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Marine Engineer

Also known as: Ship Engineer, Chief Engineer, Vessel Engineer, Marine Systems Engineer

AI Impact Score

30/100

AI-powered predictive maintenance, remote vessel monitoring, and automated engine room systems are changing how marine engineers work, but the hands-on machinery expertise, engineering judgement during equipment failures, and safety oversight required at sea remain firmly human responsibilities under STCW and SOLAS regulations.

$65k – $148k

Salary Range

stable

Growth Outlook

8,500

Total Jobs (US)

+5%

Growth Rate

Task Breakdown

Tasks at Risk (3)

Manual engine room log entryRoutine machinery parameter monitoringStandard planned maintenance scheduling

AI-Enhanced Tasks (4)

Predictive maintenance via condition monitoring systemsAI-assisted fault diagnosis for complex systemsRemote monitoring and shore-side engineering supportFuel optimisation and voyage efficiency analytics

Human-Safe Tasks (5)

Emergency machinery failure diagnosis and repair at seaClass and flag state inspection managementCrew training and competency developmentEnvironmental compliance for MARPOL dischargesMachinery procurement and major repair oversight

Current Skills

Marine Diesel and Steam SystemsSTCW Engineer Officer CertificationPlanned Maintenance SystemsMARPOL Environmental ComplianceEmergency Damage Control

Future-Proof Skills

Condition Monitoring and Predictive MaintenanceAlternative Fuel Systems (LNG, Methanol)Ship Energy Efficiency Management (SEEMP)Remote Vessel MonitoringAutonomous Ship Systems (MASS)