Staff Engineer

Silversea Cruises

Advance Your Engineering Career with the World's LeadingUltra-Luxury Cruise Line

Silversea Cruises is seeking experienced and ambitious StaffEngineers to join our growing fleet. This is an outstanding opportunity formarine engineering professionals looking to develop their leadership skillswhile working aboard some of the most prestigious vessels in the cruiseindustry.

The Staff Engineer plays a key role within the EngineDepartment, supporting the Staff Chief Engineer and Senior Engineers in thesafe, efficient, and environmentally compliant operation of all propulsion,power generation, and hotel systems onboard. This position offers excellentexposure to senior leadership responsibilities and serves as a strongdevelopment pathway toward future Chief Engineer roles.

Key Responsibilities

·      Support the Staff Chief Engineer in theday-to-day management of the Engine Department.

·      Oversee the operation, maintenance, and repairof propulsion, power generation, and auxiliary machinery.

·      Ensure planned maintenance activities arecompleted in accordance with company requirements and class regulations.

·      Monitor machinery performance and investigateequipment defects and failures.

·      Supervise engineering personnel and contractorsduring maintenance and repair activities.

·      Ensure compliance with all safety,environmental, and company operational standards.

·      Assist with dry dock planning, projectmanagement, and major maintenance activities.

·      Participate in emergency response duties andonboard safety drills.

·      Support continuous improvement initiatives aimedat enhancing reliability, efficiency, and environmental performance.

·      Maintain accurate records within the vessel'splanned maintenance and reporting systems.

Minimum Requirements

·      Valid Chief Engineer Unlimited License (STCWIII/2) is mandatory.

·      Previous experience sailing as Staff Engineer,Senior 2nd Engineer, 2nd Engineer, Hotel Engineer, or an equivalent seniorengineering position.

·      Strong knowledge of marine diesel engines, powergeneration systems, pumps, purifiers, boilers, HVAC, refrigeration, andauxiliary machinery.

·      Experience managing maintenance programs andleading engineering teams.

·      Valid STCW certification and seafarer's medicalcertificate.

·      Excellent leadership, communication, andproblem-solving skills.

·      Fluent spoken and written English.

·      Ability to work effectively within a diverse,multicultural environment.

Preferred Experience

·      Previous cruise ship or passenger vesselexperience.

·      Experience with large marine diesel-electricpropulsion plants.

·      Familiarity with planned maintenance systems andshipboard automation.

·      Experience overseeing major maintenanceprojects, dry docks, and capital equipment upgrades.

·      Strong understanding of environmentalregulations, including MARPOL requirements.

What We Offer

·      Competitive salary and benefits package.

·      Equal rotation schedule.

·      Career progression opportunities withinSilversea Cruises and the wider Royal Caribbean Group.

·      Ongoing technical and leadership development.

·      The opportunity to work aboard a modern fleetoperating worldwide itineraries.

·      A professional and collaborative workingenvironment focused on safety and excellence.

 Why Silversea?

Silversea Cruises is recognized globally for deliveringexceptional ultra-luxury travel experiences. Behind every successful voyage isa world-class engineering team dedicated to maintaining the highest standardsof safety, reliability, and performance.

If you hold a Chief Engineer Unlimited License and are readyto take the next step toward senior engineering leadership, we would love tohear from you. Apply today and become part of the Silversea family.