Marine Service Engineer

Mackay Marine is a global marine electronics service company with more than 500 employees across 60 service depots in twenty-two (22) countries, including the Americas, Europe, Asia, and Africa. For over fifty (50) years Mackay has sold, installed, and serviced navigation and communication equipment onboard commercial and naval ships. Mackay's sustains its industry-leading position by employing and hiring people who enjoy what they do, investing in ongoing factory training, and by providing all the parts, technical and administrative support needed. Mackay also offers competitive salaries, overtime, and benefits such as paid time off, affordable health/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, a 401K with employer match, and a company paid pension plan. Mackay Marine is currently seeking skilled Marine Service Engineers (MSE) (aka Marine Electronics Technician (MET), with the skills and qualifications outlined below to join our Deer Park, TX team.

Marine Service Engineer Job Summary :

Under limited supervision, Marine Service Engineers (MSEs) install, service, and repair marine electronic equipment on-board commercial ships. They test, adjust, and troubleshoot components, and antennas as well as loading, updating, and modifying software. MSEs utilize their knowledge of electronic theory and circuitry to address a variety of technical problems. They also make intelligent use of complex schematics, blueprints, and manuals to accurately achieve assignments and upon completion, will compose a detailed service report.

Types of equipment serviced:

Radars ECDIS Satcoms HF and VHF Radios GPS Gyro compasses Autopilots Sounders Sonars Marine Service Engineer Requirements 3+ years of MSE, MET, ET, or AT experience in commercial shipping and/or acquired in the Navy, Coast Guard, or Marines. Associate degree or equivalent technical training and experience. Strong knowledge of electronics theory and application. Valid FCC General License with Radar Endorsement and GMDSS Radio Operator Maintainer License preferred. Be physically fit. Work environment often involves carrying up to 50 lbs., climbing ladders and masts, and exposure to weather. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation is required. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and pass a thorough background check.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$28.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Marine Electronics:

3 years (Required)

Language:

English (Required)

License/Certification:

FCC with Radar Endorsement (Preferred) GMDSS with Radar Endorsement (Preferred)

Location:

Deer Park, TX 77536 (Required) Willingness to travel: 25% (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person