Everforth ECS is seeking a Senior Marine Mechanical Engineer to work in Ketchikan, AK.
We are seeking a Senior Marine Mechanical Engineer to provide on-site owner representation at the Ketchikan, AK shipyard. In this role, you will oversee critical vessel repair and major modification periods, ensuring all industrial work aligns strictly with contract specifications and regulatory mandates. The ideal candidate possesses deep technical expertise in shipboard mechanical systems and a strong background in maritime quality assurance.
This is a temporary (no more than 12 months), on-site position located in Ketchikan, Alaska. The Qualified candidate will be eligible for Per Diem (meals, lodging, and incidental expenses) in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations for the entirety of the on-site assignment.
Key Responsibilities
- Shipyard Oversight: Serve as the primary on-site owner representative; supervise the modification, renewal, and repair of main and auxiliary shipboard systems (pumps, fans, valves, and mechanical components).
- Test & Inspection: Attend official tests, sea trials, and quality inspections to verify that all mechanical repairs meet contract standards and engineering criteria.
- Requirements Management: Map complex end-user requirements to holistic engineering methodologies, safeguarding against missing design criteria or regulatory oversights.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with on-site technical oversight personnel to ensure seamless integration of cross-disciplinary systems.
- Regulatory Compliance: Confirm all modifications comply with project specifications, classification society rules (e.g., ABS), and federal maritime standards (USCG).
- Technical Reporting: Develop, document, and present clear technical materials and project briefings to key stakeholders for streamlined decision-making.
Qualifications & Experience
- Background: Strong engineering foundation with definitive experience evaluating complex shipboard mechanical systems.
- System Expertise: Direct, hands-on knowledge of maritime piping, HVAC, refrigeration, and hydraulic systems.
- Compliance Literacy: Proven ability to audit industrial work against detailed contract specifications, ABS rules, technical drawings, and USCG regulations.
- Experience providing shipyard oversight
- Familiarity with industrial processes and procedures (especially safety protocols)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently, but also within a team setting
- Ability to read and interpret vessel construction drawings and technical documentation.
Skills Required
- Senior marine mechanical engineering experience evaluating complex shipboard mechanical systems
- Direct, hands-on knowledge of maritime piping, HVAC, refrigeration, and hydraulic systems
- Proven ability to audit industrial work against contract specifications, ABS rules, technical drawings, and USCG regulations
- Ability to serve as on-site owner representative and supervise shipyard repair and modification activities
- Ability to attend official tests, sea trials, and quality inspections
- Experience providing shipyard oversight
- Familiarity with industrial processes and safety protocols
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to read and interpret vessel construction drawings and technical documentation
- Ability to work independently and within a team setting
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Healthcare Strength — ECS advertises multiple national-network medical plan options with HSA eligibility alongside dental and vision coverage. Coverage generally begins quickly and is paired with company-paid short- and long-term disability, adding stability to the health package.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with Safe Harbor and immediate vesting on employer contributions is emphasized, with an employer match available. Access to an employee stock purchase plan via the parent company provides an additional savings avenue.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave up to 30 days, adoption assistance, and other family-oriented leaves are highlighted. Feedback suggests these offerings add meaningful value beyond base pay for many roles.
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ECS, a segment of ASGN (NYSE: ASGN), delivers advanced solutions and services in cloud, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), application and IT modernization, and science and engineering. The company solves critical, complex challenges for customers across the U.S. public sector, defense, intelligence and commercial industries. ECS maintains partnerships with leading cloud, cybersecurity, and AI/ML providers and holds specialized certifications in their technologies. Headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia, ECS has more than 3,400 employees throughout the U.S. and has been recognized as a Top Workplace by The Washington Post for the last five years.
