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Junior Engineer/AB – RV HUGH R SHARP

Do you have a passion for working with engines, electrical, hydraulic, and working at sea? Experienced or eager to learn how to operate winches, frames, and cranes to deploy and recover equipment? Want to sail in and out of the same port most of the time with most weekends off?

The University of Delaware is seeking an entry to mid-level engineer for a position in Lewes, Delaware.    The Engineering team monitors, maintains, and repairs equipment and operates winches and frames to deploy and recover scientific equipment.  Great team atmosphere and interesting missions.  Missions are typically 10-18 days in the mid-Atlantic.  Ship maintenance is performed alongside during the off season Mon-Fri.

On the job training provided.  QMED preferred, but will train and assist entry level hard worker with obtaining USCG credential.   The R/V HUGH R SHARP is a 146’ oceanographic research vessel.

For more information please contact the Director, Marine Operations:

Email:  jswallow@udel.edu    phone:  (302) 645-4341.

Or apply on line:

https://careers.udel.edu/cw/en-us/job/497224/junior-engineer-ship-marine-operations

University of Delaware Marine Operations info:

https://www.udel.edu/academics/colleges/ceoe/research/marine-operations/

The University of Delaware is an equal opportunity employer.

- High School diploma or GED.

- Entry Level - Some experience with maintenance of engines or other marine systems;  Experience on fishing boats or tug boats.

- Mid Level - QMED credential; experience on Offshore Supply, Research, or Fishing vessels, or tug boats.

- Must obtain USCG Merchant Mariner Credential within 6 months of hire.

- See web application for more details.