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SECTRE

2nd Engineer in United States

MY60m - MinY4

Start date : 1st April 2026

250 USD($)

per day

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Position Engineering > 2nd Engineer

Vessel/Shorebased Type 60m (197ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Private

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Position Type Contract

Yachting Experience 2 - 5 years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 22nd Feb 2026

Job ID #3905337

Summary

A fit, motivated, and experienced Second Engineer is required on a temporary basis on a fairly new 60-metre private/charter vessel currently located in the USA. The vessel is well maintained, operates to a high standard, and is currently preparing for summer cruising in the Mediterranean. The yacht is equipped with modern propulsion systems and structured onboard procedures. The ideal candidate will hold a minimum Y4 Certificate of Competency (Y3 or higher preferred) and must have strong hands-on mechanical skills with the ability to work accurately, autonomously, and timeously. AV/IT skills and experience are a prerequisite for this role. The successful engineer should be practical, adaptable, and proactive, with a positive, team-focused attitude. Candidates with the right to work in the USA or holding a valid B1/B2 visa will be prioritised. Shipyard works include significant overhauls and the opportunity to experience major works which will add to your CV.

The contract will start April 1st and run for a minimum period of one-month in a Florida shipyard. The contract may be extended to two months with an Atlantic crossing to France. This depends on the return of the current 2nd engineer (medical leave). Candidates who only wish to apply subject to a confirmed crossing (to accrue seatime) will need to make this clear on their application.

Job Specification

  • Valid STCW '10 Certificates
  • Valid ENG1 medical with no restrictions
  • Proficiency in Designated Security Duties (PDSD)
  • Certificate of Competency (COC): Minimum Y4 or equivalent but higher preferred
  • Minimum of 3+ years of yachting or similar experience
  • Hands-on mechanical and electrical ability
  • AVIT System knowledge and experience are a requirement. The stronger you are, the better your chances of landing this role.
  • IDEA planned maintenance experience is an advantage
  • Holders of B1/B2 visas are preferred but all candidates will be considered. 
  • Fit, active, and of good health and sobriety
  • Must speak fluent English
  • Must have good written references and contact details must be provided

Benefits

  • USD 250-300/day DOE
  • Flights paid 
  • Medical paid
  • Shared cabin
  • Excellent opportunity to build miles and seatime
  • A newly built vessel with brand-new systems and state-of-the-art technology
  • This is not a job for a lazy person / telephone engineer


Languages

English / Fluent

Visas

  • B1/B2

Essential Qualifications

Engineering Qualifications (or Merchant, USCG & AMSA equivalent)
  • RIII/3 Y4 Chief Engineer (<200gt <1500kW)/ EOOW III/1 (SV) (<3000gt <9000kW)

Location

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  • Destination Worldwide/TBC
  • Current Location United States

About SECTRE

Manhattan Place 1009 130 Bree Street Cape Town 8001 [ view on map ]

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