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T-Solutions, Inc.

Port Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

As a Port Engineer, you will lead a maintenance team and act as the primary representative for the ... U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Merchant Marine Third Assistant Engineer (unlimited) or higher with a ...

T-Solutions, Inc.

Port Engineer

San Diego, CA

As a Port Engineer, you will lead a maintenance team and act as the primary representative for the ... U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Merchant Marine Third Assistant Engineer (unlimited) or higher with a ...

Curtin Maritime, Corp

Port Engineer

Long Beach, CA · On-site

WHAT YOU'LL DO: Assist Engineering Manager with Vessel Engineers & Engineering Support Staff ... Port Engineer in assigning tasks to vessel engineers Secondary Point of Contact for Vessel ...

T-Solutions, Inc.

Port Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

As a Port Engineer, you will lead a maintenance team and act as the primary representative for the ... U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Merchant Marine Third Assistant Engineer (unlimited) or higher with a ...

T-Solutions, Inc.

Port Engineer

San Diego, CA

As a Port Engineer, you will lead a maintenance team and act as the primary representative for the ... U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Merchant Marine Third Assistant Engineer (unlimited) or higher with a ...

T-Solutions, Inc.

Port Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

As a Port Engineer, you will lead a maintenance team and act as the primary representative for the ... U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Merchant Marine Third Assistant Engineer (unlimited) or higher with a ...

T-Solutions, Inc.

Port Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

As a Port Engineer, you will lead a maintenance team and act as the primary representative for the ... U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Merchant Marine Third Assistant Engineer (unlimited) or higher with a ...

Harbor Breeze Cruises

Port Captain

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$90K - $95K/yr

Collaboration & Communication: • Act as a liaison between crew, Port Engineer, and General Manager for operational updates and priorities. • Assist with planning for special tours, charters, or ...

Curtin Maritime, Corp

Dredge Engineer

Long Beach, CA

$450 - $875/day

Engineers will work directly with the Port Engineer, and Vessel Captain, applying our three core ... Assistant or sole Engineer on tugs * Basic knowledge and troubleshooting abilities on electrical ...

Curtin Maritime

Dredge Engineer

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$450 - $875/day

Engineers will work directly with the Port Engineer, and Vessel Captain, applying our three core ... Assistant or sole Engineer on tugs * Basic knowledge and troubleshooting abilities on electrical ...

Curtin Maritime, Corp

Tugboat Engineer

Long Beach, CA

$450 - $875/day

Engineers will work directly with the Port Engineer, and Vessel Captain, applying our three core ... Assistant or sole Engineer on tugs * Basic knowledge and troubleshooting abilities on electrical ...

Curtin Maritime

Tugboat Engineer

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$450 - $875/day

Engineers will work directly with the Port Engineer, and Vessel Captain, applying our three core ... Assistant or sole Engineer on tugs * Basic knowledge and troubleshooting abilities on electrical ...

Curtin Maritime

OSV Engineer

Long Beach, CA · On-site

The Assistant and Chief Engineer will work directly with the Port Engineer, and Vessel Captain, applying our three core values of Innovation, Integrity, and Efficiency and maintaining the Curtin ...

Curtin Maritime, Corp

OSV Engineer

Long Beach, CA

$450 - $875/day

The Assistant and Chief Engineer will work directly with the Port Engineer, and Vessel Captain, applying our three core values of Innovation, Integrity, and Efficiency and maintaining the Curtin ...

Curtin Maritime

OSV Engineer

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$450 - $875/day

The Assistant and Chief Engineer will work directly with the Port Engineer, and Vessel Captain, applying our three core values of Innovation, Integrity, and Efficiency and maintaining the Curtin ...

matson

Vessel Engineering Manager

Oakland, CA · On-site

$132K - $190K/yr

Approve Port Engineer maintenance plans to align with fleet objectives and regulatory standards ... Licensed USCG Chief Engineer, Unlimited Steam and Motor (First Assistant or Chief Engineer ...

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How much do assistant port engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant port engineer in California is $87,592.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,600.00 and $103,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Assistant Port Engineer job?

An Assistant Port Engineer supports the maintenance, repair, and operational efficiency of vessels in a port or maritime environment. They assist the Port Engineer in overseeing inspections, coordinating maintenance schedules, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Their role involves working with contractors, vendors, and ship crews to troubleshoot mechanical and engineering issues. Strong knowledge of marine systems, problem-solving skills, and hands-on experience are essential for success in this position.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Assistant Port Engineer position, and why are they important?

To excel as an Assistant Port Engineer, you need a solid background in marine engineering principles, vessel maintenance, and project coordination, usually supported by a degree in marine or mechanical engineering. Familiarity with computer-aided design (CAD) software, planned maintenance systems, and industry certifications such as Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) is highly valuable. Strong communication, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team are important soft skills. These capabilities ensure safe, efficient port operations and seamless coordination with various stakeholders.

What are typical daily responsibilities for an Assistant Port Engineer?

As an Assistant Port Engineer, your typical day involves supporting senior port engineers in overseeing the maintenance, repair, and inspection of vessels and port equipment. You may help coordinate schedules with contractors, conduct safety checks, update maintenance logs, and assist with budgeting or procurement of parts. The role frequently requires liaising with port operations staff, suppliers, and regulatory authorities to ensure compliance and minimize operational downtime. This position offers hands-on exposure to both engineering challenges and logistical coordination within a dynamic port environment.

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Port Engineer

Port Engineer

T-Solutions, Inc.

San Diego, CA • On-site

Other

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Overview
T-Solutions: Your Preferred Partner for Global Services and Innovative Solutions
At T-Solutions, we pride ourselves on being the company of choice for those seeking top-tier global services and innovative solutions. Our team comprises highly qualified and uniquely skilled professionals dedicated to delivering services with integrity. We are committed to excellence, enriching our clients, employees, and communities.
Who We Are
T-Solutions is a woman-owned, veteran-owned business based in Chesapeake, Virginia. We specialize in creating exceptional, responsive solutions to complex challenges for our global clients in government contracting. As an innovative and agile provider, we offer specialized technical solutions and a unique set of capabilities that support mission-critical operations and decision-making. Our expertise spans defense, security, maintenance engineering, logistics, and business transformation, ensuring our customers' success in today's dynamic environment. We align our core competencies with our customers' current and future needs, continually adapting emerging and proven technologies to enhance their capabilities.
Career Opportunity
We are looking for dedicated candidates to fill the role of Port Engineer. As T-Solutions' onboard representative, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the operational readiness of our ships. Your primary responsibility will be to routinely validate shipboard conditions through personal observation and evaluation.
As a Port Engineer, you will lead a maintenance team and act as the primary representative for the Type Commander (TYCOM) and the Commanding Officer in all off-ship maintenance and modernization efforts. Your in-depth knowledge of the operational and maintenance needs of your assigned ship(s) will be essential in maintaining mission readiness.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Manages an online database for all jobs.
  • Validates work requests, assigns preliminary estimates and plans prioritized work packages within budget and time constraints for TYCOM approval.
  • Review work specifications, coordinate schedules with repair activities, oversee repairs, and provide input for all maintenance funding decisions.
  • Meets daily with the ships' crew, department heads, and commanding officers.
  • Reviews implementation, challenges, opportunities, and resources relating to the Consolidated Ship's Maintenance Plan.
  • Recommend suggestions and edits to the Ship's Force if the current content does not provide accurate or complete information to determine the location.
  • Provides risk assessment and prioritization to the vessel's commanding officer using the approved TYCOM format for all on- and off-ship maintenance requirements.
  • Attends weekly status meetings and provides requested information to support maintenance planning and correction maintenance recommendations.
  • Attends ship maintenance, repair, and assessment events to answer real-time questions surrounding logistics, maintenance scope, funding shortfalls, budgetary constraints and mission impacts.
  • Develop agendas and present details on the Planning Board for Maintenance and deconflict planned and unplanned operational, schedule, and work integration issues.
  • Performs a weekly review and ship check, to include applicable personal observations and discussions of all assessments and planned requirements.
  • Review the entire maintenance process.
  • Provide an annual prioritized list for all off-ship maintenance requirements for developing the Maintenance and Modernization Business Plan.
  • Develop recommendations for authorized work packages within TYCOM's established funding controls.
  • Provide a business case analysis in the prescribed TYCOM format when recommending changes to the business plan.
  • Provide funding shift recommendations for efficient execution of availabilities.
  • Possesses the necessary knowledge to adhere to contractual requirements for our government clients.
  • Performs all duties and responsibilities in a timely and effective manner in accordance with established company policies to achieve the overall objectives of this position.

Travel
  • This position includes a low level of travel of 5-15% to Fleet Concentration Support areas.
  • Frequent underway time for sea trials, testing, inspections, ship checks, and other events as needed.
  • Attend ship deployments, including port-to-port transfers, sea trials, mid-deployment ship checks, sister ship visits, and mid-deployment voyage repairs.

Education, Knowledge, Experience, Skills, and Abilities Required
It is recognized that there are numerous career experiences that can provide the knowledge and skills to be a successful Port Engineer. Candidates meeting one of the following requirements are eligible to apply.
  • U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Merchant Marine Third Assistant Engineer (unlimited) or higher with a minimum of two years sea time as a USCG licensed merchant marine engineer. License may be active or inactive at time of hire.
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or an equivalent marine engineering degree
  • Knowledge of and recent experience in commercial maritime, U.S. Navy (USN), USCG, Military Sealift Command (MSC), or National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) ship maintenance and repair.
  • Combined recent professional maritime experience greater than or equal to five years.

Or
  • USN or USCG Officer (03 or higher), Limited Duty Officer (LDO) or Chief Warrant Officer (CWO) with a minimum of two sea tours or combination of tours as Chief Engineer (CHENG), and/or Main Propulsion Assistant (MPA). CVN or LHA/LHD Auxiliaries Officer (AUXO) may be combined with CHENG or MPA sea tour.
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or an equivalent marine engineering degree.
  • Minimum of four years recent experience in commercial maritime, USN, USCG, MSC, or NOAA ship maintenance and repair. May include time on a Navy Regional Maintenance Center (RMC) or TYCOM engineering staff engaged in ship maintenance and repair.

Or
  • USCG Merchant Marine Third Assistant Engineer (unlimited) or higher. License may be active or inactive at time of hire. In lieu of sea time as a USCG licensed merchant marine engineer, a minimum of five years recent experience in a project management position for commercial maritime, USN, USCG, MSC, or NOAA ship maintenance and repair.
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or an equivalent marine engineering degree.

Or
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or an equivalent marine engineering degree.
  • Minimum eight years in a project management position for commercial maritime, USN, USCG, MSC, or NOAA ship maintenance and repair.

Qualifications
  • Active DoD Secret security clearance is highly desired; however, candidates eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance will be considered. The selected candidate will receive a contingent offer if they do not hold an active clearance. A start date will be established once a fully adjudicated Secret clearance is granted.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen.
  • Must possess a valid Driver's License.
  • Must have reliable transportation to and from various work locations.
  • Must have a valid passport or the ability to obtain a passport.
  • Must maintain the capability to communicate with their supervisor or manager when not in the office. This includes using your equipment and services for business-related purposes. The compensation for this position includes incidental costs for work-related usage of your personal devices.

Physical Requirements
  • Ability to traverse stairs, fixed ladders, and ladder wells frequently while walking ships daily.
  • Wherewithal to spend several consecutive days at sea while underway as needed.
  • Capable of sitting for long periods, standing, walking, crouching, and kneeling.
  • Reaching, handling, using equipment, keyboards, and mobile devices.
  • Lifting boxes (files and supplies) up to 20 lbs.

T-Solutions is proud to be an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.
T-Solutions is proud to be a Veteran-Friendly Employer. It does not discriminate against qualified applicants because of their status as a protected veteran or their relationship or association with a protected veteran, including spouses and other family members.
In compliance with California's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the minimum salary for this position is $120,000 per year and a maximum salary of $130,000 per year. The minimum salary excludes applicable benefits, bonuses, or performance spot awards. T-Solutions, Inc. considers several factors when extending an offer, including, but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.

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