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We are seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented Vessel Assessment Team (VAT) Marine Engineer to support our current USMC contract out of Brisbane, Australia.
Main Responsibilities:
* The Marine Engineer/Naval Architect will report to the VAT Manager and focus on the vessel's structural and propulsion performance.
* Analyze the vessel's design and provide structural and performance feedback to the Sponsors.
* Present findings and potential improvements to the Sponsors for approval.
* Evaluate hull design, material strength, and structural integrity under various loads.
* Conduct Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to identify stress points, fatigue risks, and potential failure areas.
* Assess coatings, corrosion protection, and welding quality for long-term durability.
* Analyze ship stability characteristics in accordance with IMO and military standards.
* Evaluate trim, draft, and ballast system performance under various operational conditions.
* Assess auxiliary systems (electrical, HVAC, hydraulics, cooling, and power generation).
* Evaluate redundancy and resilience in propulsion and steering systems for military applications.
* Conduct Full Mission Profile (FMP) trials.
* Document any engineering incidents, near misses, and recommend corrective actions as well as traditional U.S. seakeeping to the Sponsors and the RMB.
* Provide input and/or create, and submit daily situation reports, and other requirements.
* Perform additional responsibilities and duties as required by the VAT Manager or SLV (STS) Project Manager.
Minimum Qualifications:
* Bachelor's Degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or a related field, and at least 5 years of experience with safety compliance in maritime or naval operations.
* Expertise in naval architecture and marine engineering with experience in vessel trials.
* Experience in conducting Shore-to-shore and ship-to-shore operations with experience in vehicle tiedown restraint requirements.
* Familiarity with shipboard machinery, hull integrity, stability, and structural assessments.
* Familiarity with International Maritime Organization (IMO) Regulations.
* Familiarity with American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)/DNV/Lloyd's Register standards.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Master's degree in marine systems engineers, Ship Design or Offshore Engineering.
* Certified Maritime Assessor (CMA).
* Standard of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping (STCW) Basic Safety Training.
* Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (SNAME) membership.
* Experience with Military & Commercial Vessel Assessments.
* Experience with Testing & Trials (Sea Trials, Shock Testing, Full Mission Profile Exercises).
Security Clearance Requirement:
* US Citizen with the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.
Physical Requirements:
* Requires the ability to work aboard vessels and ashore.