Marine Engineer Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Marine Engineer jobs in the U.S. qualify as specialty occupations under the H-1B visa, making employer sponsorship achievable for degree-holding candidates. Offshore, vessel, and naval architecture roles attract consistent LCA filings. Coast Guard credentialing requirements add a credential-verification step most visa guides overlook.
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MacGregor is a global company that operates in 30 countries with 2000 employees. We provide sustainable cargo and load handling with a strong portfolio of products, services, and solutions to the maritime and offshore industries. Our solutions are found in over half of the world's merchant fleet.
We believe MacGregor is a great place to work and we are looking for innovators with an international mindset to join our team and help us create lifetime value for our customers.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you driven by problem solving? Do you thrive working with complex and large equipment? Look no further, MacGregor is looking to hire a Service Technician with Hydraulic competence.
We are seeking a hands-on expert to perform repair, maintenance and service on critical marine equipment. This includes MacGregor’s and third-party equipment such as shipboard cranes, winches, hatch covers, steering gears and RoRo equipment.
This is a position that requires that you travel to client sites, vessels or at shipyards worldwide. Our clients are primarily domestic but also spread across the globe, i.e. Europe, Brazil, Australia, Singapore, and beyond. Therefore, flexibility and a willingness to travel are essential.
Responsibilities
- Perform hydraulic maintenance and repairs on shipboard cranes, winches, hatch covers, steering gears and RoRo equipment
- Handle advanced equipment repairs and conduct breakdown analysis
- Document work schedules and completed work tasks accurately
- Manage the relevant documentation (ex. service reports, time sheets, travel expenses etc.)
- Ensure that all activities comply with the general job safety and other rules and requirements according to MacGregor standards
Reporting directly to Gary Joseph Barrett the Workshop Foreman. The position will be based in MacGregor’s office in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You have a background with a primary focus on hydraulic equipment. Knowledge and experience with shipboard cranes, winches, hatch covers, steering gears and/or RoRo equipment is a plus.
On a personal level, we are looking for an independent professional who has the confidence to make decisions under pressure. Effective communication, flexibility and openness to new information are the key to success in this role. The ideal candidate will enjoy hands-on work and thrive in a collaborative, multicultural environment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum 2 years of experience in hydraulic troubleshooting, maintenance and equipment repairs
- Willingness to travel up to 80% of the time
- Previous experience from merchant, offshore, naval or maritime industry is a plus
- Previous experience with shipboard cranes, winches, hatch covers, steering gears and/or RoRo is a bonus
- Basic computer literacy will be considered an advantage
- Fluent in both written and spoken English
WHY MACGREGOR?
Our people are behind every success. People create the technology and product lifecycle solutions that make us great, our people are the ones who innovate, and people drive our business forward. With us you will be part of an international collaborative working culture with challenges and opportunities to further develop yourself professionally.
Values guide our daily decisions:
- Customer Success: Our customer's success is our success. We focus on partnership, transparency, and accountability to deliver lifetime value.
- Passion to Improve: Always moving forward. We foster a growth mindset, encourage curiosity, and the courage to challenge the status quo.
- Winning Together: No one makes the difference alone. We emphasise internal collaboration and mutual trust to ensure we win as "One MacGregor."
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Life insurance effective on your first day of employment
- Flexible Spending Account for medical expenses
- Company-paid Short & Long-Term Disability
- Company Paid Life Insurance Policy (Additional life insurance policies available for self, spouse and children)
- Company paid holidays, paid sick time & paid vacation time
- 401k Plan - company currently matches first 6% of employee contributions into the 401K plan, 401k Plan - new employees are eligible to participate in 401k Plan on the 1st day of the month following 30 days of employment - plan participants are 100% “vested” immediately upon enrolling into plan
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Do you have questions regarding the role? Please contact Gary Barrett, Workshop Foreman at gary.j.barrett@macgregor.com.
Kindly note that we will only review CVs and applications submitted in English through our recruitment portal. Unfortunately we do not consider CVs sent per email.
If you are ready to step into an exciting new role where you can make a significant impact and contribute to the success of MacGregor, apply today!
hydraulics #cranes #winches #hatchcovers #steeringgear #RoRo #naval #maritime #merchant #offshore
MacGregor USA Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. As a federal contractor, we also take Affirmative Action (AA) to employ and advance in employment individuals from underrepresented groups, including qualified minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact us at nicole.richardson@macgregor.com.
For more information, please review the “Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal” –poster prepared by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), which summarizes these laws and explains how employees or applicants can file a complaint if they believe that they have experienced discrimination.
MacGregor does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting agencies or firms. Please do not forward resumes to our job alias, company employees, or any other company location. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
INTRODUCTION
MacGregor is a global company that operates in 30 countries with 2000 employees. We provide sustainable cargo and load handling with a strong portfolio of products, services, and solutions to the maritime and offshore industries. Our solutions are found in over half of the world's merchant fleet.
We believe MacGregor is a great place to work and we are looking for innovators with an international mindset to join our team and help us create lifetime value for our customers.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you driven by problem solving? Do you thrive working with complex and large equipment? Look no further, MacGregor is looking to hire a Service Technician with Hydraulic competence.
We are seeking a hands-on expert to perform repair, maintenance and service on critical marine equipment. This includes MacGregor’s and third-party equipment such as shipboard cranes, winches, hatch covers, steering gears and RoRo equipment.
This is a position that requires that you travel to client sites, vessels or at shipyards worldwide. Our clients are primarily domestic but also spread across the globe, i.e. Europe, Brazil, Australia, Singapore, and beyond. Therefore, flexibility and a willingness to travel are essential.
Responsibilities
- Perform hydraulic maintenance and repairs on shipboard cranes, winches, hatch covers, steering gears and RoRo equipment
- Handle advanced equipment repairs and conduct breakdown analysis
- Document work schedules and completed work tasks accurately
- Manage the relevant documentation (ex. service reports, time sheets, travel expenses etc.)
- Ensure that all activities comply with the general job safety and other rules and requirements according to MacGregor standards
Reporting directly to Gary Joseph Barrett the Workshop Foreman. The position will be based in MacGregor’s office in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You have a background with a primary focus on hydraulic equipment. Knowledge and experience with shipboard cranes, winches, hatch covers, steering gears and/or RoRo equipment is a plus.
On a personal level, we are looking for an independent professional who has the confidence to make decisions under pressure. Effective communication, flexibility and openness to new information are the key to success in this role. The ideal candidate will enjoy hands-on work and thrive in a collaborative, multicultural environment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum 2 years of experience in hydraulic troubleshooting, maintenance and equipment repairs
- Willingness to travel up to 80% of the time
- Previous experience from merchant, offshore, naval or maritime industry is a plus
- Previous experience with shipboard cranes, winches, hatch covers, steering gears and/or RoRo is a bonus
- Basic computer literacy will be considered an advantage
- Fluent in both written and spoken English
WHY MACGREGOR?
Our people are behind every success. People create the technology and product lifecycle solutions that make us great, our people are the ones who innovate, and people drive our business forward. With us you will be part of an international collaborative working culture with challenges and opportunities to further develop yourself professionally.
Values guide our daily decisions:
- Customer Success: Our customer's success is our success. We focus on partnership, transparency, and accountability to deliver lifetime value.
- Passion to Improve: Always moving forward. We foster a growth mindset, encourage curiosity, and the courage to challenge the status quo.
- Winning Together: No one makes the difference alone. We emphasise internal collaboration and mutual trust to ensure we win as "One MacGregor."
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Life insurance effective on your first day of employment
- Flexible Spending Account for medical expenses
- Company-paid Short & Long-Term Disability
- Company Paid Life Insurance Policy (Additional life insurance policies available for self, spouse and children)
- Company paid holidays, paid sick time & paid vacation time
- 401k Plan - company currently matches first 6% of employee contributions into the 401K plan, 401k Plan - new employees are eligible to participate in 401k Plan on the 1st day of the month following 30 days of employment - plan participants are 100% “vested” immediately upon enrolling into plan
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Do you have questions regarding the role? Please contact Gary Barrett, Workshop Foreman at gary.j.barrett@macgregor.com.
Kindly note that we will only review CVs and applications submitted in English through our recruitment portal. Unfortunately we do not consider CVs sent per email.
If you are ready to step into an exciting new role where you can make a significant impact and contribute to the success of MacGregor, apply today!
hydraulics #cranes #winches #hatchcovers #steeringgear #RoRo #naval #maritime #merchant #offshore
MacGregor USA Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. As a federal contractor, we also take Affirmative Action (AA) to employ and advance in employment individuals from underrepresented groups, including qualified minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact us at nicole.richardson@macgregor.com.
For more information, please review the “Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal” –poster prepared by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), which summarizes these laws and explains how employees or applicants can file a complaint if they believe that they have experienced discrimination.
MacGregor does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting agencies or firms. Please do not forward resumes to our job alias, company employees, or any other company location. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Marine Engineer
Align your STCW credentials before applying
U.S. employers hiring foreign marine engineers for vessel operations often require STCW certification recognized by the U.S. Coast Guard. Get your credentials evaluated early, gaps here can delay an offer or complicate the specialty occupation argument in an LCA.
Target offshore and naval architecture employers directly
Offshore energy operators, shipyards, and naval architecture firms file LCAs far more consistently than general engineering staffing agencies. Search DOL OFLC disclosure data by job title to identify which employers have active H-1B filing history in marine engineering roles.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
Filter your job search to companies with confirmed LCA sponsorship history in marine engineering. Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified LCA filing records, searchable by role and location, so you're not applying blind to companies that don't sponsor.
Document your engineering degree field precisely
USCIS scrutinizes whether a marine engineer's degree directly relates to the offered role. A degree in naval architecture, ocean engineering, or mechanical engineering with a marine focus strengthens the specialty occupation case significantly more than a general engineering degree.
Ask your employer about wage level in the LCA
Marine engineering prevailing wages vary sharply between offshore platforms, shipyards, and shoreside roles. Before signing an offer, confirm your employer is filing the LCA at the correct wage level using the OFLC Wage Search, an underpaid LCA can trigger a USCIS request for evidence.
Clarify whether your role needs a PERM green card path
Some marine employers sponsor H-1B workers but don't offer PERM labor certification for a green card. If long-term U.S. residency matters to you, ask the employer directly before the offer stage, EB-2 and EB-3 paths both apply to marine engineers but require employer commitment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a marine engineer job qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes. Marine engineer roles that require a bachelor's degree or higher in naval architecture, ocean engineering, or a closely related field satisfy USCIS's specialty occupation definition. Roles that accept any engineering degree without a field-specific requirement can be harder to approve, so the job description and employer offer letter both need to reflect a direct degree-to-role relationship.
Do U.S. employers commonly sponsor marine engineers on work visas?
Sponsorship is most common among offshore energy operators, shipbuilders, naval architecture firms, and government contractors working on defense or maritime infrastructure projects. Smaller marine consulting firms sometimes sponsor but less consistently. Searching employers by their DOL LCA filing history through Migrate Mate narrows your list to companies with a real track record of sponsoring this role.
Does a foreign marine engineer need U.S. Coast Guard credentials to get sponsored?
It depends on the role. Shoreside engineering, design, and project management positions typically don't require Coast Guard credentials. Roles involving vessel operations, chief engineer duties, or working aboard U.S.-flagged ships usually do. Employers filing an LCA for a vessel-based role may require STCW certification and a valid Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential before making an offer.
What visa types are available for international marine engineers working in the U.S.?
The H-1B is the most common path for marine engineers with a qualifying bachelor's degree, subject to the annual cap and lottery. Australian nationals can apply for the E-3 visa, which has no lottery and is renewable indefinitely. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify under the TN visa if the role fits the USMCA engineer category. EB-2 and EB-3 green card paths are available for longer-term sponsorship.
Is a three-year engineering degree from a foreign university accepted for H-1B sponsorship as a marine engineer?
USCIS evaluates foreign degrees through credential evaluation. A three-year bachelor's degree is sometimes accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree, but it's not automatic. A credential evaluation from a recognized organization that finds the degree equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's in a relevant engineering field strengthens the petition. Some employers require a credential evaluation report before filing the LCA.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Marine Engineer jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.