Ship Engineer Career

Job Description: Supervise and coordinate activities of crew engaged in operating and maintaining engines, boilers, deck machinery, and electrical, sanitary, and refrigeration equipment aboard ship.


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Ship Engineer Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$100,550

Median Hourly Wage

$48.34*

Total Employed Nationally

8,860


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2023 wage data and 2022-2032 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2022-2032). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.