Marine Engineers
Design, develop, and take responsibility for the installation of ship machinery and related equipment including propulsion machines and power supply systems.
Education & Training
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Prior Experience Needed
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Training Provided After Hiring
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How AI Impacts Each Task
23 tasks analyzed
Supervise other engineers and crew members and train them for routine and emergency duties.
Perform monitoring activities to ensure that ships comply with international regulations and standards for life-saving equipment and pollution preventatives.
Prepare plans, estimates, design and construction schedules, and contract specifications, including any special provisions.
Check, test, and maintain automatic controls and alarm systems.
Evaluate operation of marine equipment during acceptance testing and shakedown cruises.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supervise other engineers and crew members and train them for routine and emergency duties. | 10 | 19.0% | 5% |
| Perform monitoring activities to ensure that ships comply with international regulations and standards for life-saving equipment and pollution preventatives. | 75 | 79.2% | 4% |
| Prepare plans, estimates, design and construction schedules, and contract specifications, including any special provisions. | 70 | 55.0% | 7% |
| Check, test, and maintain automatic controls and alarm systems. | 10 | 13.0% | 4% |
| Evaluate operation of marine equipment during acceptance testing and shakedown cruises. | 45 | 45.0% | 4% |
Essential Soft Skills
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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
Wage Distribution
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