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Worthy Management

Chief Engineer in United States

Start date : 12th September 2025

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Position Engineering > Chief Engineer

Vessel/Shorebased Type 46m (151ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Private

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Yacht Built 2015

Position Type Permanent Position

Yachting Experience 2 - 5 years

Posted 8th Sep 2025

Job ID #2946506

Summary

Experienced Chief Engineer – 46m Italian Build (2015)

We are seeking an experienced and professional Chief Engineer (Y3 minimum) for a 2015, 46m Italian-built vessel.

This is a new private program for a lovely family with prior yacht ownership experience. Upon successful completion of the sale, the vessel will be shipped to the East Coast of Florida, where operations will be based moving forward.

The Chief Engineer will be responsible for overseeing the vessel’s engineering department, maintaining all onboard systems to the highest standard, and supporting the Captain in establishing the program from the ground up.

Program Overview:

  • Dual-season operation: East Coast of Florida, Bahamas, and Caribbean (winter) / Mediterranean & European cruising (summer).
  • Private use only: Non-charter program.
  • Dynamic itinerary: Exploration and extended cruising in both regions.

Package:

  • MLC-compliant contract.
  • Very competitive salary.
  • Additional benefits and incidentals to be discussed during the interview process.

Requirements:

  • Y3 CoC (minimum) or equivalent.
  • Must be available within the next couple weeks
  • Proven experience as Chief Engineer on similar-sized vessels (40m+).
  • Strong technical knowledge across mechanical, electrical, and AV/IT systems.
  • Excellent troubleshooting and preventative maintenance skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with the Captain and new crew to set up a safe, efficient program.

If you are a skilled Chief Engineer looking for an exciting new challenge with supportive owners and the opportunity to establish a vessel from the start, we encourage you to apply.

Visas

  • B1/B2

Essential Qualifications

Entry Level Qualifications (or equivalent)
  • STCW 95 (STCW 2010)
  • ENG 1 (Medical Certificate)
Engineering Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • RIII/3 Y3 Chief Engineer (<500gt <3000kW)/ Chief Engineer (SV) (<500gt 3000kW)
  • RIII/3 Y4 Chief Engineer (<200gt <1500kW)/ EOOW III/1 (SV) (<3000gt <9000kW)

Location

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  • Homeport United States
  • Destination United States
  • Current Location United States

About Worthy Management

102 Half Moon Circle, A3 Hypoluxo FL 33462 USA [ view on map ]

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