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MBARI staff are driven by a curiosity to learn more about the ocean and a passion to protect its future.
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Get an insider's look at our team's work.
Launching the next generation of ocean explorers.
Learn how some of our staff navigated to a career at MBARI.
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Integrate MBARI data with lesson plans and workshops.
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Explore deep-sea observations with this interactive guide.
Learn about the MLML/MBARI Research Library.
Access more educational resources from the teams at MBARI.
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AB Engine/QMED Engineer, R/V David Packard
AB Engine/QMED Engineer, R/V David Packard
MBARI is seeking candidates for an AB Engine/QMED Oiler (RFPEW) aboard the state-of-the-art US Flag research vessel David Packard. This is a 1 year full time position with the possibility of an extension.
MBARI works to create and globally scale the research and technology required to explore, map, and understand our changing ocean. Access to the ocean via research vessels is vital to accomplishing this mission. You'll work with crew members, scientists, and technical staff to build and maintain a collaborative and inclusive environment to achieve mission goals.
As AB Engine/QMED Oiler (RFPEW) you will have a meaningful role in assisting in the operation and monitoring of the power plant, maintenance routines and safety strategies on the new vessel. MBARI encourages autonomy in problem solving and wants employees to be creative about finding solutions to problems.
David Packard is a Coast Guard inspected, DNV Classed 1A, STCW, SOLAS and ISM regulated vessel. The ship is equipped with a DC grid variable speed diesel-electric power plant, PEMS, two electric primary propulsion azimuth thrusters of 530kw each, a drop-down electric azimuth bow thruster 300kw, and electric and hydraulic overboard handling systems. The use of these advanced systems, automation, and sophisticated handling equipment will be required. We rely on our engineers to lead in maintaining vessel plant operations to the highest standards.
The ship supports 5-10 day multi-disciplinary science missions (longer trips are possible). In an average year, the vessel supports about 18-20 science missions per year. Operations consist primarily of supporting remote and autonomous vehicles including a 4000m work class ROV, AUVs and wave gliders. Moorings, CTDs and other science sampling operations are common.
Shipboard living conditions: Two-person cabins meet MLC standards. Personnel have access to satellite internet with bandwidth restrictions (no streaming, some sites blocked). The ship offers a small gym and good coffee. The usual underway schedule is 12 hours/day (two 4-hour watches and 4 hours of daywork), in port schedule is typically 8-hour days.
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Job Code: RFPEW, Packard
Prospective applicants should send a current resume, MMC, TWIC, and Med Cert to jobs@mbari.org, or by mail to the address below.
MBARI
Jessica Chapman
Job Code: RFPEW, Packard
7700 Sandholdt Road
Moss Landing, CA 95039
Salary range:
$31.00- $35.00/ hour
NOTE: This is a full-time position and does not offer a rotation. Leave is granted on an ad-hoc basis, and the position is backfilled from a relief pool.
MBARI offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, 403B retirement plan, and paid time off, such as vacation, holiday, and sick leave.
MBARI is a non-profit, private oceanographic research institute, and an equal opportunity employer. MBARI considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, disability, covered veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local laws.
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7700 Sandholdt Road, Moss Landing, California 95039
2026 MBARI
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| Location | CA |
| Salary | $31–$35 Per Hour |
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