Engineering Manager, Dredging

Efficiency. Innovation. Integrity. These are our 3 Pillars. At Curtin Maritime these core values are the framework for safe performance and operational excellence; proof of these pillars isevidentin our people and our fleet. For 25 years Curtin Maritime has been an industry leader in quality maritime are a dynamic Marine Construction and Marine Transportation company experiencing rapid growth. Our team provides customers with a complete suite of maritime solutions allowing us the incredible opportunity to work on unique projects in some of the most amazing places on earth.

THIS ROLE:

The Engineering Manager Dredgingoversees the strategic planning maintenance and operational readiness of Curtin Maritimes dredge assets. This role leads the Port Engineering team manages complex maintenance initiatives and ensures full regulatory and safety compliance across the fleet. Success in this role requires strong leadership technical depth and a disciplined approach to planning and communication.

WHAT YOULL DO:

FleetCompliance & Operational Support

• Ensure all dredge assets comply with regulatory bodies including ABS USCG and USACE.

• Oversee planned and unplanned maintenance for all dredge equipment.

• Coordinate with operations leadershipregardingasset readiness and operational decisions.

• Provide guidance and direction to Port Engineers in maintenance planning and budgeting.

• Serve as a secondary point of contact for vessel engineering matters.

• Identifyand implement innovative technologies to enhance fleet reliability
• Engineering Policies Procedures & Training

• Enforce engineering policies and procedures across all vessels.

• Participate in and support technical training programs.

Financial & Budget Management

• Support Port Engineers in developing annual maintenance budgets based on historical and forecasted work.

• Manage department budgets and communicate adjustments as needed.

• Assistwith procurement of major parts and equipment to ensurecost effectivetimelyacquisition.

VesselManagement System Oversight

• Support creation and implementation of maintenance schedules within Helm Connect.

• Monitor completion of engineering tasks and corrective actions.

• Ensure consistent andaccurateuse of the VMS across all vessels.

Travel

• Travel to project sites and shipyards isto support asset oversight and major maintenance activities

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 10 years of dredging or maritime industry experience.

• Active TWIC card.

• Strong understanding of hydraulics electrical systems and hydrodynamics preferred.
  

WHO YOU ARE:

Mental Aptitudes

• Able to perform effectively under pressure whilemaintainingfocus.

• Demonstrates ownership accountability and attention to detail.

• Respects chain of command and responds effectively to direction.

• Proactivelyidentifiesimprovements that enhance safety productivity and operational efficiency.

Physical Aptitudes

• Capable of walking climbing kneeling and working on uneven or moving surfaces.

• Able to work in confined spaces and lift/carry up to 50lbsunassisted.

• Comfortable working aboard vessels and in adverse weather conditions.

• Able to safely handle heavy lines hoses tools and mechanical equipment.

• Tolerant of environmental exposures including noise dust and mechanical hazards.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive Compensation

• • Generous benefits package including:

• • Medical

• • Dental

• • Vision

• • Short-term Disability

• • AD&D/Life Insurance

• • 401k (with company match)

• • Additionaloption toelectincremental Life Insurance foremployeeand dependents and choice toelectHealth and/or Dependent Flexible Spending Account.

Curtin Maritimeis an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national originveteranor disability status.

Required Experience:

Manager