Description
Supervises the operation, maintenance, repair, and overhaul of marine power plants, propulsion systems, heating and ventilating systems, and other mechanical, plumbing, and electrical equipment in ships, docks, and marine port facilities; inspects ship's machinery and shipboard equipment; monitors performance of contracts for marine repair and overhaul; supervises loading of fuel, water, and ballast; maintains and records work performed and prepares maintenance reports; when assigned as Marine Engineering Technician or Marine Inspector, inspects vessels and prepares and processes repair orders; may serve as a school instructor; holds qualifying license for command position validated by the Marine Qualification Board of the Army; may serve as a marine engineering instructor.
Core Skills
- marine engineering systems management
- maintenance planning and scheduling
- mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems oversight
- contract oversight and vendor management
- technical inspection and quality assurance
- maintenance documentation and reporting
- safety and environmental compliance
- logistics coordination for fuel and supplies
- team leadership and workforce supervision
- root cause analysis and reliability improvement
Common Certifications
- Professional Engineer (PE) License Pathway
- OSHA 30-Hour Maritime
- Stationary Engineer License
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Marine Technician
- Construction Manager-in-Training (CMIT)
Civilian Career Paths
- MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
- FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
- FLEET MANAGEMENT
- CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
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Data sourced from official Army publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.