Port Engineer (Miami)

Company Description

Since 1963, Antillean Marine Shipping Corporation has been a leading name in maritime transportation, providing services in trucking, warehousing, cargo consolidation, break-bulk, and charter operations. Based in Miami, our privately owned terminal on the Miami River facilitates reliable and uninterrupted logistics across the Caribbean. With regular weekly sailings to destinations in the Dominican Republic, Haiti, and the Turks and Caicos, we prioritize speed, consistency, and efficiency. Our legacy and resilient infrastructure distinguish us as a trusted partner for connecting businesses across the region.

The Port Engineer is responsible for the technical oversight, maintenance planning, and repair execution of company-owned vessels. This role ensures vessels are maintained in a safe, seaworthy, and regulatory-compliant condition, supporting optimal operational performance and minimizing downtime. The Port Engineer acts as the principal technical liaison between shipboard management, shore-based operations, classification societies, vendors, and regulatory authorities.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Management & Maintenance:

· Plan, schedule, and oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs for assigned vessels.

· Conduct regular vessel inspections to verify condition, compliance, and adherence to maintenance standards.

· Coordinate drydockings, special surveys, and major repairs, ensuring scope, budget, and schedule targets are met.

· Prepare technical specifications and evaluate shipyard and vendor bids for repair and modification projects.

· Maintain vessel machinery and systems records in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.

Regulatory & Compliance:

· Ensure vessels comply with class, flag state, IMO, MARPOL, ISM, and U.S. Coast Guard regulations.

· Coordinate with classification societies and regulatory authorities for inspections, audits, and certifications.

· Support safety and environmental management systems (ISM/ISPS/ISO).

Financial & Budgeting:

· Develop and manage technical budgets for assigned vessels.

· Monitor expenditures and control costs related to repairs, spares, and services.

· Prepare cost estimates and variance reports for management review.

Vendor & Project Coordination:

· Source, evaluate, and manage relationships with shipyards, contractors, and suppliers.

· Supervise and evaluate performance of contracted service providers.

· Ensure timely delivery of spare parts, equipment, and technical documentation.

Operational Support:

· Provide technical support to vessel Masters and Chief Engineers for troubleshooting and emergency repairs.

· Participate in incident investigations and root-cause analyses.

· Support operational readiness and voyage reliability by maintaining vessels in optimal condition.

Qualifications

Education & Certifications

· Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, or related field required.

· Chief Engineer license (Unlimited or limited, preferred but not required).

· STCW endorsement and/or knowledge of international maritime codes and conventions.

· Valid TWIC and passport for travel to vessels and shipyards.

Experience

· Minimum 5–10 years experience in marine engineering, including 3+ years as a Port Engineer, Technical Superintendent, or shipboard Chief Engineer.

· Proven experience managing drydockings, surveys, and major repairs.

· Strong familiarity with diesel propulsion systems, auxiliary machinery, electrical systems, and hull maintenance.

· Experience with Oceangoing ships and tugboats

Skills & Competencies

· Strong project management and budgeting skills.

· Working knowledge of class and flag state regulations (ABS, DNV, Lloyd’s Register, USCG, IMO, ISM).

· Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership abilities.

· Proficiency in maintenance management software (e.g., AMOS, NS5, ShipManager).

· Ability to travel domestically and internationally for extended periods to attend drydock repairs

· High level of integrity, safety focus, and accountability.

· Must be fully bilingual in English and Spanish

· Regular visits to vessels and shipyards, including overseas travel.

· Exposure to industrial environments, confined spaces, and shipboard conditions.

Physical & Working Conditions

· May require irregular hours, nights, or weekends during repair periods or vessel emergencies.

**Must be a U.S. Citizen or Resident

**SENT ALL RESUMES TO: [email protected] **