Ship Engineer

Code: 53-5031.00

Also known as: Assistant Engineer, Barge Engineer, Chief Engineer, Engineer, Ferry Engineer, Harbor Engineer, Port Engineer, Towboat Engineer, Tug Boat Engineer, Tugboat Engineer

Description: Most large-scale ships utilize several mechanical and electrical technologies to stay operational. Ship Engineers manage and maintain systems, ranging from boilers and engines to sanitary and refrigeration equipment.Ship Engineers typically have a Bachelor's degree in marine engineering technology, naval architecture, marine engineering or a related field. Those with practical experience, earned through cooperative education programs, will be the most competitive.

Ship Engineer

Typical wages


10% $43,440
25% $55,700
Median $75,990
75% $99,830
90% $131,570
10% $20.88
25% $26.78
Median $36.53
75% $47.99
90% $63.25

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
8,700
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
8,700
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 1,000