Marine Engineering Cover Letters

Sample 1

Dear Sir,

I am an experienced Marine Propulsion Engineer with two

years experience in mechanical engineering design and
operation of marine vessels. Since graduating from the
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology,
I have worked with the Linkys Offshore Port as a Marine
Propulsion Engineer. Most of my experience at Linkys
was in the area of watercraft propulsion design, power
machinery and on-board systems.
I possess impeccable analytical and computer skills with
advanced knowledge in mathematical modelling, design
and electronics.
My attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills
ensure that every project I work on is done accurately and
to the highest possible standard. My verbal
communication skills and positive attitude make me an
effective communicator with all clients I work with.
I look forward to the opportunity of discussing my
application with you further and how I can significantly
contribute to the ongoing success of your company.

Yours sincerely,
[sign here]
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Sample 2

Dear Sir,

As a highly skilled and competent marine engineer who

specializes in........................., I am submitting the
enclosed resume for your review in response to your
posting. My knowledge and expertise positions are
valuable for the success of your company
With more than 10 years of excellent experience aboard
Tanker ships ,I am prepared to put my background, skills,
and qualifications to work for you. I invite you to consider
the following highlights of my accomplishments:
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2.....................................................
3...................................................
4.............................................
 I look forward to discussing my qualifications with you
further. Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,
[sign here]

SAMPLE 3
Dear Sir,
As a highly skilled Marine Engineer, I read your posting
for a ..........with interest. My experience aligns well with
the qualifications you are seeking at ............., in particular
my role as Marine Engineer with ............., and I am
certain I would make a valuable addition to your
company.
With more than 11 years’ experience as a Marine
Engineer, I am adept in equipment maintenance,
procurement, and new installations. Moreover, while my
on-the-job experience has afforded me a well-rounded
skill set, including first-rate planning and problem solving
abilities, I excel at:

• Maintaining a wide range of marine systems.

• Overseeing preventative maintenance and on-board
repairs.
• Addressingfailuresduringoperation.
• Keeping safety standards high and training crew
members.

In addition to my experience and personal qualities, I have

a solid educational foundation and a passion for marine
engineering. ...............................
Please review my attached resume for additional details
regarding my expertise and career achievements. I will
follow up to request an appointment to discuss how my
experience and background meets your needs.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
[sign here]

Sample 4
Dear Ms. Smith,

This is to express my interest in marine engineer position

advertised on June 13, 2014; My resume is enclosed for
your review. Given my closely experience and excellent
capabilities I would appreciate your consideration for this
job. My work experience and duties are an ideal match for
this position and cover all job requirements.
Your Requirements:
Expert marine engineer with at least 2 years of
experience, excellent covers all position duties.

My Matching Experience:
For 3 years I worked as marine engineer; My
responsibilities were to:

-Design and oversee testing, installation, and repair

of marine apparatus equipment

-Prepare plans, estimates, design construction

schedules, and contract specifications, including
any special provisions

-Investigate and observe tests on machinery

equipment for compliance with standards

-Coordinate activities with regulatory bodies to

make sure repairs alterations are at minimum cost,
consistent with safety

-Conduct environmental, operational, or

performance tests on marine machinery equipment

-Prepare technical reports for use by engineering,

management, or sales personnel
-Maintain contact with, and formulate reports for,
contractors clients to make sure completion of work
at minimum cost

-Evaluate operation of marine equipment during

acceptance testing shakedown cruises

-Analyze data to define feasibility of product

proposals

-Determine conditions under which tests are to be

conducted, and sequences phases of test operations

-Procure materials needed to repair marine

equipment machinery

-Confer with research personnel to clarify or

resolve problems to develop or modify designs

-Review work requests compare them with previous

work completed on ships to make sure that costs are
economically sound

-Act as liaisons between ships captains and shore

personnel to make sure that schedules and budgets
are maintained, and that ships are operated safely
efficiently
 -Perform monitoring activities to make sure that
ships comply with international regulations and
standards for life saving equipment pollution
preventatives

-Check, test, and maintain automatic controls alarm

systems

-Supervise other engineers and crewmembers and

train them for routine emergency duties

-Maintain and coordinate repair of marine

machinery equipment for installation on vessels

-Maintain records of engineering department

activities, including expense records and details of
equipment maintenance repairs

-Schedule machine overhauls the servicing of

electrical, heating, ventilation, refrigeration, water,
and sewage systems

I appreciate your time taken to review my credentials and

experience.

I look forward to being interviewed at your earliest

convenience. Lot of thanks for your consideration and
care.
Sincerely,
[sign here]