Job Description

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Position Summary:

Royal Caribbean Group are seeking a motivated Sustainability Engineer to act as our secondee at the Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping in Copenhagen for an initial period of 2 years This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to pioneering research and development projects aimed at reducing the maritime industry's carbon footprint The successful candidate will work closely with multidisciplinary teams industry stakeholders and academia to advance sustainable shipping solutions aligned with Royal Caribbean's sustainability goals Depending on project outcomes and candidate interests there may be opportunities for relocation to another Royal Caribbean location

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1 Technology Development

Contribute to feasibility development or pilot studies for emerging decarbonization technologies such as onboard emissions reduction systems alternative power sources and innovative ship designs
Manage multidisciplinary project workstreams from concept to impactful deliverables
Communicate complex technological insights effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Propose structured plans for collaborative projects including ideation feasibility assessments and implementation pathways
Support the integration of technological solutions into existing ship designs and maritime operations

2 Energy and Fuel Lifecycle Analysis

Assess and analyse the lifecycle certification standards and regulatory challenges related to alternative fuels (eg ammonia hydrogen biofuels)
Collaborate with fuel producers regulators and shipping companies to address bottlenecks in fuel supply chains and bunkering practices
Provide expert insights on fuel production processes chain of custody blending and compliance requirements
Contribute to the development of certification standards and contribute to policy discussions related to sustainable fuels

3 Transition Analytics and Insights

Develop enhance and utilize simulation and modelling tools to analyse energy transition scenarios for maritime shipping
Collaborate with the Transition Analytics and Insights (TAI) team to improve open-source analytical platforms such as NavigaTE
Translate complex data and modelling outputs into actionable insights for strategic decision-making
Support training and capacity-building efforts related to maritime energy transition modelling
Foster a collaborative environment by providing user feedback and supporting tool development

General responsibilities across all focus areas:

Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to drive innovation and sustainable solutions
Prepare reports presentations and technical papers for both internal and external audiences
Stay informed about industry trends regulatory developments and technological advancements in shipping decarbonization
Maintain a proactive approach to identify new opportunities and challenges within your focus area

Qualifications Knowledge and Skills

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Naval Architecture Marine Engineering Chemical Engineering Energy Systems Environmental Science or a related technical field
3-5 years of relevant professional experience in the maritime energy or technology sectors or comparable sustainability rolesDepending on focus area:
Experience with lifecycle analysisfuel certification standards and/or fuel supply chains Experience with energy transition modelling
Familiarity with maritime industry regulations engineering practice or decarbonization technologies
Proven track record in managing and delivering cross-disciplinary projects
Prior experience working in research environments industry R&D projects or consultancy is advantageous
Prior experience in the Maritime or adjacent sector experience is advantageous

Knowledge and Skills:

Strong understanding of maritime design shipping operations or energy systems relevant to decarbonization efforts
Ability to analyse complex data sets develop simulation models or assess lifecycle impacts of alternative fuels
Skilled in planning executing and monitoring multidisciplinary projects with attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; ability to tailor messages for technical and non-technical audiences
Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset; comfortable engaging with internal teams industry stakeholders and policymakers
Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively to diverse audiences
Proactive self-driven and capable of working independently as well as in team settings
Creative thinker with a can-do attitude capable of proposing and implementing innovative solutions
Familiarity with analytical and modelling tools (eg MATLAB Python R lifecycle assessment software) is a plus
Passionate about maritime or transport sector sustainability and the clean energy transition



We know there is a lot to consider As you go through the application process our recruiters will be glad to provide guidance and more relevant details to answer any additional questions Thank you again for your interest in Royal Caribbean Group We will hope to see you onboard soon!



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