Project & Maintenance Engineer

ApplyDescriptionCooper Marine is searching for a Project and Maintenance Engineer to assist with project management and both reactive and preventive maintenance of its heavy equipment assets including but not limited to cranes, tugboats, barges, ship berths, docks, fleeting areas, and heavy equipment rolling stock. The ideal candidate for this position is someone with a maritime related background who is self-motivated, thorough, willing to be hands on in the field, is efficiency oriented/creative, and works well with all levels of management, skilled labor, vendors, and contractors.Responsibilities:Develop and manage capital outlay projectsAssist with day to day maintenance to ensure safe, efficient operation of assetsAssist with preventive maintenance programs ensuring both short- and long-term efficient operation of assetsAssist with purchasing and managing of critical spare parts inventoryRequirementsEducation* B.S. in Engineering or equivalent training, education, and/or experiencePreferred RequirementsAbility to interpret basic engineering drawingsAble to use CAD softwareIndustrial, heavy equipment, and maritime backgroundExperience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systemsBasic understanding of civil/structural systems including fabrication and machining workAbility to carry out projects from preliminary stages through completion including budgeting, scheduling, etcAbility to lead and direct skilled labor including direct company employees and outside contractorsOther RequirementsStrong commitment to a safety cultureDedication to a team environmentAbility to work both inside sitting at a desk or outside on equipment/projects for long periods of timeOccasional travel to visit contractors, vendors, manufacturers, and other operations