MARINE ENGINEER, FIRST ASSISTANT (HOURLY/TEMPORARY)

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UW's School of Oceanography has an outstanding opportunity open for an Temporary Marine Engineer, First Assistant.

The position of First Assistant Engineering Officer is aboard the research Vessel Thomas G. Thompson, a global oceanographic research ship of approximately 3100 gross tons. This position is given delegated authority under the Chief Engineer and oversees the day-to-day operations of the engineering department.  This position is temporary with the option to become permanent under the recommendation of the Marine Operations Department.

Responsibilities include:

Managerial

• Report to the Chief Engineer;
• Follow the Chief’s Standing Orders;
• Conduct training;
• Assign and schedule work for engineering personnel;
• Supervise engineering personnel;
• Stand engine room watches;
• Responsible for inventory of replacement and spare parts, fuels, lubricants and other provisions necessary for the operation of the machinery of the vessel;
• Provide administrative support to the chief engineer in the compilation of reports or gathering of data;

Technical

• Operate and maintain AC-to-DC propulsion systems;
• Operate and maintain auxiliary machinery;
• Responsible for the maintenance of machine shop and equipment;
• Responsible for the maintenance and readiness of various plants;
• Direct routine maintenance and emergency repair of propulsion and auxiliary machinery and electrical systems.

Legal Requirements:

Must hold a U.S. Coast Guard First Assistant Engineer's license valid for operation of a 6000 HP inspected ocean motor vessel of unlimited gross tonnage. Must have significant experience with diesel electric powered ocean research ship, 6000 HP.

Desired Experience:

• Knowledge and experience with Caterpillar engines, in particular 3516Cs, TKY-Series and C32s RSD-Series, both mechanical and electrical, including Auto-Maskin Engine Management System;
• Knowledge of Wärtsilä control systems or equivalent;
• Knowledge of Siemens AC/DC Drives;
• Knowledge of Siemens Automation Systems;
• Knowledge of Dief or equivalent Power Management System;
• Proven history of working with maintenance management systems;
• Proven knowledge of refrigeration systems for ship’s HVAC and domestic systems, Carrier knowledge is an asset;
• Experience with Navigation Electronics Systems;
• Experience with Kongsberg Dynamic Positioning Systems.

Application Process:

The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process.  These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter, and/or others.  Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.