Chief Engineer - 47m New Build - Private
$9,000
Key Skills
Job Description
Chief Engineer - 46m New Build Feadship Explorer Motor Yacht - Private
Start Date: Mid-September / Early October 2026
Location: Feadship Shipyard (Netherlands)
Flag: Marshall Islands
Contract: Full-time
Vessel: 46m Feadship Explorer | 425 GT | Delivery June 2027
Program: Private, expedition style
Itinerary: Year 1 will be in the Med. Year 2 between Med and Norther Europe and Year 3 with Greenland and NW passage.
We are seeking an experienced Chief Engineer to join a 46m Feadship explorer yacht currently under construction. Starting in mid-September 2026, you'll play a key role in the final stages of the build, working closely with the shipyard, project office, and onboard team through delivery in June 2027 and beyond.
This is a unique opportunity to help build the engineering department from the ground up and prepare the yacht for an exciting long-term expedition program. The vessel will operate as a private, family-oriented yacht with American owners who plan to cruise the Mediterranean before embarking on ambitious voyages through Northern Europe, Greenland, the Northwest Passage, and eventually the Americas.
The yacht features an advanced diesel-electric propulsion system with two Rolls-Royce azimuth pods, powered by three large generators, making this an excellent opportunity for an engineer interested in modern propulsion technology.
Requirements
- Minimum 3000 kW Chief Engineer license
- Previous experience on similar-sized yachts or new-build projects preferred
- Experience with diesel-electric propulsion systems is advantageous
- Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding abilities
- Hands-on, proactive team player with a positive attitude
- Comfortable working closely with the shipyard and project management team
- Excellent verifiable references
- Valid STCW and ENG1
- Fluent English (native or near-native preferred)
- Willing to undergo a criminal background check prior to employment
Package
- Salary: $7k/€6k until December 31st. From January 1st increasing to $9k/€8k.
- Leave:
- before deliver (June 2027): 30 days
- after delivery: 60 days
- 3:3 rotation starting Sept 1 2027
- Medical insurance provided by the vessel
- Accommodation during build phase (current): provided near the shipyard (private bedroom and bathroom + shared common areas with the Captain and Chief Stewardess).
- All accommodation expenses covered by the vessel
Core Responsibilities
The Chief Engineer will oversee the final stages of the yacht's construction at the shipyard and manage the engineering department upon delivery. They are responsible for maintaining the vessel's advanced diesel-electric propulsion system and preparing the yacht for long-term expedition voyages.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a minimum 3000 kW Chief Engineer license and possess strong troubleshooting skills. Previous experience with new-build projects and diesel-electric propulsion systems is highly preferred.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Accommodation provided
- Rotation schedule
About NauticALL
Industry: Maritime Transportation
Company size: 2-10 employees
NauticALL | Yacht Services NauticALL is an independent yacht services company dedicated to supporting yacht owners, captains, and crew with expert guidance, operational support, and personalized service. Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with team members based in Europe, NauticALL operates globally to provide seamless support wherever our clients’ yachting needs may take them. Our team combines years of shore-based management with real onboard experience as captains and crew. This unique perspective allows us to bring a practical and modern approach to yacht management, leveraging technology, clear processes, and hands-on maritime expertise to make operations smoother, safer, and more transparent. As a truly independent yacht services company, NauticALL does not engage in sales brokerage or retail activities. Our priority is always our clients, allowing us to provide honest, unbiased advice and deliver services with professionalism and integrity. Our services include: • Yacht Management • Yacht New Build & Refit • Yacht Crew Services • Advisory Services Our values guide everything we do: Experience & Innovation – combining shore-based expertise with real onboard experience to deliver practical and efficient solutions. Independence – providing objective advice focused solely on our clients’ best interests. Boutique-Style Service – limiting the number of yachts we manage to ensure personalized attention and direct access to senior management. Global Reach – operating internationally with headquarters in Florida and team members based in Europe. Our mission is to deliver the highest levels of expertise, responsiveness, and professionalism in yachting services, ensuring every owner, captain, and crew member enjoys the optimal yachting experience.