Chief Engineer in United States

Summary

Position: ENGINEER

EXPERIENCE WITH OLDER ITALIAN BUILDS

Yacht: 45m Motor - Private 

Job ID: 1595222

Location: Florida

Start date: SOON - MAY

Itinerary: Florida, Bahamas, New England summer, BVI/USVI winter

License Required: Strong Engineering skills. Y3 or similar ideally

Requirements: 3+ years experience on yachts, with ideally Italian build experience.

Positive References are extremely important.

Strong mechanical skills

Refrigeration 

Air Conditioning 

Water Makers 

Water/ Waste Treatment 

Electrical Systems

Gearboxes 

Generators & Alternators 

Hydraulic Systems 

AV & IT 

Steering Gear 

Windlass & Winch Systems 

Outboard Engines 

Safety and Emergency Protocols 

Marine Regulations and Compliance 

Navigation and Radar Systems 

Firefighting Systems 

Propeller Systems 

Plumbing Systems 

Yacht Security Systems 

Cybersecurity 

Organized

Keeping a clean engine room  

STCW + Refresher as needed

PDSD

Adv. FF

ENG1 or current fit for duty marine medical (valid for 6 months) - unrestricted

US passport or B1/B2 visa (minimum 1 year)

Preferences:

Non smokers 

Healthy active lifestyle 

Light drinking habits 

Working for an experienced yacht owner - They enjoy spending time on board. 3 months in New England and 3 months in the Islands. They are an easy going family. You will get assistance from a 2nd Engineer/Deck as well.

Responsibilities: Engine Room and working closely as a team 

Salary range: Within yachting salary guidelines 

Package: to be finalized during interview process.

Commercially registered yacht: NO, Under 500 GT