WHO WE ARE
Lindblad Expeditions is a true pioneer in Expedition Travel. From taking the first citizen explorers to Antarctica in 1966, opening the Galapagos and Easter Island to tourism in 1967, leading the first tourist expedition through the Northwest Passage in 1984, and launching our innovative partnership with National Geographic in 2004, we're now taking almost 30,000 guests a year to some of the world’s most remote and pristine locations on our fleet of 20 ships, and are committed to ensuring our guests experience the “Exhilaration of Discovery”.
Job Summary
The Electrical Superintendent is responsible for the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of electrical and electronic systems across assigned vessels. This role serves as the primary shore-side technical lead for shipboard electrical matters, supporting maintenance, troubleshooting, drydock planning, projects, compliance, and system reliability across the fleet.
Essential Duties
- Provide technical support to shipboard engineering teams for electrical system operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and reliability.
- Serve as the primary shore-side escalation point for complex electrical, automation, navigation, communication, and related system issues.
- Plan and oversee electrical maintenance, drydock work, repairs, and upgrade projects.
- Ensure compliance with Class, Flag State, SOLAS, USCG, and company SMS requirements.
- Maintain technical records, support audits and investigations, and provide periodic reporting on vessel condition and key risks.
- Support purchasing, budgeting, vendor coordination, and project execution for assigned vessels.
- Conduct vessel visits to assess system condition, support troubleshooting, and identify improvement opportunities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent maritime technical qualification preferred.
- Chief Electrical Officer certification or equivalent experience strongly preferred.
- Experience supporting electrical systems in passenger vessel or comparable maritime environments.
- Strong knowledge of marine electrical systems, safety practices, planned maintenance systems, and technical documentation.
- Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Strong knowledge of marine electrical systems, regulations, and safety practices.
- Experience with planned maintenance systems and technical documentation.
- Ability to read technical drawings, manuals, and specifications.
- Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Additional Requirements
- Ability to travel internationally up to 25%.
- Ability to work onboard vessels, climb ladders, and occasionally work outside normal business hours.
- Strong preference to candidates based in the Seattle area; this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days/week in our Seattle-based office.
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills; basic Spanish proficiency would be an asset.
Physical Demands
- Regular standing, walking, climbing, and movement onboard vessels and in office environments.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds regularly and occasionally more.
OUR BENEFITS
• Travel benefits for employees and their family
• Voyage of Discovery trips for employees to travel as guests
• Health insurance including Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Long-Term Disability, Life & AD&D Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to be used for out-of-pocket medical and dependent care
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefit
• 7-8 Paid Holidays
• 2-3 Floating Holiday Options (pro-rated per start date)
• Up to 15 days of vacation (pro-rated per anniversary year)
• Parental Leave
• Sick/personal days per city & state ordinance
• Pet Insurance discount
Communication Skills
Using the English language, this person must have the ability to read, write, and comprehend policies, legal guidelines, correspondence, and memos. Must also possess the ability to effectively communicate--both in writing and orally--with a professional demeanor.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear. The employee will also be required to write and type. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
COMPENSATION STATEMENT
Lindblad Expeditions determines the pay for positions using local, national, and industry-specific survey data. We evaluate external equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company. Our posted salary range is based on national data and may be refined for a candidate's region/town/cost of living.
For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. Salaries will be based on the applicant’s location, level of experience, education, and specialized knowledge and skills. An employee/candidate with a stronger skill set will receive higher pay.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT
At Lindblad Expeditions, we simply could not do our work without the diverse kaleidoscope of humanity that creates and delivers our remarkable offerings across the planet. As a Company that respects and celebrates the inherent diversity in the places we explore, we recognize the need to mirror that same diversity and all the interconnected perspectives within our organization. We are committed to building a community of different genders, races, ages, sexual orientations, chosen identities, and countries of origin where every person brings their whole self to work and whose skills, talents, and abilities are valued. We believe we can explore further and in a more meaningful way by actively creating a more diverse and inclusive organization where everyone feels they belong.
Lindblad Expeditions is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment at Lindblad Expeditions are considered without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, marital status, pregnancy, unemployment status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or veteran status.
