and repair of the ship’s equipment and systems. The First Assistant engineer develops and maintains the operation, maintenance and repair plan utilizing the maintenance management application NSE (or other application if provided) and organizes operation, maintenance and repair based upon the maintenance plan and emergent priorities. The First Assistant Engineer reviews the operation, maintenance and repair plan with the Chief Engineer. The First Assistant Engineer participates in supervision and mentorship of engine license option student’s activities aboard the Training Ship to the extent that it does not interfere with the First Assistant Engineers primary responsibility of leading operation, maintenance and repair by the ships engineering staff. The First Assistant Engineer participates in training cruises and shipyard availability activities.

What you need to know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.

​Physical Requirements: Must maintain USCG/STCW Medical Certificate.

Other Factors:

• Must be on board during training cruises, shipyard periods, or any time the ship is away from Galveston.

• This position is designated as Essential Staff under the TAMUG Emergency Operations Procedures.

• Pre-employment and random testing for drugs and alcohol is required by TAMU System and University Rule (34.02.99M1, 8.6.1) and USCG and DOT regulations.

• Position is exempt from overtime. Duties may require you to work in excess of 40 hours per week but work hours shall not exceed Hours of Work prescribed by regulation.

• Participation in TAMMA and TAMUG events is expected. Participation on TAMMA teams that inform Federal maritime training and education policy and rulemaking is expected.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Maritime Engineering or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

• Three years experience as a 1st Assistant Engineer, two of which must be aboard a steam vessel of unlimited horsepower and one year aboard a diesel vessel of unlimited horsepower as 1st Assistant Engineer.

Required Licenses and Certifications:

• United States Coast Guard License as 1st Assistant Engineer of Steam Vessels of Unlimited Horsepower and Motor Vessels of Unlimited Horsepower, STCW, USCG Medical Certificate, Universal Refrigeration Technician Certification.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of shipboard equipment and systems including but not limited to steam propulsion, diesel electric propulsion, electric power systems including production, distribution, utilization and control. Automation, control, communication. Air conditioning systems, refrigeration systems, water makers including thermal distillation and reverse osmosis, oily water separators, oil content monitors. Hotel services including galley, berthing, marine sanitation, plumbing, ventilation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• USCG Endorsement as Electro Technical Officer.

Responsibilities:

• Engineering officer - Reports to the Chief Engineer and serves as the front line supervisor of the ship’s engineering staff. Leads the operation, maintenance and repair of the ship’s equipment and systems.  Develops and maintains the operation, maintenance and repair plan utilizing the maintenance management application NSE (or other application if provided) and organizes operation, maintenance and repair based upon the maintenance plan and emergent priorities.  Reviews the operation, maintenance and repair plan with the Chief Engineer.  Is responsible for supervisory oversight of the maintenance, operation, and repair of all vessel systems.  Participates in all underway periods, training sea terms, and shipyard periods. Prepares vessel for all drydocking and inspections.

• Supervision - Participates in supervision and mentorship of engine license student’s activities aboard the Training Ship to the extent that it does not interfere with the First Assistant Engineers primary responsibility of leading operation, maintenance and repair by the ships engineering staff.  Monitors and counsels work performance, conduct annual written performance assessments. Trains new engineers or relief engineers.

• Inspections and Compliance - Ensures vessel systems and operations are in compliance with USCG regulations and other law. Requests supervisor assistance and guidance when necessary. Conducts inspections to ensure the crew is observes regulations and policy related to safe vessel operations.

Why Texas A&M University? 

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experience. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. 

• Health , dental , vision , life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays 
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave  and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas 
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning  training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more.
• Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time   for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee.

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.