Engines Superintendent

Engines Superintendent

Location: Remote
Department: Field Service – Large Bore Engines
Reports To: Manager, Field Service Operations
Work Type: Full-Time | Field-Based
Travel: Up to 75–80% Domestic & International
Direct Reports: Field Engineers & Technicians (project-based leadership)
Pay: $54.00 - $62.00 per hour, based on experience
Bonus: Eligible for performance-based incentive program

About the Role

MSHS Pacific Power Group is seeking an experienced Engines Superintendent to provide senior technical leadership for the performance, reliability, maintenance, and lifecycle management of large-bore engine assets.

This field-based role serves as a technical authority on engine operations, troubleshooting, maintenance, failure analysis, and corrective actions. The Engines Superintendent works closely with field engineers, technicians, customers, OEMs, service providers, and internal teams to ensure engines are operating safely, reliably, and in accordance with OEM and regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate combines strong engineering expertise with hands-on engine experience, sound technical judgment, and the ability to lead complex field projects in marine and industrial environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee engine performance, reliability, maintenance, and lifecycle planning.
• Develop and review maintenance strategies, overhaul plans, repair scopes, and technical procedures.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to field engineers and technicians.
• Troubleshoot complex engine issues and support root cause and failure analysis.
• Monitor engine performance, reliability trends, downtime, and maintenance costs.
• Coordinate with OEMs, service providers, classification societies, and regulatory agencies.
• Support inspections, audits, commissioning, overhauls, and major field service projects.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety, regulatory, and OEM requirements.
• Communicate technical risks, maintenance priorities, and recommendations to management and customers.
• Identify opportunities to improve engine reliability, availability, efficiency, and lifecycle costs.
• Travel extensively to vessels, shipyards, plants, and customer facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical discipline required.
• 8–12+ years of progressive experience in engine operations, maintenance, marine engineering, power generation, or fleet/asset management.
• Previous experience as a Superintendent, Senior Engineer, Technical Manager, or Technical Authority strongly preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of medium- and low-speed engines and fuel, lubrication, cooling, and control systems.
• Strong troubleshooting, diagnostics, failure analysis, and technical decision-making skills.
• Experience with preventive, predictive, and condition-based maintenance.
• Proficiency with technical documentation systems.
• Experience working with OEMs, service providers, and regulatory/classification organizations preferred.
• Strong communication, leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel up to 75–80%, including domestic and international travel.

Benefits

MSHS Pacific Power Group offers a competitive total rewards package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA and FSA options
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Performance-based incentive opportunities
• Sign-on and relocation assistance may be available for eligible positions
• Opportunities for professional development and technical training

Why Join MSHS Pacific Power Group?

This is an opportunity to take a senior technical leadership role supporting complex large-bore engine systems while working with experienced field service professionals, leading projects, and helping drive long-term reliability and customer success.

Equal Opportunity Employer

MSHS PPG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

MSHS PPG is a Drug-Free Workplace. All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a drug and alcohol screening, which may include testing for marijuana in compliance with applicable federal regulations and relevant state labor laws.