Engineer - Long Beach, CA - Long Beach, CA

Req. Number 003-4284
Posting Date Nov 03, 2025
Address Pier D, Berth 35, Long Beach, California 90802, United States
Job Description

Foss Maritime is one of the most recognized and respected maritime brands in the U.S., combining a rich legacy with a forward-thinking approach to industry innovation. While deeply rooted in tradition, Foss is evolving at a fast pace, continuously setting new standards for operational excellence and sustainability.

With operations spanning all U.S. coasts and global transportation projects, Foss is a leader in harbor and terminal towage, tug and barge transportation, and offshore energy solutions, including traditional energy and offshore wind projects. Our primary operations are on the U.S. West Coast, Alaska, and Hawaii.

As part of the Saltchuk family of companies, Foss is a values-driven organization that takes pride in its exceptional team, commitment to safety, and dedication to customer success. With a culture built on integrity, innovation, and collaboration, Foss Maritime remains a trusted leader in the maritime industry.

As a Engineer with our Long Beach Team, the primary responsibility of this position is to ensure all vessel machinery, equipment and systems are operated, maintained and repaired in a safe and effective manner. Additionally, as a key member of the Vessel Management Team, the this position is responsible for ensuring adherence to all Company operational guidelines and planned maintenance programs.

What You'll Do

• Continually maintains a safe work environment on the vessel, implementing Company policies and procedures, and general maritime industry best practice wherever applicable.
• Maintains all vessel machinery and systems, including main propulsion, auxiliary power generation, ancillary, deck and cargo handling.
• Ensures proper operations of control, monitoring and alarm components and systems.
• Notifies the Captain and Port Engineer of any abnormal changes in the status of machinery operation.
• Performs safe and effective voyage repairs with limited resources and outside support, while working under tight time constraints and in remote geographical locations.
• Troubleshoots machinery malfunctions as required and effectively communicates directly with the Captain and Port Engineer and designated shore-side support staff and vendors, to provide timely and relevant information for the diagnoses and repair of vessel machinery and systems.
• Responsible for vessel bunkering operations, insuring compliance with established fueling procedures.
• Checks and maintains fuel/fluid levels in all tanks within the vessel, takes monthly oil samples for analysis.
• Maintains adequate critical spares and general vessel parts inventory levels.
• Performs special duties and other projects as assigned.
• Adheres to all company policies.
• Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested.
  

What We're Looking For

• Must have a valid TWIC card.
• Must have a valid USCG Merchant Mariner Document or Merchant Mariner Credential.
• Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must have a valid Passport.
• Two years of paid experience as a Marine Engineer.
  

Working Conditions

• Exposure to all weather conditions (rain, ice, snow, heat, wind, etc.).
• Must have the ability and flexibility to work a variety of schedules and hours and must be able to report for duty with a one hour notice. Must be able to work overtime, Sundays, Saturdays, holidays, night work.
• Must not be afraid of heights or narrow walkways.
• Possibility of permanent positions on a schedule available.
  

Compensation

Training wage starts at $35.04. Upon completion of training, pay increase is determined based on license held

How to Apply

Ready to set sail with Foss? Submit your application via our careers page. If you need any assistance please reach out to fossjobs@foss.com. We look forward to welcoming you aboard.

Drug Free Workplace

Foss Maritime Company LLC is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Foss Maritime Company LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Compensation 35.0400

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