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Reardon Yacht Consulting

Sole Engineer in United States

Start date : 5th November 2025

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Position Engineering > Sole Engineer

Vessel/Shorebased Type 40m (131ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Both

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Number of Crew 9

Position Type Permanent Position

Yachting Experience 5+ years

Posted 28th Oct 2025

Job ID #2998730

Summary

Engineer – 40m Motor Yacht (Private & Charter)

We are seeking an experienced Engineer to join a 40m motor yacht currently based in Fort Lauderdale. The vessel will charter in the Bahamas through New Year, with the owner aboard January through mid-May.

This is a dual-season program with both private and charter use. The American owners maintain high standards and run a professional program averaging 10 weeks of charter per year and 17–18 weeks of owner use.

The yacht runs with 9 crew plus a fishing guide (Feb–May). Candidates must have proven engineering experience, ideally Y4/Y3 or documented AEC 1 & 2, all certificates up to date, English fluency, and the correct visa to enter the U.S. The role requires a hands-on, all-rounder approach, including occasional deck assistance.

CAT Generator / MAN engines and experience on Italian built vessel a huge plus

Start: Immediate (November 5th)

Location: Fort Lauderdale

Salary: Up to USD 10,500/month DOE

Leave & Benefits: 38 days leave, health insurance, annual flight allowance

Cabin: May share with fishing guide when aboard


Languages

English / Fluent

Visas

  • B1/B2
  • B1/B2
  • Green Card (or US Citizen)
  • Green Card (or US Citizen)

Essential Qualifications

Engineering Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • MCA Approved Engine Course (AEC 1 & 2) Certificate

Location

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  • Homeport United States
  • Destination United States (Florida, Bahamas, East Coast )
  • Current Location United States

About Reardon Yacht Consulting

1111 SE 3rd Ave Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316 [ view on map ]

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