Assistant Port Engineer with Security Clearance

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Job description

Ocean Shipholdings has immediate opportunity for T-AGS Program Assistant Port Engineer located onsite in Houston, TX. This is an exciting opportunity to assist with maintenance and overhauls (VRA & ROH) of one or more T-AGS class vessels, under the supervision and direction of a lead Port Engineer. The ideal candidate will at least two (2) years of experience in the US commercial or Government maritime industry in either a shore-side or shipboard engineering role. An active Secret Security Clearance or the ability to obtain a government issued security clearance is required. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Assist with fleet special projects such as but not limited to, TRANSALT development and cruise card execution
• Monitor and analyze all appropriate aspects of ship performance • Support and participate in the organization's Integrated Management System documentation, implementation, maintenance, and improvement by complying with the IMS Policies and procedures and meeting IMS objectives
• Assist with marine engineering projects such as overhauls and other types of maintenance and repairs
• Understand overhaul requirements, and the preparation of contract work specifications and cost estimates for repair, overhaul, conversion, or construction of ocean-going ships; or a combination of education and experience that provides an equivalent level of knowledge of ship operations and maintenance management
• Regulatory compliance, and vessel management Qualifications: • 2+ years of experience in the US commercial or Government maritime industry in either a shore-side or shipboard engineering role in ocean going-vessel operations • Knowledge of marine industry and proficiency in ship operations and maintenance
• Prior knowledge and experience with shipboard electrical distribution systems
• Familiarity with marine/mechanical, electrical, and structural engineering disciplines
• Knowledge of mechanical engineering and naval architecture principles and practices as they pertain to ocean-going ships.
• Marine Engineering Degree is preferred
• An active Secret Security Clearance or US Citizen with a valid U.S. passport is required About Ocean Shipholdings: Ocean Shipholdings, Inc. ("OSI") is a full-service marine operating company providing environmentally safe and efficient ocean transportation to its customers. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, OSI has built and operated ships for over 43 years. OSI's main business is the turnkey technical management of ocean-going ships. Ship operations are worldwide including transportation of petroleum products, special operations, and ships containing cargo in support of the U.S. military. Currently the company operates 22 ships under contract. Vessel maintenance is also performed worldwide. OSI has extensive business relationships with shipyards and ports that enable competitive service contracting. Crews can be provided for shipboard work through OSI crewing contracts tailored to meet customer needs. OSI was initially formed to operate U.S. flag tankers in 1981 and remains privately owned today.

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