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Saronic

Robot type
Marine and Space · Defense
Location
FranklinLouisianaUSA
Job type
Customer Success
Posted
Mar 17, 2026
Full-time

Commissioning Chief Engineer, Marauder

Job description

In this role you will be responsible for the commissioning and operation of the engine room and all associated machinery aboard a novel autonomous vessel. You will ensure that all marine systems — including but not limited to main propulsion, auxiliary machinery, fuel oil, lubrication, cooling, and associated environmental equipment — are properly tested and validated through structured commissioning processes and integrated with the vessel's autonomy and software control systems to support reliable manned, remote, and autonomous operation.

The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities, along with the ability to develop procedures and processes in…

Job responsibilities

  • Lead and support commissioning activities for autonomous vessels, including system testing, validation, and troubleshooting prior to and during operation.
  • Collaborate with autonomy and software engineering teams to verify integration between traditional machinery control systems and the vessel's autonomy stack across manned, remote, and autonomous operating modes
  • Develop, write, and refine standard operating procedures, checklists, and technical documentation from scratch in the absence of established processes
  • Complete all necessary maintenance on vessel machinery.
  • Always be on-call while on-hitch to address any issues that arise.
  • Manage inventory and ordering of spare parts.
  • Assist in the shipboard execution of mission objectives.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Job requirements

  • Valid U.S. Coast Guard MMC
  • National Chief Engineer of Motor, Unlimited Horsepower Endorsement.
  • STCW Endorsements of Chief Engineer, OICEW, Basic Training, Advanced Firefighting
  • Valid USCG STCW Medical Certificate
  • Valid TWIC, USCG STCW Medical Certificate, and Passport.
  • Proficiency in maritime engineering systems, particularly electrical systems
  • Ability to work both independently and as a part of a group
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams
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