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Hill Maritime Group

Chief Engineer in United States

Start date : 2nd April 2026

400 USD($)

per day

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Position Engineering > Chief Engineer

Vessel/Shorebased Type 45m (148ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Charter

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Number of Crew 9

Position Type Rotational (2:2)

Yachting Experience 5+ years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 5th Feb 2026

Job ID #3885601

Summary

Hill Maritime Group (HMG) is recruiting for an experienced Y3 Engineer to join a highly reputable 45m heavy charter motor yacht.

Y3 Engineer – 45m Heavy Charter Motor Yacht

Rotation: 2:2

Start Date: 1 April

Salary: Approx. $400 USD per day + charter tips (TBD) Paid while on board

Contract: Standard MLC

Accommodation: Shared Cabin

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established program. The outgoing Chief Engineer is transitioning shoreside after 5 successful years onboard; the remaining Chief has been onboard for the past 2 years.

Requirements:

  • Y3 Engineering certification (or higher)
  • B1B2 Visa or USA citizen/Green Card
  • Excellent longevity in previous roles
  • Strong, verifiable references
  • Strong hands-on engineering ability
  • Energetic, active, and guest-focused personality
  • Willingness to assist other departments when required during charter operations

The Role:

The vessel operates a busy and successful charter schedule and maintains a strong reputation within the industry. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, team-oriented, and capable of maintaining high operational and presentation standards expected on a heavy charter yacht.

·        American Built Motor Yacht

·        CAT main Engines

·        Northern Lights Gens

·        ABS Class


Languages

English / Fluent

Visas

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

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)

Location

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

About Hill Maritime Group

197 Newspaper Hill Road, Belli Park, 4562, Queensland, Australia [ view on map ]

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