2ND W/K ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

Role Overview

2nd W/K Electrical Engineer for a Cutter Suction Dredger with NMDC Group.

Role Purpose

Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair all electrical, electronic, automation, and instrumentation systems onboard the dredger to ensure safe, reliable power generation, power distribution, dredging operations, propulsion, and vessel automation.

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance & Repairs

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair all electrical, electronic, automation, and instrumentation systems onboard the Cutter Suction Dredger.
• Carry out planned preventive maintenance and corrective repairs in accordance with the Planned Maintenance System (PMS).
• Diagnose and rectify faults on PLCs, VFDs, MCCs, switchboards, generators, motors, sensors, alarms, and control systems.
• Maintain electrical systems associated with cutter drives, dredge pumps, jet pumps, spud systems, winches, hydraulic controls, and auxiliary machinery.

System Monitoring & Safety

• Ensure the safe and reliable operation of power generation, power distribution, dredging electrical systems, propulsion auxiliaries, and vessel automation.
• Monitor electrical load distribution, insulation integrity, protection systems, and the overall health of electrical equipment to ensure uninterrupted dredging operations.
• Maintain emergency electrical systems, UPS units, batteries, navigation lights, communication equipment, and safety alarms.
• Ensure compliance with ISM Code, Class, Flag State requirements, company procedures, and applicable electrical safety regulations.
• Apply Permit-to-Work (PTW), Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO), and other electrical isolation procedures before carrying out maintenance activities.

Documentation & Records

• Keep accurate maintenance records, electrical drawings, calibration records, and spare parts inventory for all electrical equipment.

Coordination & Supervision

• Coordinate closely with the Chief Engineer, Dredge Master, and deck and engine departments to support continuous and efficient dredging operations.
• Supervise and provide technical guidance to Electrical Ratings, trainees, and contractors during maintenance and repair activities.

Operational Support

• Participate in emergency drills and provide technical support during breakdowns and emergency situations.
• Identify recurring equipment issues, recommend technical improvements, and contribute to enhancing vessel reliability and operational performance.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Chief Engineer to support the safe and efficient operation of the vessel.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics & Automation Engineering.
• 5–10 years' experience on Dredger or in heavy industries with automation.
• Basic STCW training certification with medical fitness certificate.