Entry Level Engineer
Platypus Marine, Inc.13 days ago
Port Angeles, WA, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Job Location: Port Angeles, WA 98363
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Overview:
Platypus Marine is seeking a motivated Entry to Mid-Level Engineer to join our growing team. This role supports a wide range of vessel repair, maintenance, and modernization projects for commercial and government clients. The ideal candidate will bring a strong engineering foundation and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assists in the development of repair, maintenance, and work packages for marine vessels
- Support engineering design and layout for systems including piping, pumps, and valves
- Contribute to troubleshooting and analysis of diesel and electric systems
- Prepare technical documentation, reports, and work instructions
- Collaborate with Project Managers, Superintendents, and production teams to execute projects
- Support system engineering efforts across mechanical, electrical, and marine systems
- Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and contract requirements
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Naval, Electrical Engineering, or related field
- Entry level to ~5 years of relevant experience
- Basic understanding of marine, shipyard, or industrial environments preferred
- Familiarity with pumps, valves, piping systems, and system layouts
- Exposure to diesel and/or electrical systems is a plus
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
Wage is dependent upon experience.
Preferred Experience (Not Required):
- Shipyard or vessel repair experience
- Government or defense-related project exposure
- Experience developing work packages or technical repair plans
What We Offer:
- 401(k) plan with company matching
- Comprehensive health insurance, including dental and vision coverage
- Life insurance
- Annual vacation award
- Monthly gym membership contribution
- Annual Life Flight Membership
Job Type:
Full-time
Pay:
$65,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
Electrical: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Driver's License: (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person
Required Skills
Mechanical Engineering
Naval Engineering
Technical Documentation
Technical Drawings
Problem Solving
Troubleshooting
Piping Systems
Diesel Systems
Communication
Electrical Engineering