Staff Engineer | Silversea Cruises

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

Silversea Cruises is seeking experienced and ambitious Staff Engineers to join our growing fleet. This is an outstanding opportunity for marine engineering professionals looking to develop their leadership skills while working aboard some of the most prestigious vessels in the cruise industry.
The Staff Engineer plays a key role within the Engine Department, supporting the Staff Chief Engineer and Senior Engineers in the safe, efficient, and environmentally compliant operation of all propulsion, power generation, and hotel systems onboard. This position offers excellent exposure to senior leadership responsibilities and serves as a strong development pathway toward future Chief Engineer roles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Staff Chief Engineer in the day-to-day management of the Engine Department.
• Oversee the operation, maintenance, and repair of propulsion, power generation, and auxiliary machinery.
• Ensure planned maintenance activities are completed in accordance with company requirements and class regulations.
• Monitor machinery performance and investigate equipment defects and failures.
• Supervise engineering personnel and contractors during maintenance and repair activities.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and company operational standards.
• Assist with dry dock planning, project management, and major maintenance activities.
• Participate in emergency response duties and onboard safety drills.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing reliability, efficiency, and environmental performance.
• Maintain accurate records within the vessel's planned maintenance and reporting systems.

Minimum Requirements:

• Valid Chief Engineer Unlimited License (STCW III/2) is mandatory.
• Previous experience sailing as Staff Engineer, Senior 2nd Engineer, 2nd Engineer, Hotel Engineer, or an equivalent senior engineering position.
• Strong knowledge of marine diesel engines, power generation systems, pumps, purifiers, boilers, HVAC, refrigeration, and auxiliary machinery.
• Experience managing maintenance programs and leading engineering teams.
• Valid STCW certification and seafarer's medical certificate.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Fluent spoken and written English.
• Ability to work effectively within a diverse, multicultural environment.

Preferred Experience:

• Previous cruise ship or passenger vessel experience.
• Experience with large marine diesel-electric propulsion plants.
• Familiarity with planned maintenance systems and shipboard automation.
• Experience overseeing major maintenance projects, dry docks, and capital equipment upgrades.
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations, including MARPOL requirements.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Equal rotation schedule.
• Career progression opportunities within Silversea Cruises and the wider Royal Caribbean Group.
• Ongoing technical and leadership development.
• The opportunity to work aboard a modern fleet operating worldwide itineraries.
• A professional and collaborative working environment focused on safety and excellence.

Why Silversea?
Silversea Cruises is recognized globally for delivering exceptional ultra-luxury travel experiences. Behind every successful voyage is a world-class engineering team dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of safety, reliability, and performance.
If you hold a Chief Engineer Unlimited License and are ready to take the next step toward senior engineering leadership, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the Silversea family.