Chief Engineer

Overview:

CHIEF ENGINEER (RSCS)

Bowhead seeks a Chief Engineer to operate Navy vessels out of San Diego, CA supporting the Range Support Craft Services (RSCS). The Chief Engineer will work as part of a close-knit team, as well as independently, to accomplish a range of maritime functions as you support RSCS.

Responsibilities:

1. The Chief Engineer shall be responsible for operating and monitoring all machinery and engineering equipment; overseeing the upkeep and cleanliness of all engineering spaces and be responsible for maintaining an engine room watch at all times when the vessel is underway.
2. The Chief Engineer shall maintain a log of fuel consumption and fuel requirements, and vessel maintenance actions accomplished by the contractor’s personnel.
3. The Chief Engineer shall also maintain a daily engineering log and an inventory of government furnished parts and equipment used to maintain the vessel. The Chief Engineer shall log all maintenance tasks into a ship management software application.

Qualifications:

1. The minimum licensing requirement for the Chief Engineer is a valid USCG license of Chief Engineer with an endorsement issued in the grades of chief engineer (limited) of steam, motor, and/or gas turbine-propelled vessels to serve within any propulsion power limitations on vessels of unlimited tonnage on inland waters and of less than 500 GRT in ocean, near-coastal, or Great Lakes service in accordance with 46 CFR § 11.501.
2. The Chief Engineer shall have at least five (5) years of experience with routine operation, preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, and repairs of shipboard systems including, electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic systems, propulsion and electrical generator alarms.
3. The Chief Engineer shall have an understanding of and be responsible for all electrical, electronic, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment on board. The Chief Engineer shall have experience in maintaining routine and preventive maintenance system documentation.
4. Prior Military experience is a plus.
5. Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
6. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts.
7. Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.

Physical Demands:

1. Must be able to lift up to 50-75 pounds.
2. Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time.
3. Must be able to twist, bend, and squat periodically.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED: Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.