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American Cruise Lines

Marine Engineer

Guilford, CT

Year-round with 24/7/365 on-call hours. * Remote Based Position. Why Join American Cruise Lines? At ... river cruise specialist. Our success is rooted in hiring talented individuals and giving them the ...

American Cruise Lines

Marine Engineer

Norfolk, VA

Year-round with 24/7/365 on-call hours. * Remote Based Position. Why Join American Cruise Lines? At ... river cruise specialist. Our success is rooted in hiring talented individuals and giving them the ...

American Cruise Lines

Marine Engineer

Guilford, CT · On-site

Year-round with 24/7/365 on-call hours. * Remote Based Position. Why Join American Cruise Lines? At ... river cruise specialist. Our success is rooted in hiring talented individuals and giving them the ...

American Cruise Lines

Marine Engineer

Norfolk, VA · On-site

Year-round with 24/7/365 on-call hours. * Remote Based Position. Why Join American Cruise Lines? At ... river cruise specialist. Our success is rooted in hiring talented individuals and giving them the ...

American Cruise Lines

IT Support Tech

Sandy, UT · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

Help provide "rotational, on-call" support for emergencies on the weekends. Qualifications ... Company Description American Cruise Lines is the largest river and small-ship cruise line in the ...

American Cruise Lines

IT Support Tech

Sandy, UT · On-site

$20.50 - $28/hr

IT Support Tech American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line in the United States, is looking to ... Help provide "rotational, on-call" support for emergencies on the weekends. Qualifications:

American Cruise Lines

IT Support Tech

Farmington, UT

$20.50 - $28/hr

IT Support Tech American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line in the United States, is looking to ... Help provide "rotational, on-call" support for emergencies on the weekends. Qualifications:

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Marine Engineer

American Cruise Lines

Guilford, CT

Full-time

Re-posted 18 hours ago

Job description

Marine Engineer
The Marine Engineer is responsible and accountable for the engineering and technical operations of a Fleet of US-Flagged cruise ships. The Marine Engineer directs the maintenance, repair and regulatory compliance of all American Cruise Lines’ certificated vessels. The Marine Engineer provides immediate response for critical repairs to ensure the Fleet remains on schedule. The Marine Engineer reports to American Cruise Lines' Vice President of Engineering.
At American Cruise Lines, we are driven by our values—Optimism, Commitment, Patriotism, and Merit. These values shape our culture, our service, and our people, guiding us as we work together to Share America’s Story on the Finest American Ships.
Responsibilities:
  • Accomplishes taking assigned by Vice President of Engineering and coordinates tasking with other Directors of Engineering.
  • Supervises and directs Naval Architects and Marine Engineers.
  • Creates and modifies drawings in AutoCAD for systems including HVAC, Structures, Stability, Electrical Distribution, Piping Systems, Maine Propulsion, Navigation Systems, General arrangements, etc. for compliance to 46 Code of Federal Regulations.
  • Applies standards of ABS Rules for Building and Classing Marine Vessels including scantlings for hull repairs and welding schedule.
  • Writes and submits technical repair plans to regulatory bodies.
  • Submits detailed plans and calculations to USCG Marine Safety Center for review and approval to applicable sections of the Code of Federal Regulations as needed.
  • Applies knowledge of first principles to structural calculations for beams and columns.
  • Perform calculations for ventilation systems to troubleshoot or retrofit vessels.
  • Apply 46 CFR Subchapter J amp; F regulations to vessel repairs and upgrades.
  • Performs weight estimates and evaluates compliance with applicable regulations of 46 CFR subchapter S for major refits.
  • Understand components of propulsion systems and interpret detailed drawings of machinery installations. Take lead on interfacing with propulsion amp; prime mover vendors.
  • Generate detailed design drawings that include all views and dimensions.
  • Identifies and troubleshoots technical vessel problems and provides fast solutions to minimize downtime.
  • Develops, maintains, and implements standards for preventative maintenance programs.
  • Expedites vendors for critical repairs.
  • Coordinates and communicates with Marine Operations for critical repairs and determines timeline for resolution.
  • Ensures competitive bidding and negotiating costs.
  • Manages expenses and assists with annual winter maintenance budget.
  • Supports large scale projects such as ship refits and dry-dockings.
  • Provides technical information and guidance to shipboard engineers and crew directly, or through Port Engineers.
  • Creates and curates training material for shipboard engineers.
Qualifications:
  • Minimum 10 years’ experience in ship repair or construction.
  • B.S. in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
  • Strong organizational skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills (English).
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
  • US Coast Guard regulated pre-employment drug test.
Attributes for Success:
  • Ability to identify, manage, and solve problems.
  • Ability to understand complex problems.
  • Ability to act with urgency to complete time sensitive tasks.
  • Consistent, accountable, confident, assertive, and committed.
  • Be detail oriented.
  • Ability to be available during evenings, weekends, amp; holidays to solve time sensitive problems.
  • Ability to persuade.
Work Schedule:
  • Regular travel to ships.
  • Year-round with 24/7/365 on-call hours.
  • Remote Based Position.
Why Join American Cruise Lines?
At American Cruise Lines, our people make the difference. We are proud to operate the newest and most innovative fleet in the country and are recognized as America’s leading river cruise specialist. Our success is rooted in hiring talented individuals and giving them the tools, training, and support to grow and thrive. Join a team that's redefining U.S. cruise travel — and be part of a company honored with multiple industry awards and built on a strong foundation of excellence and innovation.
Applicant Acknowledgment
By proceeding to apply for the above position, I acknowledge that I have read and understand the description of the job position for which I am applying, I agree that it accurately reflects the essential functions of the position, and I represent that I can complete the essential functions of the position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
American Cruise Lines is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. ‎American Cruise Lines bases all employment decisions on business needs, job requirements, and individual ‎qualifications without regard to protected characteristics, including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin and citizenship, age (40 and over), disability (including perceived disability), generic information, military service, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law. ‎This policy applies to all aspects of employment and employment decisions, including, but not limited to, ‎hiring, selection, job assignment, training, compensation, promotion, discipline, termination, and access ‎to benefits.‎
*This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position and such duties and responsibilities may change without notice.

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