Junior Engineer

Roles and responsibilities

The Fourth Engineer Officer must keep an engine room watch, or, on UMS ships, must act as duty engineer in rotation. He must understudy the Second and Third Engineer Officers and is responsible to the Second Engineer Officer for:

Accountabilities

• The safety of all personnel working under his supervision
• Maintenance as directed
• Maintenance and upkeep of engine room safety equipment.
• Carrying out any lawful command and delegated duty as issued by the Chief Engineer and /or Master

A Junior Engineer is an ex-cadet recently qualified as a Fourth Engineer Officer who may complete a probationary contract prior to full unsupervised OOW duties.

Accountabilities - 2

Accountabilities - 3

Competencies

Communications with other nationalities

Different types of Pumps, Centrifugal/Rotor dynamic and positive displacement

Diversity Awareness

Emergency procedures

Engine Water tests

Evaporators – Relationship between temp and pressure, why use Vacuum, Air compressors – Maintenance and overhaul

Experience of managing crew members

Experience with multinational crews

Flashing from cold, purge cycles, testing of Boiler water and associated hazards with incorrect impurity levels.

Importance of weekly routines and equipment tested.

IT experience

L.O Systems and safeties, Fresh water and Jacket cooling requirements

Maintenance of Engines and overhaul of cylinder heads

Ordering spares and Bunkers

Other types of ship’s

Overhaul of Gauge glass

Personal safety, Ship safety & protection of the environment.

Previous Oil major experience

PTW systems, ISM requirements, Risk assessment

Purifiers and Clarifiers – difference between and reasons for heating Fuel/Lub oil prior to entry, Gravity discs

Reasons for testing of Boiler water.

Refit Experience

Safety features associated with Generating equipment

Sewage treatment Plant – Gravity and Vacuum systems

Starting and Paralleling DG /TA

Steam driven and Framo Cargo pumps

Teamwork

Testing of Fuel injectors and correct atomization.

UMS operations. Emergency Generators, EM Fire pump, first start compressor

Written and spoken English to high standard.

Desired candidate profile

• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in Engineering Tools: Familiarity with industry-standard tools and software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, MATLAB, MATLAB Simulink, LabVIEW, Python, C++, Java, depending on the engineering field).
  • Technical Problem Solving: Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and solve engineering-related issues in a systematic and efficient manner.
  • Understanding of Engineering Principles: Strong grasp of fundamental engineering concepts such as mechanics, thermodynamics, electrical circuits, or software algorithms (depending on the discipline).
  • Project Management Skills: Basic understanding of project management principles, including planning, scheduling, and task coordination.
• Soft Skills:
  • Communication Skills: Good verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with team members, other departments, and stakeholders.
  • Attention to Detail: Ability to work with precision and attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in designs, specifications, and calculations.
  • Teamwork and Collaboration: Able to work effectively in a team environment, including cross-functional teams with other engineers, designers, or technicians.
  • Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently, meeting deadlines and quality standards.
  • Adaptability: Willingness to learn new tools, techniques, and technologies relevant to the engineering role and the company.

3. Experience:

• Entry-Level: Typically 0-2 years of relevant professional experience.
  • For a fresh graduate, internships, academic projects, or hands-on experience (like laboratory work or engineering competitions) are valued.
  • For candidates with some prior work experience, having worked on engineering projects (even at an intern level) is a plus.
• Project Exposure: Experience or exposure to real-world projects, either through academic projects, internships, or prior job roles, where the candidate demonstrated their ability to apply engineering concepts to solve practical problems.

4. Personal Traits:

• Curiosity and Learning Attitude: A keen interest in technology and a strong desire to learn and grow within the engineering field.
• Problem-Solving Mindset: Ability to approach complex problems logically and develop solutions with a focus on efficiency and functionality.
• Professionalism and Integrity: Strong work ethic and commitment to high standards of professionalism, safety, and ethical behavior.
• Initiative and Ownership: Takes ownership of tasks and projects, proactively seeking to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Resilience and Patience: Engineering tasks can be challenging; a successful Junior Engineer must show resilience when faced with problems or setbacks.