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Service Engineer - Ballast Water Treatment Systems

Posted March 25, 2026
fulltime_permanent mid_level

Job Overview

A Service Engineer (BWTS) is responsible for the field service, inspection, testing, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of ballast water treatment systems on seagoing vessels. The role involves working on-site to ensure compliance with international regulations, such as IMO and USCG requirements.

This position is ideal for candidates passionate about maritime environmental compliance, with hands-on engineering expertise and a problem-solving mindset.

Reporting to: Technical Manager

What you'll do:

  • Perform scheduled and preventive maintenance of BWTS components, including filtration units, UV reactors, electrolysis systems, and control panels.

  • Check and ensure that the equipment and system operate within the IMO, USCG, regulatory requirements, and relevant standards.

  • Test and validate systems and suggest improvements

  • Calibrate instruments to maintain accuracy and reliability.

  • Identify and resolve system malfunctions (troubleshooting),

  • Do repairs and adjustments, replace defective parts, and conduct system upgrades when necessary.

  • Provide remote and on-site technical support to vessel crews and ship operators.

  • Maintain detailed records of work performed, parts used, and customer interactions.

  • Work with project management and technical specialists to plan and do jobs

  • Stay safe at all times

  • Perform other job-related tasks as assigned

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