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NauticALL

Chief Engineer in United States

Start date : 20th January 2026

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Position Engineering > Chief Engineer

Vessel/Shorebased Type 48m (157ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Both

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Position Type Permanent Position

Yachting Experience 1 - 2 years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 20th Jan 2026

Job ID #3866792

Summary

Chief Engineer - 55m - Private

Location: Fort Lauderdale

Contract: Permanent

Start Date: February 1

Vessel: 48m Private/Charter Motor Yacht (2021 Italian build)

Itinerary: Florida, Bahamas, Caribbean

We are seeking a professional and motivated engineer to join a 55m motor yacht.

Requirements

  • Y2 minimum
  • Minimum 2 years of yachting experience, commercial experience is a plus
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain high standards for engine room maintenance and cleanliness
  • Discreet and polished demeanor
  • Excellent communication and organization skills
  • Must have valid B1B2 Visa or US Passport / legal authorization to work in the US
  • Passport with at least 6 months validity
  • Must speak English to a high standard
  • Must be willing to comply to a criminal background check prior to employment

Package

Salary: $11,000 monthly

Leave: 48 days annually

Medical insurance


Contact for this position: Mary Claire

**To ensure a swift application process, please submit your application through the Nauticall crew portal. Simply search for 'Nauticall crew portal' to access it. Applications through Nauticall crew portal will receive priority processing.

Visas

  • B1/B2

Essential Qualifications

Entry Level Qualifications (or equivalent)
  • STCW 95 (STCW 2010)
  • ENG 1 (Medical Certificate)
  • Drivers License
Engineering Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • RIII/2 Y2 Chief Engineer (<3000gt <3000kW)/ Chief Engineer (SV) (<3000gt <9000kW)

Location

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  • Homeport United States
  • Destination Caribbean Sea
  • Current Location United States

About NauticALL

1535 SE 17th St Suite B109, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316 [ view on map ]

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