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ORBIS Inc

Engineer-Mid

Washington, DC · On-site

$146K/yr

* SEA 21, NAVSEA's Director of Surface Ship Maintenance, Modernization, and Sustainment is seeking ... Employment Type: Full time

Maersk

Conversion - WMS Engineer

Santa Fe Springs, CA · On-site +1

$129K/yr

Our facilities are capable of receiving, storing, processing and dispatching cargo, so we can build flexibility and resilience into the supply chain process. Our integrated solutions allow us to be ...

Maersk

Conversion - WMS Engineer

Santa Fe Springs, CA · On-site

$129K/yr

Our facilities are capable of receiving, storing, processing and dispatching cargo, so we can build flexibility and resilience into the supply chain process.Our integrated solutions allow us to be ...

Royal Caribbean Group

Ship Manager

Miami, FL · On-site

... for a full time Ship Manager reporting to the Director, Fleet Technical. This is a land-based ... Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field from an accredited college or university or the ...

ManTech International

Electrical Engineer

$70K - $117K/yr

... Full time Description & Requirements Shape the future of defense with MANTECH! Join a team ... Expeditionary Fast Transport Vessels (T-EPF), Hospital Ships (T-AH), Dry Cargo/Ammunition Ships (T ...

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How much do engineers on cargo ships make?

Cargo ship engineers, also known as marine engineers or engine officers, typically earn between $3,000 and $10,000 per month depending on experience, rank, and the shipping company. Entry-level engineers may start at lower salaries, while senior engineers with certifications and specialized skills can earn higher wages, often supplemented by benefits and overtime pay.

What engineer makes $500,000 a year?

A full-time cargo ship engineer typically does not earn $500,000 annually. Salaries for marine engineers generally range from $70,000 to $150,000 per year, depending on experience, certifications, and the size of the vessel. High earnings are more common in executive or specialized roles within the maritime industry or in related fields like offshore engineering.

What is the difference between Full Time Cargo Ship Engineer vs Deck Officer?

AspectFull Time Cargo Ship EngineerDeck Officer
CredentialsMarine Engineering Certification, STCW certificationsNavigation and Seamanship Certifications, STCW certifications
Work EnvironmentEngine room, machinery spaces, technical operationsBridge, navigation, cargo handling
Employer & Industry UsageShipping companies, cargo vessels, maritime industryShipping companies, cargo vessels, maritime industry

Full Time Cargo Ship Engineers focus on maintaining and operating the ship's engines and technical systems, working primarily in the engine room. Deck Officers handle navigation, cargo operations, and safety procedures on the bridge. Both roles require STCW certifications and are essential for the safe and efficient operation of cargo ships, but they differ in daily responsibilities and work environment.

What engineers make $300,000 a year?

Full-time cargo ship engineers, especially chief engineers, can earn $300,000 or more annually, primarily through offshore or international shipping roles. High salaries are often associated with extensive experience, specialized skills, certifications, and working in demanding environments such as deep-sea vessels or large commercial ships.

What is the highest paying job on a cargo ship?

On a cargo ship, the highest paying job is typically the Chief Engineer, who is responsible for the vessel's mechanical systems and safety. This role requires extensive technical skills, certifications, and experience, and often offers the highest salary among crew members due to its critical responsibilities and leadership position.
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Infographic showing various Full Time Cargo Ship Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution.
Surface Ship Damage Control SME mid-grade and senior

Surface Ship Damage Control SME mid-grade and senior

Core Services Group

San Diego, CA • On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

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Role Overview:
Core Services Group is seeking an experienced Mid-Grade and Senior Damage Control Engineer/SME with experience on U.S. Navy surface platforms to support the Navy Readiness Assistance Training Team (RATT) for Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet (CNSP) in San Diego, CA RATT is a Type Commander (TYCOM) asset employed to provide timely direct support to ships, tailored to the ship's needs and requirements. RATT ship visits are intended to significantly enhance a ship's organic proficiency and capabilities for a discrete period of time as added capability to conduct training, and address material issues. RATT provides proficient subject matter experts to conduct Sailor centric deck-plate training, material review, program auditing, and naval readiness support to enhance overall proficiency and material readiness through recommendations to the ship and staff to enhance CNSP ship's readiness to conduct sustained operations at sea in support of the nation's strategic objectives.
An ideal candidate has extensive experience as a U.S. Navy shipboard Damage Control supervisor on multiple surface ships, including direct operational and damage control experience within the last five years.
This position is contingent upon contract award, anticipated for October 2026
Typical Responsibilities This position's responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
  • Coordinate, schedule, and conduct ship training visits for the purpose of improving Sailor proficiency in the operation and maintenance of ships systems through targeted training and aiding ship's leadership in assessing material condition and readiness program efficacy.
  • Compile, curate, develop, and provide training resources (references and curriculum) for ship systems, required programs, technical watchstanding, installed equipment, and maintenance management for use in classroom and deckplate training for ship's force and RATT personnel.
  • Teach and reinforce sound shipboard operating principles and processes through leadership by example and deckplate training.
  • Conduct comprehensive material condition assessments for installed equipment, portable equipment, safety gear, ship systems, and ship structure.
  • Review and assess ship's preventive and corrective maintenance and operating processes and procedures for ship systems, installed equipment, and associated evolutions.
  • Advise ship's leadership regarding crew proficiency, material condition, maintenance practices, and required program efficacy.

Primary Work Location: Full time onsite in San Diego, CA. A candidate located in Everett, WA or Pearl Habor, HI is less ideal but may be considered.
Anticipated Travel:
  • This position involves up to 35% travel, including travel to overseas/OCONUS locations, in accordance with Joint Travel Regulations (JTR).
  • Common travel destinations include, but are not limited to: Everett, WA; Pearl Harbor, HI; Sasebo, Japan; Yokosuka, Japan; and Singapore.

Typical Physical Activity:
  • The ability to work in a variety of shipboard environments (e.g., navigate tight or confined spaces, ladders, hatches, in crew spaces and engineering spaces).
  • Must be physically able to climb up/down a pilot's ladder to board/embark and debark a naval vessel underway at sea and stay onboard on a U.S. Naval vessel for days at a time.
  • Desk/computer work in an office environment and hands-on technical or instructor work in a waterfront/shipboard environment.

Typical Pay Range: The anticipated pay range for this position in the identified location(s) is $90,000 - 110,000/year. Actual compensation offered will be based upon individual factors, including education, qualifications, and experience.
SECRET Security Clearance Required: This position requires an active or interim Secret security clearance prior to hire.
Only U.S. citizens will be considered for this position.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Senior/Team Leader):
  • At least fifteen (15) years of supervisory experience in analyses, information system operations, and implementation of technical projects relevant to surface ship damage control systems and processes.
  • Extensive Navy technical management experience on multiple ships.
  • Extensive experience as shipboard Damage Control supervisor on multiple ships.
  • Direct operational and damage control experience, within the last five (5) years, with experience and knowledge of advanced damage control practices and procedures currently in use by the Navy.
  • Undergraduate or associate's degree.
    • In lieu of an acceptable degree, seven (7) years of demonstrated experience in a management role may be considered.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Mid-Grade):
  • A minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience as part of the damage control organization aboard a warship or military auxiliary. Direct operational and maintenance experience, within the last five years, with damage control systems and equipment currently in use by the Navy. Versed in current Navy damage control doctrine and procedures.

Plus:
  • Proficient with common productivity software including the Microsoft Office suite.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and support fast-paced operational environments.
  • Excellent personnel management, working group and team leadership skills as well as working alongside sailors and officers of varying experience and seniority.
  • Excellent communication skills to include briefing Commanding Officers and other mid-grade to senior leadership in person and in writing.

Additional Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • At least twenty-five (25) years of relevant experience is highly desirable.

Compensation: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Overview
A Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, Core Services Group was founded in response to an emergent need for robust analytical evaluation of Navy tactical airborne electronic countermeasures systems. Core Services Group combines Naval and Joint Operational Expertise with the rigorous systems engineering methodologies of the Naval Aviation, Nuclear Power and Operational Evaluation communities to deliver quality and extremely cost effective analytical solutions to the Fleet and Systems Commands.
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Industry
Defense and Space Manufacturing
Company size
11-50 employees
Includes members with current employer listed as Core Services Group, Inc., including part-time roles
Headquarters
Virginia Beach, VA
Founded
2009
Specialties
Systems Engineering, Program Management, Operational test and evaluation design and analysis, Operational Support, Readiness Analysis & Reporting, and Doctrine Development

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