Dry Dock Superintendent

Focusing on deepwater installations and field developments, we deliver tailored solutions-from the routine to the extreme. We provide fit-for-purpose engineering design through the entire asset lifecycle, including decommissioning. We contract, manage, engineer, and execute projects using our global vessel fleet, including Jones Act-compliant vessels, advanced technologies, and highly skilled personnel.

Responsible for and overseeing the execution of major technical projects for designated vessels. This includes managing major (statutory) dry dockings, significant repair/modification initiatives, and maintenance & repair projects. Accountable for meeting performance metrics, with a focus on dry dock efficiency, cost control, marine asset reliability, and minimizing out-of-service time. Establishes and maintains productive working relationships with Oceaneering management, vendors, customers, shipyards, and other stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL:

• Support the implementation of dry dock planning and execution guidelines to ensure high levels of planning, scheduling, and financial discipline.
• Provide hands-on support during dry dock planning and execution, including on-site presence for complex dry docks.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to manage contractual obligations and ensure transparency in maintenance, repair, and capital planning.
• Work closely with Vessel Port Engineers and Technical team for coordination of dry dock planning, contracting, selection, and development of technical specifications; including procurement of parts and services.
• Coordinates and supports the execution of the dry dock planning project management tools, coordinates daily dry dock progress updates and financial updates to ensure on time dry dock departure.
• Perform dry dock performance reviews measure KPIs and document lessons learned to drive continuous improvement.
• Performs project management for other technical asset management projects as needed.
• Inspect marine equipment and machinery in order to draw up work requests and job specifications.
• Design and oversee testing, installation, and repair of marine apparatus and equipment.
• Investigate and observe tests on machinery and equipment for compliance with standards.
• Ensures that assigned vessels are operating as safely as possible; works with crew to get vessels ready for annual regulatory inspections.
• Prepare technical reports for use by engineering, management, or sales personnel.
• Evaluate operation of marine equipment during acceptance testing and shakedown cruises.
• Review work requests and compare them with previous work completed on ships in order to ensure that costs are economically sound.
• Analyzes problems and interfaces with appropriate operations personnel.
• Perform monitoring activities in order to ensure that ships comply with international regulations and standards for life saving equipment and pollution preventatives.
• Maintain and coordinate repair of marine machinery and equipment for installation on vessels.
• Schedule machine overhauls and the servicing of electrical, heating, ventilation, refrigeration, water, and sewage systems.

REQUIRED:

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in marine engineering including but not limited to vessel design, operation, management, and repair.
• Valid Passport
• Valid Driver's License.
• Must possess or be able to obtain TWIC
• Must be able to pass a Security Clearance
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and based in the United States.

PREFERRED:

• Bachelor's degree in marine engineering or equivalent is preferred and may be considered as a viable substitute for work experience.
• Experience as a Chief Engineer preferred.
• A certification in project or program management is highly preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:

• Considerable knowledge of shipbuilding trades and Marine Classification Society codes and standards.
• Knowledge of appropriate steps to analytical problem solving.
• Knowledge of department's policies, rules, regulations, business goals, vision, organizational structure, culture, philosophy, operating principles and values, etc.
• Skill in the use of testing instruments such as calipers, micrometers, hygrometers, manometers, tachometers, and pressure measuring devices.
• Ability to read and interpret shipyard maintenance specifications, repair contracts, and blueprints.
• Ability to research codes, regulations, ship modifications, and new techniques in ship operations.
• Ability to understand technical drawings, manuals and procedures to develop guidelines for work packages.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Ability to work in a team environment, remaining attentive to ideas, recognizing responsibilities, and actively participating with others to accomplish assignments and achieve desired goals.
• Ability to establish and maintain project priorities.

This position is Hybrid - Remote and will require commuting to a designated office. Hybrid work schedules are determined by the hiring manager based on business need.

PAY, BENEFITS AND WORK SCHEDULE:

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity,national origin, veteran status,disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors.

Regular full-time employees who apply will be considered along with external candidates. Employees with less than six months with their current position are not eligible to apply for job postings. Please discuss your interest in the position with your current manager/supervisor prior to submitting your completed application. It is highly recommended to apply through the PeopleSoft or Oceanet portals.