Marine Engineers

Grad Degree
Oregon, Wisconsin 53575 United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 09, 2026
  • Full Time
  • Federal Government
  • Summary

    What You Need to Know About Marine EngineerExample of Marine Engineer Job Design, develop, and take responsibility for the installation of ship machinery and related equipment including propulsion machines and power supply systems.Life As a Marine Engineer: What Do They Do?Check, test, and maintain automatic controls and alarm systems.Maintain contact with, and formulate reports for, contractors and clients to ensure completion of work at minimum cost.Maintain records of engineering department activities, including expense records and details of equipment maintenance and repairs.Investigate and observe tests on machinery and equipment for compliance with standards.Prepare technical reports for use by engineering, management, or sales personnel.Maintain and coordinate repair of marine machinery and equipment for installation on vessels.What Skills Do You Need to Work as a Marine Engineer?Below is a list of the skills most Marine Engineers say are important on the job.Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.Complex Problem Solving: Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.Judgment and Decision Making: Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.Types of Marine EngineerPropulsion Machinery Service EngineerStructural DesignerThere were about 8,200 jobs for Marine Engineer in 2016 (in the United States). New jobs are being produced at a rate of 12.2% which is above the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 1,000 new jobs for Marine Engineer by 2026. Due to new job openings and attrition, there will be an average of 600 job openings in this field each year.The states with the most job growth for Marine Engineer are Rhode Island, New Jersey, and Virginia . Watch out if you plan on working in Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, or Oregon . These states have the worst job growth for this type of profession.Do Marine Engineers Make A Lot Of Money?The average yearly salary of a Marine Engineer ranges between $65,090 and $148,950.Marine Engineers who work in California, District of Columbia, or Maryland , make the highest salaries.How much do Marine Engineers make in different U.S. states?Although they're not necessarily needed for all jobs, the following technologies are used by many Marine Engineers:Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft OfficeMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft AccessSAPMicrosoft ProjectAutodesk AutoCADThe MathWorks MATLABPTC Creo ParametricIBM Lotus 1-2-3ANSYS FLUENTMcNeel Rhino softwareSiemens PLM Software Solid EdgeMSC Software NastranSiemens PLM Software NXPTC Pro/Pipe#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Job Description

    What You Need to Know About Marine EngineerExample of Marine Engineer Job Design, develop, and take responsibility for the installation of ship machinery and related equipment including propulsion machines and power supply systems.Life As a Marine Engineer: What Do They Do?Check, test, and maintain automatic controls and alarm systems.Maintain contact with, and formulate reports for, contractors and clients to ensure completion of work at minimum cost.Maintain records of engineering department activities, including expense records and details of equipment maintenance and repairs.Investigate and observe tests on machinery and equipment for compliance with standards.Prepare technical reports for use by engineering, management, or sales personnel.Maintain and coordinate repair of marine machinery and equipment for installation on vessels.What Skills Do You Need to Work as a Marine Engineer?Below is a list of the skills most Marine Engineers say are important on the job.Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.Complex Problem Solving: Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.Judgment and Decision Making: Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.Types of Marine EngineerPropulsion Machinery Service EngineerStructural DesignerThere were about 8,200 jobs for Marine Engineer in 2016 (in the United States). New jobs are being produced at a rate of 12.2% which is above the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 1,000 new jobs for Marine Engineer by 2026. Due to new job openings and attrition, there will be an average of 600 job openings in this field each year.The states with the most job growth for Marine Engineer are Rhode Island, New Jersey, and Virginia . Watch out if you plan on working in Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, or Oregon . These states have the worst job growth for this type of profession.Do Marine Engineers Make A Lot Of Money?The average yearly salary of a Marine Engineer ranges between $65,090 and $148,950.Marine Engineers who work in California, District of Columbia, or Maryland , make the highest salaries.How much do Marine Engineers make in different U.S. states?Although they're not necessarily needed for all jobs, the following technologies are used by many Marine Engineers:Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft OfficeMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft AccessSAPMicrosoft ProjectAutodesk AutoCADThe MathWorks MATLABPTC Creo ParametricIBM Lotus 1-2-3ANSYS FLUENTMcNeel Rhino softwareSiemens PLM Software Solid EdgeMSC Software NastranSiemens PLM Software NXPTC Pro/Pipe#J-18808-Ljbffr

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