New Job Opening: Port Engineer (Technical Superintendent) in Abu Dhabi Region, Abu Dhabi

Job Description

Own the reliability and certification of navigation, communication, automation, and electronic control systems (ECDIS, GMDSS, DP/USV control where applicable). Lead troubleshooting, upgrades, and cyber/comms compliance across a mixed fleet, including unmanned surface vessels (USVs).

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain certification and operability of navigation, communication, and automation systems.


• Diagnose and resolve electronic faults; manage spares and firmware.


• Plan upgrades/retrofits (e.g., ECDIS, DP/USV control) and ensure cyber readiness.


• Support USV deployments — links, sensors, control systems, and redundancy.


• Maintain technical records, configurations, and drawings.


• Interface with Projects to define electronic scope and readiness.


• Supervise riding electricians/contractors and coordinate with OEM service partners.

Requirements

• B.Eng. in Electronics/Automation/Electrical Engineering or equivalent.


• 7–10 years' experience in marine electronics (GMDSS/ECDIS/radar/automation) with superintendent exposure.


• GMDSS maintainer or OEM courses preferred; cyber awareness required.


• Strong diagnostics, configuration/version control, and documentation skills.


• Analytical mindset with strong vendor management ability.


• Familiarity with IMO (SOLAS/MARPOL/ISM/ISPS), Flag State & Class rules, STCW; ISO 9001/14001/45001 a plus.