Marine Architects
Design and oversee construction and repair of marine craft and floating structures such as ships, barges, tugs, dredges, submarines, torpedoes, floats, and buoys. May confer with marine engineers.
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8 tasks analyzed
Conduct stability analyses of ships.
Design complete hull and superstructure according to specifications and test data, in conformity with standards of safety, efficiency, and economy.
Study design proposals and specifications to establish basic characteristics of craft, such as size, weight, speed, propulsion, displacement, and draft.
Oversee construction and testing of prototype in model basin and develop sectional and waterline curves of hull to establish center of gravity, ideal hull form, and buoyancy and stability data.
Evaluate performance of craft during dock and sea trials to determine design changes and conformance with national and international standards.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conduct stability analyses of ships. | 60 | 51.0% | 20% |
| Design complete hull and superstructure according to specifications and test data, in conformity with standards of safety, efficiency, and economy. | 60 | 51.0% | 20% |
| Study design proposals and specifications to establish basic characteristics of craft, such as size, weight, speed, propulsion, displacement, and draft. | 65 | 53.0% | 15% |
| Oversee construction and testing of prototype in model basin and develop sectional and waterline curves of hull to establish center of gravity, ideal hull form, and buoyancy and stability data. | 45 | 45.0% | 10% |
| Evaluate performance of craft during dock and sea trials to determine design changes and conformance with national and international standards. | 40 | 43.0% | 10% |
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Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$105,670
per year
Mean Wage
$116,680
per year
Employment
8K
workers
Wage Range
$79,700 - $167,660
10th - 90th pct
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