Saronic
Commissioning Assistant Engineer, Marauder
Franklin, LA · On-site · Full-time · Posted Sep 14, 2026
- Visa sponsorship
- U.S.-based role requires U.S. Person status for access to export-controlled information or items, as defined by U.S. law.
About the job
Supports the Chief Engineer in commissioning and operating machinery aboard an autonomous vessel, including testing systems and verifying their integration with autonomy and software controls.
What you'll do
- Test, validate, troubleshoot, and maintain vessel machinery and support commissioning activities.
- Work with autonomy and software teams to verify machinery-control integration across manned, remote, and autonomous modes.
- Develop and refine operating procedures, checklists, and technical documentation.
What they ask for
- Valid U.S. Coast Guard MMC and a National Assistant Engineer of Motor Vessels, Unlimited Horsepower Endorsement, or Designated Duty Engineer, Unlimited Horsepower Endorsement.
- STCW OICEW, Basic Training, and Advanced Firefighting endorsements; valid USCG STCW Medical Certificate; valid TWIC and Passport.
- Working knowledge of maritime engineering systems, particularly electrical systems.
- Pass background check and USCG/DOT drug testing; security clearance and eligibility required.
Nice to have
- Familiarity with jet-drive marine engines; experience with autonomous or unmanned systems.
- Experience with software engineering or automation systems; working toward higher-grade engineering license or endorsements.
Tools
main propulsion, auxiliary machinery, fuel oil, lubrication, cooling
AI focus
Supports commissioning and integration of vessel machinery with autonomy and software control systems for manned, remote, and autonomous operation.
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