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How much do marine electrical designer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for marine electrical designer in the United States is $39.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31.49 and $44.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a marine electrical designer?

Marine Electrical Designers are specialized professionals who design, develop, and oversee the installation of electrical systems on ships and other marine vessels. Their work includes creating blueprints and schematics for power distribution, lighting, navigation, communication, and control systems, ensuring all designs comply with maritime safety standards and regulations. They collaborate closely with naval architects, engineers, and shipbuilders to integrate electrical systems seamlessly into vessel designs. Marine Electrical Designers also play a key role in troubleshooting and upgrading existing electrical systems. Strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and an understanding of marine environments are essential for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a marine electrical designer?

To thrive as a Marine Electrical Designer, you need a solid background in electrical engineering principles, marine systems, and relevant regulations, often supported by a degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Proficiency in CAD software (such as AutoCAD or Rhino), electrical design tools, and familiarity with IMO and ABS standards are typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication are vital soft skills for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and ensuring design accuracy. These skills are crucial for developing safe, efficient, and compliant electrical systems in complex marine environments.

How does a marine electrical designer collaborate with other engineering disciplines during a vessel project?

Marine Electrical Designers work closely with naval architects, mechanical engineers, and shipyard production teams to ensure that electrical systems are integrated seamlessly with the vessel’s overall design. This collaboration often involves regular coordination meetings to resolve spatial constraints, optimize routing of cabling, and address safety or regulatory requirements. By actively participating in multidisciplinary design reviews, Marine Electrical Designers help identify and solve potential conflicts early in the project, ensuring efficient and compliant system implementation.

What is the difference between Marine Electrical Designer vs Marine Electrical Engineer?

AspectMarine Electrical DesignerMarine Electrical Engineer
CredentialsAssociate's or Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or related field, certifications like NABCEP or similarBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Professional Engineer (PE) license often preferred
Work EnvironmentDesign offices, shipyards, marine equipment manufacturersDesign firms, shipbuilding companies, marine engineering firms
ResponsibilitiesCreating electrical layouts, wiring diagrams, and component specificationsDesigning electrical systems, ensuring compliance, overseeing implementation

Marine Electrical Designers focus on creating detailed electrical layouts and diagrams, while Marine Electrical Engineers handle system design, analysis, and compliance. Both roles require electrical knowledge, but Engineers typically have more advanced credentials and responsibilities in system analysis and oversight.

What are popular job titles related to Marine Electrical Designer jobs?

For Marine Electrical Designer jobs, the most frequently searched job titles are:

Designer - Electrical Engineering (Early & Mid-Career)

El Cajon, CA • On-site

NASSCO
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$65K - $154K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Create detailed electrical 3D models, wiring diagrams, cable routing plans, and equipment layouts for shipboard electrical systems.

  • Collaborate with engineers and other design disciplines to ensure accurate documentation of power distribution, lighting, control, and communication systems aboard vessels.

  • Use CAD tools to develop electrical designs in accordance with maritime standards and project specifications.

Job description

Job Posting End Date: Until Filled
Shift: 1st
Security Clearance: No Clearance
SUMMARY
We are seeking an Electrical Designer to support the development and integration of shipboard electrical systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating detailed electrical 3D models, wiring diagrams, cable routing plans, and equipment layouts in accordance with applicable maritime standards and project specifications. This role involves close collaboration with engineers and other design disciplines to ensure accurate and efficient documentation for power distribution, lighting, control, and communication systems aboard vessels. Proficiency with CAD tools (such as AVEVA, Ship Constructor, SolidWorks, NX, 3D AutoCAD or Revit), knowledge of marine electrical systems, and familiarity with regulatory standards (ABS, IEEE, IEC) are required. Experience in shipbuilding or marine design environments is highly desirable.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES
  • Detailed experience in ship design, to include 3D model development, functional engineering products, estimating, planning, procurement, and production processes.
  • Able to recommend valuable improvements to department processes.
  • Anticipates roadblocks and mitigates their impact based on experience
  • Provides solutions to a wide range of difficult problems or technical issues within assigned work scope
  • Serves as focal point for discussing the organization's agreed technical position with external SMEs and production management
  • Ability to conduct presentations
  • Coordinates and facilitates working groups, including documenting discussions, decisions, and outcomes
  • Mentors the group to advance overall knowledge in the field and other related disciplines
  • Proactively distributes knowledge in areas of expertise
  • Leads team in executing specific projects
  • Understands how requirements connect to each other and order of precedence
  • Assumes additional responsibilities or performs varying work as work situations dictate.
  • Other responsibilities and duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelors of Science or Associates degree in CAD and 6-10 years of experience. 4 years of shipbuilding experience can substitute for education.
  • Demonstrated expertise within discipline, with specialize knowledge of process within discipline.
  • Strong knowledge of PC and CAD applications
  • Working knowledge of Aveva Unified Engineering products preffered

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The essential functions of this role require work in both an office and industrial setting. The role requires prolonged periods of working in a stationary position, operating a computer, computer programs, and standard office equipment necessary to perform the essential duties. The role requires perceiving information and communicating effectively with others in person, online, and on the phone. The role also requires prolonged periods of working in indoor and outdoor industrial settings. Must have the ability to safely access, navigate, and traverse the shipyard, construction areas, production areas, ships, and warehouses. Must be able to transit uneven surfaces, and be agile to move quickly to avoid hazards and respond to unexpected obstacles. Must be able to observe, detect, identify, perceive, recognize, and process information to remain alert and timely comply with all safety requirements. Must be able to move, transport, and use equipment necessary to perform the essential duties. Duties performed on ships require ascending and descending stairs and ladders, transiting on scaffolding and at heights, transiting through manholes and other narrow, confined, or congested spaces. This position requires exposure to industrial areas which contain hazardous materials, loud noise (including sirens, horns, chipping, slamming, and hammering), dust, fumes, and exposure to weather.
PAY SCALE
$65,700 - $154,700
This pay range is a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role. It takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions; including but not limited to skill sets, experience, training, and education. General Dynamics NASSCO also provides a variety of benefits including medical & dental insurance coverage, 401(k) retirement savings plan, flexible spending accounts/HSAs, life and disability insurance, company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO), wellness coaching, and an onsite health services.
General Dynamics NASSCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.
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If you have a disability that impacts your ability to complete the job application process and would like to request an accommodation, please contact our Human Resources Department.
Call (619) 544-8511 or email [email protected]. This contact information is for accommodation requests only, not to inquire about the status of applications.
NASSCO is an Equal Opportunity / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans Employer

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