Unlicensed Vessel Assistant Engineer 2026

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Assistant Engineers work under the direction, guidance, and training of the Chief Engineer to assist in operation, maintenance and repair the vessel’s operating systems: diesel engines, generators, refrigeration, electrical and hydraulic equipment, water making and sanitary equipment, deck machinery, factory equipment, pumps, cooling, and conveyor systems during the portion of their shift scheduled in the engine room. Assistant engineers, under the direction of the Chief Engineer, may maintain the engine room and other logs as required by the company or other agencies. Assistant Engineers also assist in fueling the vessel and transferring fuel onboard.

Essential Duties

Assistant Engineers must be able to:

• Work under the direction, guidance, and training of the chief engineer.


• Assist in operation, maintenance, and repair of the vessel’s operating systems: diesel engines, gene...