Journeyman Marine Engineer

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Journeyman Marine Engineer designing and evaluating marine vessels and systems for US federal government contractor. Supporting the US Coast Guard with marine engineering analyses and design modifications.

Posted 5/13/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $79,500 - $132,800 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist in design, development, and evaluation of the operation of marine vessels, ship machinery, and related equipment, such as propulsion systems & power generation systems.
Support the US Coast Guard reviewing third party design modifications and improvements to mechanical systems and components.
Perform design reviews, evaluating constructability, helping resolve technical issues, and managing information generated through the design and construction phases.
Conduct analyses of propulsion systems and types, lead development of technical data packages and reviews.
Conduct trade studies regarding ship configuration.
Conduct marine engineering analysis.
Create graphical representations of structures and systems.
Inspect equipment or systems.
Assist in research of advanced engineering designs or applications.
Prepare technical reports for internal use.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
Ability to obtain a secret clearance
At least 3+ years of experience in marine specific fields (i.e. propulsion systems, power-generation systems, fluids and hydraulics)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare benefits
Paid leave
Retirement plans
Insurance programs
Education and training assistance

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Hard Skills & Tools

marine engineeringpropulsion systemspower generation systemsmechanical systemstechnical data packagesdesign reviewsconstructability evaluationmarine engineering analysisgraphical representationtechnical report preparation

Soft Skills

problem solvingtechnical issue resolutioninformation managementresearch skills

Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineeringsecret clearance