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Hornblower

QMED - Seaward Services - TSVRON

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$35.90/hr

City Ferry, part of Hornblower Group's Ferry and Transportation Division, is the largest private ... the Chief Engineer and licensed engineering officers. The QMED stands engineering watches as ...

State of Washington

DSHS FTAA Chief Engineer

Olympia, WA · On-site

$72K - $98K/yr

Description We need your leadership skills to perform skilled engineering and repair work related ... The boat/ferry trip is approximately 20 minutes each way. SCC employees receive an additional $10 ...

State of Washington

DSHS FTAA Chief Engineer

Olympia, WA · On-site

$72K - $98K/yr

... engineering and repair work related to boiler operations at our (SCC) on McNeil Island in the ... The boat/ferry trip is approximately 20 minutes each way. SCC employees receive an additional $10 ...

Hornblower Corp

City Ferry, part of Hornblower Group's Ferry and Transportation Division, is the largest private ... the Chief Engineer. * Stands engine room watch while vessel is underway or as and when deemed ...

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MAP Engineer

Mobile, AL · On-site

Represent the Chief Engineering and the design offices of AIRBUS (by delegation) as well as design ... up to the aircraft ferry flight in all relevant engineering items including engineering ...

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MAP Design Engineer III A220

Mobile, AL

Represents the Single Aisle Chief Engineer/Design Office and acts as interface between the design ... to the ferry flight in all Aircraft related items including the presentation in front of the ...

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Airframe Structural Liaison Engineer

Mobile, AL · On-site

Representing and acting on behalf of the Chief Engineering and the design offices of AIRBUS (by ... ferry flight in all structure related items including engineering presentations in front of the ...

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MAP Engineer II A220

Mobile, AL · On-site

Represents the Single Aisle Chief Engineer/Design Office and acts as interface between the design ... to the ferry flight in all Aircraft related items including the presentation in front of the ...

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MRB Engineer II A220

Mobile, AL · On-site

Represents the Single Aisle Chief Engineer/Design Office and acts as interface between the design ... to the ferry flight in all Aircraft related items including the presentation in front of the ...

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How much do ferry chief engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for ferry chief engineer in the United States is $92,945.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,000.00 and $120,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Ferry Chief Engineer vs Marine Engineer?

AspectFerry Chief EngineerMarine Engineer
CredentialsMarine Engineering License, STCW certificationMarine Engineering License, STCW certification
Work EnvironmentFerry vessels, passenger and cargo shipsVarious ships including cargo, tankers, and passenger vessels
Employer & IndustryFerry operators, maritime transportationShipping companies, maritime industry

The Ferry Chief Engineer and Marine Engineer both require similar certifications and work in maritime environments. The Ferry Chief Engineer specifically oversees engineering operations on ferries, focusing on passenger safety and vessel maintenance. Marine Engineers work across a broader range of ships, handling engine systems and technical operations. While their roles overlap, the Ferry Chief Engineer specializes in ferry vessels within passenger transportation, whereas Marine Engineers have a wider scope across different vessel types.

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Infographic showing various Ferry Chief Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 89% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,945 per year, or $44.7 per hour.

Qualified Member of the Engine Department - QMED

San Francisco, CA • On-site

Hornblower
Travel Arrangement Services • 10K+ employees
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$36 - $40/hr

Full-time

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5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

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Job description

Hornblower Group is a global leader in experience and transportation. Spanning a 100-year history, Hornblower Group's portfolio of international offerings includes water- and land-based experiences and ferry and transportation services. City Experiences, Hornblower Group's premier experience division, offers dining and sightseeing cruises and walking and food tours through the City Cruises, Walks, and Devour brands. City Ferry, part of Hornblower Group's Ferry and Transportation Division, is the largest private operator of high-speed passenger and vehicle ferries in the United States, carrying more than 10 million passengers annually and operating services including NYC Ferry, Puerto Rico Ferry, and other regional ferry systemsHornblower Group's subsidiaries include Hornblower Marine, which provides vessel outhaul and maintenance services at Bridgeport Boatworks in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and Seaward Services, Inc., a full-service shipping, waterfront logistics and management company that specializes in the operation and maintenance of government and commercial vessels. Additionally, Anchor Operating System, LLC, a Hornblower Group subsidiary and independent entity, provides reservation, ticketing and website integration services for clients in the transportation, tourism and entertainment industries. Today, Hornblower Group's global portfolio covers over 10 countries, over 50 U.S. cities and serves more than 20 million guests annually. Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, Hornblower Group's additional corporate offices reside in San Francisco, California; Boston, Massachusetts; Chicago, Illinois; London, United Kingdom; New York, New York; Dublin, Ireland; and across Ontario, Canada. For more information, visit hornblowercorp.com.
Position Summary:
The Qualified Member of the Engineering Department (QMED) holds an MMD with an appropriate QMED or Assistant Engineer's rating. You will work directly with the Chief Engineer.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Start, monitor and maintain all machinery
  • Assist Chief Engineer in all aspects
  • Handle mooring lines
  • Participate in Safety and Security drills and all as required on WQSB
  • Enforce crew and passenger safety
  • Stand engine watches as required
  • Be trained in use of fixed fire suppression systems
  • QMED is assigned an IBA
  • "Security Officer" training
  • Fill and pump fluids as needed.
  • Switch from Shore Power to Generator and back
  • Assist other departments as requested
  • Know procedures and plans for fueling and spill prevention
  • Additional job duties assigned

Requirements & Qualifications:
  • TSA TWIC
  • First Aid/CPR
  • USCG MMD with QMED rating
  • USCG Assistant Engineer's License with appropriate horsepower and route ratings desired
  • Additional ratings recommended; Lifeboat, Firefighting, STCW
  • High School or equivalency
  • Two years qualified engine room experience

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The RESPECT Service System embodies our mission, vision, values and operating principles. By creating a company culture that puts RESPECT at its core, we believe it will drive us to achieve our goal of becoming a Global Experiences and Transportation Leader.
EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Hornblower is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and prohibit discrimination and/or harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military status, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additionally, as a federal, state, and local contractor, Hornblower complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals, where and as they apply. The company also participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.

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