Description If you are selected as the 3rd Assistant Engineer, you will be working under the direction of the Chief Engineer and 1st Assistant Engineer. The 3rd Assistant Engineer is primarily responsible for the maintenance of diesel powered, electric generators, air compressors, purifiers, and electrical work aboard the ship. The 3rd Assistant Engineer is required to participate in all drills and emergencies and to assist with the enforcement of rules, procedures, regulations, and pollution prevention
Position Overview
Your responsibilities may include
Working under the supervision of the Chief Engineer
Safely and efficiently operating the entire engineering plant
Maintaining generators routinely
Maintaining electric motors routinely
Maintaining air compressors routinely
Maintaining L.O. purifiers routinely
Maintaining main engine lube oil systems/stern tube lube oil systems routinely
Performing all electrical work aboard the ship
Working independently
Testing and recording of insulation resistance (megger testing)
Collecting monthly samples of lube oil from all machinery
Working aloft
Checking all pumps and machinery during rounds
Monitoring activities from the engine control room
Working 12 hours per day. You may not work more than 15 hours per day
Being on call 24 hours/day for all emergencies
This is a Safety Sensitive position.
Relocation is not provided for this position.
Success Profile
To thrive in this role, you’ll demonstrate the following Leadership Competencies:
Takes Accountability-Takes ownership of actions and follows through on commitments by holding others accountable and standing up for what's right
Drives Performance - Delivers positive results through realistic planning to accomplish goals
Makes Decisions - Builds effective solutions based on available information and makes timely decisions that are safe and ethical
Basic Requirements
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Currently hold, or have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to obtain, a U.S. Passport
Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC)
Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC)
Basic Endorsement Requirements
Currently hold the following endorsements on Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC):
Officer In Charge Of An Engineering Watch (OICEW)
Able Seafarer – Engine
Rating Forming Part Of An Engineering Watch (RFPEW)
Proficiency In Survival Craft & Rescue Boats (PSC)
Medical First-Aid Provider
Advanced Fire Fighting
Basic Training
Vessel Personnel With Designated Security Duties (VPDSD)
Security Awareness
Third Assistant Engineer – Motor
QMED (Any Rating)
Lifeboatman
Required Physical Demands & Work Environment
Willing and able (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following:
Be away from home for periods in excess of two months
Working 12 hours per day. You may not work more than 15 hours per day
Being on call 24 hours/day for all emergencies
Push/pull up to 200 pounds
Lift/carry up to 100 pounds floor to shoulder
Lift from floor to overhead and transport articles weighing up to 50 pounds
Climb various ladders and stairs ranging from 5 to 200 feet in height
Perform maintenance on equipment
Climb a rope pilot latter to join or depart the vessel
Stand for long periods of time
Physically attend to vessels including confined space entry and environmental extremes
Walk, stand, stoop, sit, climb, and carry material on a daily basis on even and uneven terrain
Outdoor work with exposure to varying weather conditions, including temperature extremes
Work alone a high percentage of the time
Preferred Requirements
Bachelor's degree or higher in Marine Engineering or foreign equivalent
1 or more years of experience in generator maintenance
1 or more years of experience in working on air compressors
1 or more years of direct experience sailing as a cadet on a tanker/ship
1 or more years of direct experience sailing as an officer
Currently hold the following endorsements on Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC): Tankerman Engineer, Advanced Oil Tanker Cargo Operations
Possess good written, verbal and communication skills
Willing and able (with or without reasonable accommodation) to learn material needed to be successful in the role
Satisfactorily passing certification exams
Having the ability to collaborate and work well with peers
Ability to clearly follow instructions, both written and verbal
Ability to apply common sense to achieve the desired outcomes according to the company’s operating procedures and safety protocols
Organized, efficient and a methodical problem solver
All licensed officers earn paid leave on the basis of one day worked onboard and one day earned of paid leave. Normal tours are sixty (60) days onboard and sixty (60) days of paid leave.
This position requires you to have a TWIC card (Transportation Workers Identification Card) to gain access to secure areas of Maritime Transportation Security Act (MTSA) regulated facilities and vessels. Any candidate selected for this position will not be allowed to begin work without proof of application for this card. Visit the TSA website: TWIC® | Transportation Security Administration (tsa.gov) for more information.
Successful applicants are all ConocoPhillips employees represented by the in-house associations, the Atlantic Maritime Officers Association (AMOA) for Officers.
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Sponsorship
ConocoPhillips’ sponsorship for employment authorization in the U.S. is NOT available for this position.
Benefits Overview
ConocoPhillips offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and career growth:
Taking Care of Your Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and wellness programs.
Supporting and Building Financial Security: Competitive base pay, annual performance bonuses, and retirement savings plans.
Promoting Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, paid parental leave, and family support resources.
Offering Career Development: Access to training, mentoring, and internal career mobility tools.
Guiding Recognition & Inclusion: Peer-nominated awards, inclusive culture, and employee resource groups.
Why ConocoPhillips
At ConocoPhillips, we believe our people power the future of energy. We’re committed to creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow—professionally and personally.
We don’t just offer jobs—we offer meaningful careers in a company that values how we work as much as what we achieve.
EEO
In the US, ConocoPhillips is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.
