Below deck, you are the driving force of our vessels. In the engine room, you ensure reliability, safety and efficiency through technical expertise and precision. Working with advanced systems, you keep operations running smoothly and help shape a more sustainable future for shipping. If you're interested in one of our positions please navigate to the "Apply & Grow" section to check whether it is open for application.
Job opportunities
- Lead engine department operations on modern container vessels with dual-fuel technology
- Oversee advanced propulsion systems across diverse international routes
- Manage multicultural engineering teams with focus on safety and operational excellence
- Drive sustainability initiatives through innovative technical solutions
- Mentor junior engineers and develop the next generation of technical leaders
- Ensure technical compliance and optimize vessel efficiency for environmental responsibility
Must-Have:
- STCW 95 certificates and valid Chief Engineer Certificate of Competency
- Extensive sea-going experience in rank
- Proven safety record and technical expertise
- Strong leadership and communication skills for international engineering team management
- Experience with modern marine propulsion systems and environmental technologies
Nice-to-Have:
- Experience with dual-fuel or environmentally advanced vessel technology
- Additional technical certifications
- Multilingual communication abilities
Unlimited employment contracts for long-term career security
- Payment according to HTV-See (German seaman's wage agreement) with full German social security contributions
- Work and leave schedules per MTV-See (German seamen's industry-wide employment agreement) ensuring fair working conditions
- 1:1 rotation schedule with 70% protected vacation time
- 13th month salary for additional financial security
- QBI and performance bonus rewarding your contribution to our success
- MYPENSION concept – innovative retirement planning with employer contributions and guaranteed benefits
- Accident insurance
- Complete uniform and working clothes provision
- Gaining experience with cutting-edge dual-fuel technology
Every exploration, a chance to grow:
- Comprehensive training programs with voluntary development opportunities
- International collaboration across our global fleet
- Complete training cost coverage for all our professional development programs
Every port, a place to belong:
- Family travel opportunities on board
- Bike leasing
- Serve as Second Engineer on modern container vessels with dual-fuel technology
- Support advanced propulsion systems across diverse international routes
- Assist in engineering operations while preparing for Chief Engineer advancement
- Contribute to sustainability initiatives through innovative technical solutions
- Mentor junior engineers and help develop technical crew members
- Take on comprehensive responsibilities that prepare you for senior engineering positions
Must-Have:
- STCW 95 certificates and valid Second Engineer Certificate of Competency
- Proven sea-going experience in rank
- Strong safety record and technical knowledge
- Good leadership and communication skills for international engineering team management
- Experience with modern marine propulsion systems
Nice-to-Have:
- Experience with dual-fuel or environmentally advanced vessel technology
- Additional technical certifications
- Multilingual communication abilitie
Unlimited employment contracts for long-term career security
- Payment according to HTV-See (German seaman's wage agreement) with full German social security contributions
- Work and leave schedules per MTV-See (German seamen's industry-wide employment agreement) ensuring fair working conditions
- 1:1 rotation schedule with 70% protected vacation time
- QBI and performance bonus rewarding your contribution to our success
- MYPENSION concept – innovative retirement planning with employer contributions and guaranteed benefits
- Accident insurance
- Complete uniform and working clothes provision
- Gaining experience with cutting-edge dual-fuel technology
Every exploration, a chance to grow:
- Comprehensive training programs with voluntary development opportunities
- International collaboration across our global fleet
- Complete training cost coverage for all our professional development programs
Every port, a place to belong:
- Family travel opportunities on board
- Bike leasing
- Open for application
- Ready to navigate your maritime career where every move serves our shared horizon with purpose? Join a fleet where every exploration creates belonging and opportunities await at every destination.
- Contact: Download Application Form and send to: [email protected]
- Fair winds and purposeful seas await – Your maritime future starts here.
- Maintain electronic and communication systems on modern container vessels with dual-fuel technology
- Support advanced navigation and automation systems across diverse international routes
- Manage vessel IT infrastructure and communication equipment with focus on operational safety
- Contribute to digitalization initiatives supporting our technological advancement
- Collaborate with engineering and deck departments through cross-functional technical expertise
- Ensure compliance with electronic equipment regulations and safety standards
Must-Have:
- STCW 95 certificates and valid Electronic Technical Officer Certificate of Competency
- Proven sea-going experience with electronic and communication systems
- Strong technical knowledge in marine electronics, automation, and communication systems
- Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills for collaboration with international technical teams
Nice-to-Have:
- Experience with modern vessel automation and environmental monitoring systems Additional technical certifications in electronics or IT
- Multilingual communication abilities
Every move, a purpose to drive it:
- Unlimited employment contracts for long-term career security
- Payment according to HTV-See (German seaman's wage agreement) with full German social security contributions
- Work and leave schedules per MTV-See (German seamen's industry-wide employment agreement) ensuring fair working conditions
- 1:1 rotation schedule with 70% protected vacation time
- QBI and performance bonus rewarding your contribution to our success
- MYPENSION concept – innovative retirement planning with employer contributions and guaranteed benefits
- Accident insurance
- Complete uniform and working clothes provision
- Gaining experience with cutting-edge dual-fuel technology
Every exploration, a chance to grow:
- Comprehensive training programs with voluntary development opportunities
- International collaboration across our global fleet
- Complete training cost coverage for all our professional development programs
Every port, a place to belong:
- Family travel opportunities on board
- Bike leasing
- Currently not open for application
- Stand engineering watches on modern container vessels with dual-fuel technology
- Support advanced propulsion systems across diverse international routes while building your foundation
- Assist in engine room operations with focus on safety standards and operational excellence
- Learn sustainability technologies contributing to our environmental stewardship
- Develop technical leadership skills through engineering team interaction
- Build expertise in container vessel technical operations with advancement opportunities toward Second Engineer level
Must-Have:
- STCW 95 certificates and valid Engineer Officer of the Watch Certificate of Competency
- Strong commitment to safety and technical excellence
- Good communication skills and willingness to learn
- We especially welcome graduates from our maritime training programs
Nice-to-Have:
- Initial experience with modern marine propulsion systems Additional technical certifications
- Multilingual communication abilities
Every move, a purpose to drive it:
- Unlimited employment contracts for long-term career security
- Payment according to HTV-See (German seaman's wage agreement) with full German social security contributions
- Work and leave schedules per MTV-See (German seamen's industry-wide employment agreement) ensuring fair working conditions
- 1:1 rotation schedule with 70% protected vacation time
- QBI and performance bonus rewarding your contribution to our success
- MYPENSION concept – innovative retirement planning with employer contributions and guaranteed benefits
- Accident insurance
- Complete uniform and working clothes provision
- Gaining experience with cutting-edge dual-fuel technology
Every exploration, a chance to grow:
- Comprehensive training programs with voluntary development opportunities
- International collaboration across our global fleet
- Complete training cost coverage for all our professional development programs
Every port, a place to belong:
- Family travel opportunities on board
- Bike leasing
- Open for application
- Ready to navigate your maritime career where every move serves our shared horizon with purpose? Join a fleet where every exploration creates belonging and opportunities await at every destination.
- Contact: Download Application Form and send to: [email protected]
- Fair winds and purposeful seas await – Your maritime future starts here.
For further questions concerning nautical vacancies please contact Laura Funk (+49 40 3001-3432) and for technical vacancies Svea Stawars (+49 40 3001-2824).
Marine Human Resources
- +49 40 3001-0
- [email protected]
Application form
Please download the application form and send it to the e-mail address below.
Vacancies
For current open positions, please look at our Vacancies: Deck & Engine
Here’s everything you need to apply for land- and sea-based roles at Hapag-Lloyd. Explore our open positions, submit the right documents with confidence, and get ready for what comes next – so you know exactly what to expect throughout the interview process.