Kirby Offshore Marine
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Overview Kirby Marine is seeking a Port Engineer to assist with day‑to‑day vessel repairs, execute scheduled regulatory shipyards, and other Engineering‑related shoreside support. The Port Engineer will be assigned a fleet of vessels and will communicate with the vessel crews, vendors, and regulatory agencies frequently.
Responsibilities
Working with Operations and Sales to ensure onboard preventative maintenance, inspections, testing, and repairs are completed.
Supporting company safety and quality objectives by administering the design, construction, and maintenance of Kirby Offshore Marine’s fleet of vessels.
Conducting and documenting vessel technical visits at least annually to ensure that planned preventive maintenance has been carried out onboard and that defect reporting records/work orders are accurate.
Assisting with the development of the fleet maintenance and repair budget.
Monitor vessel budgets and initiate AFEs for any potential costs exceeding the approved budget(s).
Track and ensure work orders are completed within the given window.
Track and ensure investigations are completed.
Verifying quality of major maintenance work to ensure it complies with contracts, safety, and Company quality objectives.
Identify and minimize repetitive failures.
Other duties as assigned by the Engineering Manager, Routine, Shipyard, or General Manager.
Overseeing projects and producing project reports.
Coordinating ABS and Coast Guard inspections.
Scheduling and providing oversight of statutory surveys.
Monitoring and verifying work done by contractors.
Qualifications
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Good analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Ability to make decisions and exercise good judgment.
Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds; climb aboard and move around vessels; climb 90‑degree vertical ladders.
Ability to operate standard office equipment, personal computer, and company vehicles.
Education/Experience
College degree with Marine Engineering degree, with a license or equivalent experience with a license.
Minimum of 5 years as an Engineer in the marine transportation industry.
3+ years related experience in the barge and tankering industry.
Working Conditions
Monday – Friday normal business hours.
Scheduled on‑call rotations for after hours and weekends.
Travel out of state for scheduled shipyard periods and emergency repairs.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Kirby Offshore Marine by 2x.
Location: New York, NY
Salary: $90,000.00–$120,000.00
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Overview Kirby Marine is seeking a Port Engineer to assist with day‑to‑day vessel repairs, execute scheduled regulatory shipyards, and other Engineering‑related shoreside support. The Port Engineer will be assigned a fleet of vessels and will communicate with the vessel crews, vendors, and regulatory agencies frequently.
Responsibilities
Working with Operations and Sales to ensure onboard preventative maintenance, inspections, testing, and repairs are completed.
Supporting company safety and quality objectives by administering the design, construction, and maintenance of Kirby Offshore Marine’s fleet of vessels.
Conducting and documenting vessel technical visits at least annually to ensure that planned preventive maintenance has been carried out onboard and that defect reporting records/work orders are accurate.
Assisting with the development of the fleet maintenance and repair budget.
Monitor vessel budgets and initiate AFEs for any potential costs exceeding the approved budget(s).
Track and ensure work orders are completed within the given window.
Track and ensure investigations are completed.
Verifying quality of major maintenance work to ensure it complies with contracts, safety, and Company quality objectives.
Identify and minimize repetitive failures.
Other duties as assigned by the Engineering Manager, Routine, Shipyard, or General Manager.
Overseeing projects and producing project reports.
Coordinating ABS and Coast Guard inspections.
Scheduling and providing oversight of statutory surveys.
Monitoring and verifying work done by contractors.
Qualifications
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Good analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Ability to make decisions and exercise good judgment.
Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds; climb aboard and move around vessels; climb 90‑degree vertical ladders.
Ability to operate standard office equipment, personal computer, and company vehicles.
Education/Experience
College degree with Marine Engineering degree, with a license or equivalent experience with a license.
Minimum of 5 years as an Engineer in the marine transportation industry.
3+ years related experience in the barge and tankering industry.
Working Conditions
Monday – Friday normal business hours.
Scheduled on‑call rotations for after hours and weekends.
Travel out of state for scheduled shipyard periods and emergency repairs.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Kirby Offshore Marine by 2x.
Location: New York, NY
Salary: $90,000.00–$120,000.00
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