--- title: Journeyman Marine Propulsion Engineer description: AMERICAN SYSTEMS is hiring for the Journeyman Marine Propulsion Engineer role in Baltimore, MD. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/journeyman-marine-propulsion-engineer-at-american-systems-01a16d62-a9fe-7f9c-a3e5-7c7983caf578 date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join AMERICAN SYSTEMS as Journeyman Marine Propulsion Engineer in Baltimore, MD. Pays $90K–$100K per year. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/9yg2a4.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | AMERICAN SYSTEMS | | **Location** | Baltimore, MD | | **Salary** | $90K/yr - $100K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 23, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for AMERICAN SYSTEMS. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for AMERICAN SYSTEMS. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $95,000 – $140,000 a year (median $110,000). ## Description ## Overview AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking a **Journeyman Marine Propulsion Engineer** with **3 years of experience and BS in Engineer.** This position provides comprehensive lifecycle engineering support to the **USCG Surface Forces Logistics Center.** Be part of a team that focuses on upgrading and sustaining cutters and boats to ensure continued operational effectiveness, safety, and compliance with current and future mission requirements. ## Responsibilities As a **Journeyman Marine Propulsion Engineer** you will provide engineering and technical support for marine vessels, shipboard machinery, and associated mechanical systems. Responsibilities include design support, technical analysis, documentation development, and support for modernization initiatives. **Marine Propulsion and Machinery Systems** - Assist in the design, development, and evaluation of marine vessels, ship machinery, and related equipment, including propulsion systems and power generation systems - Support the U.S. Coast Guard in reviewing third-party design modifications and improvements to mechanical systems and components - Conduct analyses of propulsion systems and propulsion types in support of engineering and modernization efforts - Perform marine engineering analyses to support ship system performance, reliability, and mission effectiveness - Inspect equipment and systems to support engineering evaluations and technical assessments - Assist in research related to advanced engineering designs and applications **Technical Documentation and Design Support** - Perform design reviews, evaluate constructability, help resolve technical issues, and manage information generated through the design and construction phases - Lead development of technical data packages and support technical reviews - Conduct trade studies related to ship configuration and associated propulsion components - Create graphical representations of structures and systems - Prepare technical reports for internal use and engineering support purposes #LI-EW1 #MARENG ## Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field - 3+ years of experience in marine-specific engineering fields, including areas such as: * propulsion systems * power-generation systems * fluids * hydraulics - Proficiency in Python, Data bricks, Power Apps, MTU DiaSys - Experience supporting the design, development, and evaluation of marine propulsion and mechanical systems - Ability to perform engineering analyses, design reviews, and technical assessments - Experience reviewing or supporting modifications to shipboard mechanical systems and components - Ability to develop technical data packages and prepare engineering documentation - Experience conducting trade studies and supporting ship configuration evaluations - Ability to create graphical representations of engineering systems and structures - Experience with GE LM2500 or MTU engines/generators **Eligibility** - U.S. Citizenship is required for the purpose of obtaining and maintaining a U.S. security clearance **Clearance** - Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance - Active DoD security clearance at Secret or above highly desirable ## Pay Transparency Statement AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $90,000.00/Yr. - USD $100,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. 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