About the Company:

Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation is the largest provider of dredging services in the United States. In addition, Great Lakes is fully engaged in expanding its core business into the rapidly developing offshore wind energy industry. The Company has a long history of performing significant international projects. The Company employs experienced civil, ocean and mechanical engineering staff in its estimating, production and project management functions. In its over 133-year history, the Company has never failed to complete a marine project. Great Lakes owns and operates the largest and most diverse fleet in the U.S. dredging industry, comprised of approximately 200 specialized vessels. Great Lakes has a disciplined training program for engineers that ensures experienced-based performance as they advance through Company operations. The Company's Incident-and Injury-Free® (IIF®) safety management program is integrated into all aspects of the Company's culture. The Company's commitment to the IIF® culture promotes a work environment where employee safety is paramount.

The opportunity:

The Electro-Technical Officer (ETO) works to support the build of a subsea rock installation vessel (SRIV) and works under supervision of the Chief Engineer. In absence of these persons, they will report to the Director of Marine Operations. All shipyard and crew electrical personnel, either employees or third-party worker fall under supervision of the ETO. The ETO has overall on-site responsibility for the vessel's electrical systems.

Responsibilities and functions include:

• Carry out daily inspections and maintenance on electronical equipment and controls systems. Document the same with accurate reporting within the maintenance system
• Ensure energy isolation system is followed according to Company policy and industry standards.
• Troubleshoot and repair all electrical systems including but not limited to dynamic positioning, communications equipment, data acquisition, navigation equipment, mission equipment controls, electrical distribution systems, computers, etc.
• Carry out installation, calibration, and modification to electrical systems and components.
• Provide technical support to original equipment manufacturer representatives/support as well as third party support.
• Coordinate with Company shoreside IT personnel on upgrades/repairs/maintenance on vessel network, servers, condition monitoring systems, etc.
• Proactively inform supervisor, Engineer on Watch, and Bridge Watchstander of degradations within ship electronic systems.
• Ensure all electrical equipment brought onboard the SRIV is suitable for use per Company requirements and certified, including third party equipment.
• Ensure all safety procedures are followed when working on/around electrical equipment.
• Facilitate use of JSA, Take Five, Safety Walks and other Company safety initiatives within daily tasks.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Requirements:

• Prior On the Job Training and experience in a similar role in the offshore industry.
• USCG STCW Electrical Technical Officer or Electrical Technical Rating endorsement.
• Electronic Technology/Engineering certificate or degree
• TWIC card required
• Previous experience working large controls systems containing PLC's, SCADA screens, I/O modules, etc.
• The ability to learn and use the procedures associated with living on a vessel such as firefighting, first aid, and use of life saving equipment
• Commitment to work safely and follow all safety policies and procedures
• Excellent communication skills - able to express ideas, provide clear direction, ensure audience understanding
• Maintains positive attitude, and can motivate and improve team morale
• Complete a pre-employment physical examination, drug screen, and background check
• Valid passport
• Experience on vessels with Dynamic Positioning (DP) systems and knowledgeable on DP2 requirements
• Knowledge of shipboard large capacity energy storage systems (batteries, fuel cells, ultracapacitors, etc) is preferred

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) match
• Medical, Dental, Prescription, Life and Disability insurance plans

Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast-feeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability (including medical condition), military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, or other status protected by law or regulation.

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