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Senesco Marine

Marine Estimator

North Kingstown, RI · On-site

The Marine Estimator works closely with engineering, production, purchasing, and executive management to evaluate opportunities and secure new business for the shipyard. Key Responsibilities • I ...

SENESCO MARINE

Marine Estimator

North Kingstown, RI

The Marine Estimator works closely with engineering, production, purchasing, and executive management to evaluate opportunities and secure new business for the shipyard. Key Responsibilities • I ...

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As of Aug 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for marine engineer in Rhode Island is $42.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31.30 and $50.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a marine engineer?

Marine engineers are professionals who design, develop, build, and maintain ships, boats, and other watercraft, as well as their internal systems such as engines, propulsion systems, and onboard equipment. They work on a variety of vessels, including cargo ships, tankers, submarines, and offshore platforms. Marine engineers play a crucial role in ensuring that these vessels are safe, efficient, and environmentally friendly. Their responsibilities may also include overseeing repairs, conducting inspections, and staying up-to-date with maritime regulations.

What does a marine engineer do?

A marine engineer works to ensure the smooth operation of a ship or other water vessel like a ferry, submarine, or cargo ship, by inspecting and performing maintenance on propulsion systems, engines, and other systems powering the vessel. You may also design and build these systems. You can choose to specialize in one area such as boat engines. In this job, your duties may include performing maintenance work on boats or designing propulsion systems with CAD software on a computer. Communication skills are crucial, as you are constantly discussing needs and expectations with your clients. Additional responsibilities include keeping a timeline and budget, ensuring that your projects stay on track.

What are common challenges marine engineers face when working on ships or offshore installations?

Marine Engineers often encounter challenges such as troubleshooting complex machinery in remote or harsh environments, coordinating repairs while minimizing downtime, and ensuring all systems meet strict safety and environmental regulations. Working on ships or offshore installations can involve long hours and extended periods away from home, requiring adaptability and strong problem-solving skills. Collaboration with multinational crews and diverse technical teams is frequent, making communication and teamwork essential for maintaining high operational standards.

What is the difference between Marine Engineer vs Naval Architect?

AspectMarine EngineerNaval Architect
CredentialsEngineering degree, certifications in marine systemsEngineering or architecture degree, certifications in ship design
Work EnvironmentShip engines, machinery rooms, onboard or shipyardShip design offices, shipyards, research facilities
Industry UsageMaintaining and repairing ship machineryDesigning ship structures and hulls

Marine Engineers focus on the operation, maintenance, and repair of ship machinery, working mainly in engine rooms or shipyards. Naval Architects specialize in designing ship structures and hulls, often working in design offices or shipyards. Both roles require engineering expertise but serve different aspects of shipbuilding and operation.

Do marine engineers make money?

Marine engineers typically earn a competitive salary that varies based on experience, location, and the type of vessel or facility they work on. Entry-level positions often start around $60,000 annually, with experienced engineers earning over $100,000. Certifications and specialized skills can also influence earning potential.

What jobs can you do with marine engineering?

Marine engineers can work on designing, building, maintaining, and repairing ships, submarines, and offshore structures such as oil rigs. They often work in shipyards, shipping companies, or maritime agencies, utilizing skills in systems engineering, propulsion, and safety standards. Certifications like STCW and knowledge of marine systems are essential for many roles in this field.
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Marine Systems and Piping Engineer

North Kingstown, RI • On-site

Senesco Marine
Ship and Boat Building • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about Senesco Marineexternal

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

The Marine Systems and Piping Engineer bridges the gap between marine engineering and hands-on production. They design, route, and optimize onboard piping systems, while supporting the fabrication, installation, and commissioning of fluid systems across new-build and repair projects.
Key Responsibilities
• Marine Systems & Piping Design
Perform basic and detailed design for assigned systems or areas of the vessel including calculations, diagrams, drawings, design change notices, and equipment selection.
Manage Vendor scopes for multiple OEMs and service providers to ensure proper interface and completeness of the design, as assigned.
Participate in based and detailed design activities within the Design Engineering team, including review of design documents from other shipyard engineers, vendors, and external design partners.
Prepare technical specifications, collect vendor information and maintain maker's list for assigned systems.
Control the change management in the design workflow to ensure any change in vendor information is identified and incorporated into the design.
• Regulatory Compliance
Ensure all piping designs, material selections, and pressure calculations adhere to maritime rules and classification standards (e.g., ABS, Lloyd's Register, or USCG) and contractual requirements.
Interface with Project management, owner and class to resolve technical issues.
• Production Support
Translate complex engineering drawings into actionable piping build strategies and isometric spools for production crews.
Generate, review and access Bill of materials and provide technical support for material tracking.
Verification for acceptance of the equipment that is delivered to the yard as per original vendor cutsheets.
Act as the primary technical point of contact between the design office and the shipyard floor, troubleshooting clashes and reviewing 'as-built' documentation.
• Collaboration & Communication
Collaboration and communication are essential aspects of this role that include the following responsibilities:
• Coordinating with project teams, departments, and external parties to facilitate document exchange
• Providing support and training to users on document management systems
• Maintaining effective communication channels to address document-related queries or issues
Required Skills and Qualification
  • Educational Background: A degree or diploma in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, or a closely related field.
  • Experience: Typically, 3-7 years of specific experience in ship design, construction or similar fields.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in AutoCAD, ShipConstructor (or equivalent 3D modeling software), Navisworks.
  • Core Skills: Deep understanding of the maritime fluid dynamics, material selection, equipment selection, and pipe support design.
  • Combination of office, shipyard, and onboard vessel environments.
  • Must be capable of ship checks, vessel inspections, and climbing ladders.
  • The employee must have correctable vision to 20/40, however contact lenses are not permitted in certain production area positions.
  • The employee must pass the Ishihara test for color blindness and can read and understand safety symbols and colors, (i.e. red, yellow, green, etc.).
  • The employee must be able to stand, sit, walk, squat, kneel, stoop, or climb stairs or a ladder.
  • The employee is required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to respirator, hardhat, face shield, safety goggles, safety shoes (steel toe), safety harness, gloves or other protective clothing as determined by a Senesco Marine Job Hazard Analysis.
  • The employee must report all accidents or injuries to their supervisor and the Environmental Safety and Health Department.
  • The employee must report to their supervisor any and all damage to equipment or broken and misused tools.
  • The employee may be working in several different areas and environments; this includes work inside and outside of buildings or structures.
  • The employee needs to work at a pace consistent with meeting company deadlines.

Work Environment
  • Combination of office, shipyard, and onboard vessel environments.
  • Must be capable of ship checks, vessel inspections, and climbing ladders.

Physical Demands
  • The employee must have correctable vision to 20/40, however contact lenses are not permitted in certain production area positions.
  • The employee must pass the Ishihara test for color blindness and can read and understand safety symbols and colors, (i.e. red, yellow, green, etc.).
  • The employee must be able to stand, sit, walk, squat, kneel, stoop, or climb stairs or a ladder.

Work Demands
  • The employee is required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE)
    including but not limited to respirator, hardhat, face shield, safety
    goggles, safety shoes (steel toe), safety harness, gloves or other
    protective clothing as determined by a Senesco Marine Job Hazard
    Analysis.
  • The employee must report all accidents or injuries to their supervisor and the Environmental Safety and Health Department.
  • The employee must report to their supervisor any and all damage to equipment or broken and misused tools.
  • The employee may be working in several different areas and environments;
    this includes work inside and outside of buildings or structures.
  • The employee needs to work at a pace consistent with meeting company deadlines.

Disclaimer
This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.

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