Purpose of Job:
Keystone is seeking a highly organized and skilled professional to fill the role of Assistant Port Engineer / NSE Analyst. This position combines responsibilities related to assisting with port engineering activities and NSE management.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
• Promote and comply with the Keystone Shipping Co safety culture and adhere to all safety guidelines. Make safety a priority in everything we do and seek opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Implement and comply with Keystone’s SMS– Safety, Quality, and Environmental management system.
• Assist the Port Engineer in overseeing the maintenance and repair of vessels, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Perform lifecycle management for the assigned class of ships using ABS Nautical Systems Enterprise as the management software. Ensure all ships in the class remain consistent with regards to preventive maintenance plan, corrective maintenance & repair tracking, equipment hierarchy, shipboard alterations, and spare parts management.
• Ensure all required data is entered into the ABS Nautical Systems management system in accordance with the MARAD Business Protocol document and ship manager contract requirements.
• Export reports from the ABS Nautical Systems Enterprise management software as required to meet contractual deliverables and to satisfy all data-calls from the customer.
• Assist in the development and implementation of preventive maintenance programs for vessels, machinery, and equipment.
• Assist in managing the budget for vessel maintenance, repairs, and spare parts procurement.
• Conduct regular inspections to identify maintenance needs, safety concerns, and potential areas for improvement.
• Assist in investigating and resolving technical issues and breakdowns, providing timely solutions to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with the Port Engineer to ensure proper documentation and record-keeping of maintenance activities and repairs.
• Assists the Company in any necessary duties to achieve Company goals.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Competencies:
• High proficiency and accuracy with data.
• Proficiency in ABS NS-E, NS-5 Software for database entry experience is strongly desired, with the ability to accurately manage and maintain vessel data within classification society requirements.
• Advanced proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and work within critical time constraints.
• Ability to work independently and under limited supervision.
• Comprehensive knowledge of technical manuals and drawings, shipboard arrangement, and organization, functioning of machinery, repair techniques, costs, and report preparation.

Supervisory responsibilities:
The Assistant Port Engineer / NSE Analyst will assume supervisory responsibility for the assigned ship group when the port engineer is on leave, traveling, or unavailable. During these circumstances, the assistant port engineer shall have supervisory responsibilities for the assigned crewmembers and for all subcontractors working onboard the ship.
Minimum Qualifications:
• High proficiency and accuracy with data.
• ABS NS-E Software database entry experience is strongly desired
• Proficiency working in ABS MyFreedom.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and work within critical time constraints.
• Ability to work independently and under limited supervision.
• Comprehensive knowledge of technical manuals and drawings, shipboard arrangement, and organization, functioning of machinery, repair techniques, costs, and report preparation.
• Must possess or be eligible for a TWIC.
• Must possess or be eligible for a DOD-granted "SECRET" security clearance.

Education, Licensure and/or Experience:
Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Marine Engineering from a certified maritime academy or four-year college or university; minimum of 2 years’ experience serving aboard commercial ocean-going ships of not less than 4,000 HP as either a Chief Engineer, First Assistant Engineer, or Second Assistant Engineer. In addition, a minimum of 1 year working with computerized maintenance tracking system (preference given to ABS NSE). This experience shows proficiency utilizing computerized maintenance tracking systems to include data entry, data quality control, and running of reports. Additionally, the experience shall demonstrate effective management of maintenance and repair of ocea

Purpose of Job:
Responsible for the management and supervision of every aspect of MARAD vessels while they are in Port and dry-dock, including providing direction to all shipyard and repair vendor personnel engaged in vessel repairs. Oversees installation and repair of marine power plants, propulsion systems, heating and ventilating systems, and other mechanical and electrical equipment in ships and marine facilities by performing the following duties:

Main Duties and Responsibilities:
• Promote the Keystone Shipping Co safety culture and adhere to all safety guidelines. Make safety a priority in everything we do and seek opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Implement Keystone’s SMS– Safety, Quality, and Environmental management system.
• Manages the day-to-day technical operation of the assigned vessels. Overall person in charge of ship operations in port and in dry-dock. Primarily responsible for vessel repair and maintenance. Directs senior shipboard personnel to accomplish the required repairs and maintain RRF Readiness Status.
• Prepares operating budgets and long-term fiscal work plans for vessels and submits to the Fleet Engineer and Government Program Manager for finalization and presentation to the Owner.
• Prepare drydock specifications and attend assigned vessels during drydock.
• Coordinates directly with vessel Chief Engineer to manage vessel repairs, and spare part requisitions.
• Communicates directly with various Department Managers on vessel status including crew and operational issues.
• Maintains assigned vessels in a condition which provides the highest probability of success in activation and subsequent operation in support of national defense objectives.
• Manages the activation of assigned vessels on site, which is accomplished in five or ten days as per contract stipulation. Supervises and coordinates the repairs, crewing, storing of the vessel, and determines when the vessel is ready for sea trials.
• Sails onboard their assigned vessel during activations
• Completes the sea trial after action report and makes needed arrangements to correct any deficiencies found as well as documenting the deficiencies.
• Attends assigned vessels concerning engineering condition and performance.
• Prepares repair, activation, and deactivation specifications, as required. Supervises and approves voyage repairs and maintenance.
• Maintains records of all annual, bi-annual, mid-terms, etc. inspections and surveys required by classification societies and government agencies. Ensures that all vessels have proper certificates onboard and assists in the timely arrangement of vessel surveys.
• Assures that USCG certification items and other regulatory body items are completed. Interfaces with local regulatory bodies to implement compliance with customer and government regulations.
• Maintains and updates as required the NSE system.
• Oversees repairs to equipment such as diesel engines, boilers, steam driven turbine engines, heat exchangers, fire control and communication systems, electric power systems, or piping and related fittings and valves.
• Coordinates proper lay-up of critical equipment and systems with Government Marine Surveyors.
• Prepare reports which describe inspection procedures and findings. Prepares or reviews recommendations for repair work to ships.
• Identifies outstanding repairs and coordinates completion.
• Keeps records of engineering performance and costs for vessels. Submit reports as required.
• Assure that ship security services are properly provided.
• Performs annual performance evaluations for senior shipboard personnel.
• Performs other related duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
• High proficiency and accuracy with data.
• ABS NS-E Software database entry experience is strongly desired
• Proficiency working in ABS MyFreedom.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and work within critical time constraints.
• Ability to work independently and under limited supervision.
• Comprehensive knowledge of technical manuals and drawings, shipboard arrangement, and organization, functioning of machinery, repair techniques, costs, and report preparation.
• Must possess or be eligible for a TWIC.
• Must possess or be eligible for a DOD-granted "SECRET" security clearance.

Education, Licensure and/or Experience:
Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Marine Engineering from a certified maritime academy or four-year college or university; three years of documented Port Engineer experience for large tonnage ocean going vessels; and/or five years seagoing experience as a Chief Engineer or First Assistant Engineer, or a minimum of five years of ship repair experience with progressive responsibilities; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Engineer's License, preferred.