Engine Room Operator

Job description

Engine Room Operator (ERO)

Jack-Up Accommodation Rig (Floatel) - Offshore Northeastern United States

Position Overview

The Engine Room Operator (ERO) is responsible for the safe, efficient, and continuous operation and maintenance of all machinery and equipment within the engine room and associated spaces onboard a non-self-propelled jack-up accommodation rig. Working under the direction of the Technical Section Leader or Assistant Chief Engineer, the ERO ensures reliable operation of power generation, auxiliary systems, and utilities that support all offshore accommodations and services.

This role offers a highly stable and technologically advanced offshore work environment compared to traditional drilling rigs. The platform features modern, automated systems with a strong focus on power generation, electrical distribution, and crew-support utilities rather than heavy manual labor. When elevated, the jack-up rig provides a motion-free platform and hotel-standard living conditions, contributing to an improved quality of life offshore and a more sustainable work-life balance.

Contract Details

Location: Offshore Northeastern U.S. Coast (New York area)

Start Date: Monday, August 31, 2026
End Date: Tuesday September 28, 2026

Work Schedule: 12 hours per day, 7 days per week

Travel: Transportation provided from home airport to worksite and return

Key Responsibilities
Power Generation & Electrical Systems

Operate, monitor, and maintain main diesel generator sets supplying all onboard electrical power

Monitor generator load output, cooling, lubrication, and perform routine maintenance

Oversee the rig's capability to supply up to 1 MW of external power

Operate and monitor main and emergency switchboards from the Engine Control Room (ECR)

Respond to alarms, electrical faults, and abnormal operating conditions

Ensure emergency generator readiness through testing and routine inspections

Jacking & Ballast Systems

Assist with hydraulic and electrical systems used for jacking operations

Monitor hydraulic pressures, fluid levels, pumps, and filtration systems

Operate and monitor ballast pumps and valves to control trim and stability during transit and jacking

Ancillary & Support Machinery

Operate and maintain a wide range of onboard pumps, including:

Fuel and lube oil transfer and purification pumps

Freshwater and seawater cooling pumps

Bilge and ballast pumps

Operate and maintain fuel and lube oil purifiers, oily water separator (OWS), and related systems

Maintain compressed air systems, including compressors and air receivers

Support HVAC systems serving accommodations for up to 354 personnel

Operate and maintain freshwater makers for potable water production

Ensure proper operation and maintenance of the sewage treatment plant

Automation & Control Systems

Monitor equipment and systems primarily from the ECR using advanced automation

Utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to log, track, and document maintenance activities

Use integrated monitoring and alarm systems to diagnose and troubleshoot equipment issues

Required Experience

Minimum 3+ years of experience on an offshore drilling unit or vessel

Required Certifications & Training

Valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credentail with:

Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch (OICEW) - STCW III/3

Proficiency in Survival Craft & Rescue Boats (PSCRB) - STCW VI/2-1

Fast Rescue Craft - STCW VI/2-2

VPDSD - STCW VI/6

Valid STCW Medical Certificate

HUET or BOSIET with CA-EBS

Seaman's Book (Marshall Islands) and PSCRB (assistance available if needed)

Additional Notes
Must be able to work in the U.S.A. without sponsorship.
Non-U.S. Applicants must already hold valid US B1/OCS visas for Wind Activities.