2nd W/K Electrical Engineer – Cutter Suction Dredger

About the role

The 2nd W/K Electrical Engineer is responsible for the safe and reliable operation of all electrical, electronic, automation and instrumentation systems aboard a cutter suction dredger. You will work closely with the Chief Engineer and Dredge Master to ensure continuous dredging operations.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair power generation, distribution, dredging electrical systems, propulsion auxiliaries and vessel automation.
• Carry out preventive maintenance and corrective repairs according to the Planned Maintenance System (PMS).
• Diagnose faults on PLCs, VFDs, MCCs, switchboards, generators, motors, sensors, alarms and control systems.
• Maintain electrical systems for cutter drives, dredge pumps, jet pumps, spud systems, winches, hydraulic controls and auxiliary machinery.
• Monitor electrical load distribution, insulation integrity, protection systems and overall equipment health.
• Maintain emergency electrical systems, UPS units, batteries, navigation lights, communication equipment and safety alarms.
• Keep accurate maintenance records, electrical drawings, calibration records and spare‑parts inventory.
• Ensure compliance with ISM Code, class and flag state requirements, and apply PTW, LOTO and other isolation procedures.
• Supervise Electrical Ratings, trainees and contractors, and provide technical support during emergencies.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics & Automation Engineering.
• 5–10 years of experience on dredgers or in heavy‑industry automation.
• Basic STCW certification and medical fitness.

Required skills

• PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• VFD operation and maintenance.
• MCC and switchboard handling.
• Generator and motor maintenance.
• Sensor and alarm system diagnostics.
• Control system troubleshooting.
• Electrical load monitoring and insulation testing.
• Protection system maintenance.
• UPS and battery management.
• Navigation lighting and communication equipment maintenance.
• Electrical drawing interpretation and calibration.