Do you enjoy fixing things, solving problems, and making sure things run smoothly? If so, you may be a great fit for the Port Engineer role at Ingram Marine Group in our Paducah, KY location! We’re looking for a technically minded individual to help maintain our vessels and keep them operating safely and efficiently. As a Port Engineer, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our boats meet United States Coast Guard regulations as well as Ingram’s own high standards. This role involves managing multiple projects, providing excellent customer support, solving complex engineering issues, supporting vessel crews, and working in a variety of outdoor environments. Safety is our top priority. At Ingram, we’re committed to protecting our people, our equipment, and the environment with a goal of zero harm.
What you will be doing:
- Ensuring equipment is maintained to the standards Ingram has set
- Coordinating vessel maintenance, repairs, and down time to engineering managers
- Working with vendors to schedule and coordinate maintenance and repairs within required or requested timeline
- Assisting the Chief Engineer with repairs and maintenance underway and/or dock side
- Attending routine staff and overhaul meetings
- Working with vendors to accomplish repairs when needed
- Conducting annual performance evaluations with vessel engineers
- Managing vessel maintenance records in the vessel maintenance repair program (HELM)
- Assisting with communications to vessel engineers, troubleshooting problems, training of junior engineers, gathering new ideas for all job task improvements
- Managing costs for all repairs and purchasing to control maintenance cost
- Communicate IBCO standards and policies to all vendors
- Collaborating with operations when scheduling vessel maintenance and repairs
- Supporting department activities with regular and prompt attendance
- Performing special technical assignments as directed by the Manager of Engineering
- Attending three vessel visits yearly on assigned vessels
What we’re looking for:
- Associate’s degree, technical school, or diesel college education preferred
- 2-3 years of related experience
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Proven leadership skills
- Working knowledge of engines, gears, generators, hydraulics, basic electrical
- Intermediate computer skills and experience, Microsoft Office programs
- Must have excellent oral and written communication skills
- Must have knowledge of mechanical and electrical equipment
- Must have the ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
- Must have creative problem-solving skills
- Must have the ability to trouble shoot and resolve problems remotely
- Must have the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with vessel crew, operations, safety, vendors, and USCG
What will make you successful:
- Must have the physical ability to transit all work environments for vessel and facility docks (i.e. lifting, climbing, confined spaces, maneuver hazardous areas)
- Able to work in extreme weather conditions
- Walking on uneven surfaces
- Traveling to other facilities
- On-call 24 hours/day and weekend in a rotating schedule, including holidays
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
If you are requesting reasonable accommodation or disability assistance in submitting your application, you may email us at [email protected]
Ingram Marine Group and its affiliates (“Company”) is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.
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Skills Required
- Associate's degree, technical school, or diesel college education
- 2-3 years of related experience
- Valid driver's license
- Proven leadership skills
- Working knowledge of engines, gears, generators, hydraulics, basic electrical
- Intermediate computer skills and experience (Microsoft Office)
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Knowledge of mechanical and electrical equipment
- Ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
- Creative problem-solving skills
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems remotely
- Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with vessel crew, operations, safety, vendors, and USCG
- Physical ability to transit vessel and facility docks (lifting, climbing, confined spaces)
- Able to work in extreme weather conditions
- Ability to walk on uneven surfaces
- Traveling to other facilities
- On-call 24 hours/day and weekend in a rotating schedule, including holidays
Ingram Barge Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Ingram Barge Company and has not been reviewed or approved by Ingram Barge Company.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered above‑average for inland river work and commonly described as fair for what the roles demand. The linehaul 'split pay' approach is described as providing steady biweekly checks that help with financial stability.
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Pay Growth & Progression — Earnings tend to rise with tenure and credentials, with clear pathways from entry deckhand into senior deckhand and pilot roles. Progression is described as improving compensation over time.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) program with a dollar‑for‑dollar company match from the start is emphasized, alongside auto‑enrollment and optional auto‑increase features. The employer match vests after a defined service period.
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What We Do
Ingram Barge Company has been a quality marine transporter on America's inland waterways since 1946, and has grown to become the leading carrier on America’s inland waterways. Ingram Barge has superior customer service; state-of-the-art information systems; and training and safety practices that are second to none. A commitment to continuous improvement involving every associate sets Ingram apart from the competition and provides the best possible service and value for the transportation dollar.
