2nd Engineer

Combine your experience and sense of adventure by joining our exciting team of employees working onboard our ships at sea. Celebrity Cruises is looking for inspired global professionals who believe in success through commitment and pride to join our expanding family. As an industry leader in service and innovation, we provide a working environment that fosters career growth and development for our onboard team members. With a fleet of innovative cruise ships, each offering guests a premium vacation experience, there are almost countless opportunities to join us at sea.

As the 2nd Engineer, you will play an important role in creating a safe working environment by ensuring the engine room by ensuring the safety, efficiency, and maintenance of machinery.

Career snapshot:

• Represents the Chief Engineer and is responsible for the safety, efficiency, and maintenance of the machinery affecting the safety of the ship
• Notifies the bridge immediately in the event of a fire, imminent steering gear failure, impending actions in the machinery spaces that may cause reduction in ship’s speed, and any malfunction to the delivery and/or equipment that might result to pollution
• Responsible for the Electric Power Generation Engines, which includes lube oil management and analysis of the engines in conjunction with the 3rd Engineer of oil systems; the inspection, operation and testing as required of all machinery and equipment under the direction of the Staff-Chief Engineer and Chief Engineer, the EWO of the watch; and manage fuel oil supply modules and Viscosity Unit (i.e. Buffer Tanks, Booster Pumps ,etc.)
• Serves as damage control officer for the ship, which includes ensuring all work orders are updated in AMOS; providing equipment training to officers and ratings in Engine Department as per Staff Chief Engineer’s schedule; and cost containment through the proper use, handling and maintenance of records, reports, supplies and equipment. In addition, collaborates with AMOS Controller to review the inventory of spare parts/consumables and future maintenance plans in order to prepare requisitions 3 months in advance for the area of responsibility.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Graduate of Maritime Academy
• 2nd Engineer’s License in accordance with the STCW regulations III/2 convention issued by a country that has ratified the convention
• Working knowledge of safety equipment
• Previous management experience with a team of 4-10 individuals
• Strong communication, problem solving, decision-making, and interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of computers, internet, and the ability to navigate within a variety of software packages such as Excel, Word, or related programs
• All international applicants must have the ability to obtain C1/D visa (and other relevant visas) when applicable
• Must meet all physical requirements, including the ability to participate in emergency life-saving drills and required training

Preferences:

• 6 months or more sailing as licensed 2nd Engineer on cruise ships

Thank you for your interest in this role. Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., one of the world's largest cruise companies and employer of choice, has an array of brands including Azamara Club Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Pullmantur and Royal Caribbean International. These brands offer a variety of onboard activities, services and amenities, including simulated surfing, swimming pools, sun decks, beauty salons, exercise and spa facilities, ice skating rinks, in-line skating, basketball courts, rock climbing walls, miniature golf courses, gaming facilities, lounges, bars, Las Vegas-style entertainment, cinemas and Royal Promenades, which include interior shopping, dining and an entertainment boulevard.

Join our team as 2nd Engineer. Once you click to apply below, it will take you 10-15 mins to complete our application, which will help us better qualify your candidacy. If you are being considered for this position you will hear back from us within the next 90 days. During this time, you can view your application status on our career site.

Join us at Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., where great vacations begin with great employees!

RCL is an equal employment opportunity employer.