Engine Service Engineer
Company: MSHS
Job Ref: # 9470602
Date Posted: 3/27/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Fort Lauderdale, FL
Salary: $28 - $48
Description
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Engines Service Engineer – Large Bore Diesel Location
Remote Home Office ((Field-Based / Domestic & International Travel)
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role
MSHS Pacific Power Group is seeking experienced Engines Service Engineers to support large bore marine and stationary diesel engines across marine, offshore, power generation, and industrial environments.
In this role, you will perform inspection, diagnostics, overhaul, machining support, and commissioning activities on mission-critical diesel engines and associated systems. Work is performed in engine rooms, power plants, offshore facilities, and industrial sites, where equipment reliability and uptime are essential.
You will be part of field teams responsible for executing complex mechanical service work while maintaining the highest standards of safety, accuracy, and professionalism. The role offers the opportunity to work on large-scale engine platforms while developing advanced technical expertise in the field.
This position is ideal for hands-on mechanical professionals who enjoy challenging field work, technical problem solving, and working on large bore diesel engines in demanding environments.
What You’ll Do
- Disassemble, inspect, measure, and rebuild large bore 2-stroke and 4-stroke diesel engines
- Perform component overhauls on cylinders, heads, pistons, liners, turbochargers, governors, and auxiliary systems
- Conduct troubleshooting using engine performance data and operating conditions
- Detect out-of-tolerance measurements and identify component wear or failure
- Perform precision measurement using calipers, inside and outside micrometers, gauges, and specialty tooling
- Read and interpret OEM manuals, mechanical drawings, hydraulic schematics, and technical documentation
- Operate hydraulic tightening equipment, rigging equipment, overhead cranes, and portable machining tools
- Support onsite machining processes using specialized tooling and progressive machining techniques
- Complete daily service reports, measurement reports, and technical documentation
- Follow LOTO procedures and strict safety standards
- Travel to customer sites and represent MSHS Pacific Power Group professionally
Must-Have Skills and Experience
- Hands-on experience working on diesel engines in marine, power generation, heavy industrial, or similar environments
- Experience performing mechanical repairs, inspections, and component overhauls
- Working knowledge of 2-stroke and 4-stroke diesel engine systems
- Experience using precision measuring tools and understanding tolerances and measurement conversions
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
- Ability to travel up to 75–80% domestically and international
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to obtain TWIC card, passport, and offshore certifications
- Ability to work in industrial and marine environments, including harsh conditions
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Large bore diesel engine overhaul experience
- Experience troubleshooting auxiliary systems including fuel, lube oil, cooling, piping, and valve systems
- Experience leading field teams on engine overhauls
- Experience preparing tools and materials prior to job start
- Ability to create detailed service and measurement reports
- Experience conducting root cause analysis
- Experience with onsite machining and specialty tooling
- Experience with OEM platforms such as MAN, Wärtsilä, CAT, MTU, or similar
- Familiarity with advanced diagnostics such as vibration analysis or thermal imaging
Who You Are
- Hands-on service engineer with strong mechanical aptitude and field experience
- Detail-oriented professional who values precision, safety, and quality workmanship
- Comfortable working in engine rooms, industrial facilities, and offshore environments
- Team-oriented professional capable of working independently in demanding field conditions
- Dedicated to maintaining high standards while supporting mission-critical equipment reliability
Additional Details
- Salary Range: $20.00–$42.00/hour (DOE and level)
- Work Style: Field-based role supporting customer sites
- Travel: Field-based role with up to 85% travel
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- HSA & FSA options
- 401(k) with company match
- Competitive PTO and paid holidays
- Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Health Advocate
- Tuition assistance and ongoing technical training
- Tools, PPE, and company-supported field training
- Employee recognition programs and referral bonus
