Ship Engineer Resume Template
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Contact
Charlotte, NC
(704) 555-7115
ethan.thompson@email.com
linkedin.com/in/ethanthompson
Technical Skills
Marine diesel maintenanceAuxiliary systems operationElectrical troubleshootingPreventive maintenanceEngine room watchstandingFuel & lubrication systemsSOLAS compliance
Systems
Computerized maintenance CMMS
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Outlook
Education
Bachelor's in Marine Engineering
2013
State University of New York Maritime College
Ethan Thompson
Ship Engineer · Third Assistant, Diesel Propulsion
Profile
Licensed marine engineer with 9 years maintaining diesel propulsion and auxiliary systems aboard coastal cargo vessels. Cut unplanned engine downtime 30% through a rebuilt preventive maintenance schedule.
Engine Room Experience
Ship Engineer
2020 – Present
Carolina Coastal Marine, Charlotte, NC
- Stand engine room watches on a 4,500-horsepower diesel-powered coastal freighter.
- Monitor engine, generator and pump indicators, reporting abnormalities to the bridge.
- Maintain fuel, lubrication and cooling systems, rebuilding the PM schedule to cut downtime 30%.
- Perform SOLAS firefighting drills and MARPOL pollution-prevention drills.
- Maintain engineering logs and coordinate parts orders with the port engineer.
Junior Engineer
2016 – 2020
Carolina Coastal Marine, Charlotte, NC
- Repaired pumps, winches and electric motors under the direction of senior engineers.
- Started and regulated main engines to control ship speed per bridge instructions.
- Maintained electrical, heating and refrigeration systems throughout the vessel.
- Kept engine rooms clean and cleaned engine parts during routine overhaul work.
Wiper
2013 – 2016
Carolina Coastal Marine, Charlotte, NC
- Cleaned engine spaces and assisted engineers with basic maintenance and parts handling.
- Logged engine room readings during watches under a licensed engineer's supervision.
Licensure
Third Assistant Engineer, Unlimited Horsepower
U.S. Coast Guard
Merchant Mariner Credential
U.S. Coast Guard
STCW Engine Room Resource Management
U.S. Coast Guard
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Licenses and certifications
- Marine Engineer Officer License U.S. Coast Guard Required in most states
- Merchant Mariner Credential U.S. Coast Guard Required in most states
Sources: www.bls.gov, www.ecfr.gov
Licensing rules differ by state; check with your state board before you apply.
Skills to list
- Marine Diesel Engine Maintenance
- Auxiliary Systems Operation
- Electrical Systems Troubleshooting
- Fuel and Lubrication Systems
- Engine Room Watchstanding
- Preventive Maintenance Scheduling
- Safety and Firefighting Systems
- Regulatory Compliance (USCG/SOLAS)
Software and tools
- Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- SAP software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft Access
- Apple macOS
Duties to describe on a ship engineer resume
- Monitored engine, machinery, or equipment indicators when vessels are underway, and reported abnormalities to appropriate shipboard staff.
- Monitored the availability, use, or condition of lifesaving equipment or pollution preventatives to ensure that international regulations are followed.
- Monitored and tested operations of engines or other equipment so that malfunctions and their causes can be identified.
- Started engines to propel ships, and regulate engines and power transmissions to control speeds of ships, according to directions from captains or bridge computers.
- Performed or participated in emergency drills, as required.
- Performed general marine vessel maintenance or repair work, such as repairing leaks, finishing interiors, refueling, or maintaining decks.
Titles along the way
- Junior Engineer
- Ship Engineer
- Chief Engineer
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