HIRING– Chief Engineer R/V Taani OSU
Marine Operations is seeking a Chief Engineer. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position. This position is located in Newport, Oregon.
Oregon State University (OSU) operates the R/V Taani, a 199-foot Regional Class Research Vessel (RCRV) homeported at in Newport, Oregon. R/V Taani is the first in a new class of advanced research vessels sponsored by the National Science Foundation (NSF) to support cutting-edge oceanographic research across the Pacific region.
Oregon State University (OSU) operates the R/V Taani, a 199-foot Regional Class Research Vessel (RCRV) homeported at in Newport, Oregon. R/V Taani is the first in a new class of advanced research vessels sponsored by the National Science Foundation (NSF) to support cutting-edge oceanographic research across the Pacific region.
The Chief Engineer is the direct supervisor for employees in the Research Vessel (R/V) Taani Engineering Department and is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the vessel’s machinery, as well as the mechanical and electrical systems under the overall direction of the Master. The Chief Engineer is a key position in the prevention of pollution at sea and safe management of ship operations.
The Chief Engineer oversees the Engineering Department, directs maintenance and repair activities, and ensures that all systems are operated in accordance with U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), and UNOLS Research Vessel Safety Standards (RVSS).
The Chief Engineer ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, including International Safety Management (ISM) Safety Management System (SMS) and the International Convention of the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) procedures, maintains accurate engineering and maintenance records, and provides technical leadership to engineering personnel and contracted support. The position works collaboratively with the vessel’s officers, marine technicians, and embarked science parties to sustain safe, reliable, and efficient vessel operations in support of OSU’s research and education missions.
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RESPONSIBILITIES
60% – Engineering Watch and Plant Operations
Oversees overall operation of engine department on a watch, daywork, and on call basis. Stands watch as the roving engineer at sea and serves as the daily duty engineer in ports other than Newport on a rotating basis with other engineering officers. Assumes responsibility for the safe operation and maintenance of the engineering plant, including continual checks of pressures, temperatures, fuel consumption, fluid levels, and the condition of operating machinery to ensure economical, and efficient performance. Updates computerized maintenance software, oily record book, and other logs and records as needed.
20% – Engineering Department Coordination and Technical Supervision
Organizes and directs engineering-department personnel while assigned, providing direction on maintenance priorities, safe work practices, and repair procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and OSU Marine Operations policies. Operates, maintains, and repairs ship machinery; electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel, and ballast systems; and freshwater and saltwater firefighting systems.
10% – Fuel, Stores, and Documentation
Maintains adequate supplies of fuel, lube oil, freshwater, repair parts, and maintenance materials on board during relief periods. Reports fuel, lube-oil, and freshwater usage and remaining levels to the Master. In consultation with the master, verifying all loading conditions maintain adequate ships stability. Keeps engineering daily work logs and Oily Record Book and provides reports as required, maintaining compliance with the vessel’s Safety Management System (SMS). Maintain and ensure compliance with the vessel’s Shipboard Oil Pollution Emergency Plan.
10% – Scheduling and Maintenance Activities
Schedules engineering watches and assigns daily duties to engineers in consultation with the Master. Repairs or replaces broken parts using hand tools, precision tools, arc and gas welders, and lathes. Assists in the repair of scientific equipment as requested and within department capability. Directs or performs maintenance of firefighting equipment. Serves as a member of the fire-response team, administering First Aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) when required. Performs other duties as assigned.
Fleet Assignment Clause
As qualified and assigned, may temporarily provide support other vessels within OSU Marine Operations (e.g., Small Boats Program, midsize/new-build vessels, West Coast Van Pool) to maintain safe crewing and operational continuity across the fleet.
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REQUIREMENTS
- Valid Merchant Mariner Credentials (MMC) with the following rating: Chief Engineer Limited Oceans issued by the United States Coast Guard (USCG).
- Current Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping (STCW) endorsements as appropriate for this position.
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
- Ability to obtain a passport.
- Ability to speak, read, and write English.
- Meet Coast Guard drug testing requirements.
- Solid understanding of basic computer programs including Microsoft Office products.
- Minimum of one (1) year experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) programs.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
