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Ocean Atomics LLC

Principal Marine Engineer

$185K - $235K/yr

... power plant and the surrounding support systems for maritime applications. We will install these ... You will lead the Marine Engineering domain-directing specialist leads across Propulsion ...

Northwell Health

Power Plant Mechanic

Bay Shore, NY · On-site

ORUnited States Coast Guard Marine Engineers license, required. * Minimum of three (3) years experience in the operation of a power plant or industrial plant including experience with high pressure ...

Northwell

Power Plant Mechanic

Bay Shore, NY · On-site

$38.19 - $40.76/hr

ORUnited States Coast Guard Marine Engineers license, required. * Minimum of three (3) years experience in the operation of a power plant or industrial plant including experience with high pressure ...

City of Pasadena, CA

Power Plant Operator

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$101K - $120K/yr

... marine propulsion service) and steam plant auxiliaries OR * (2) Two years of progressively ... This position is a part of the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) bargaining unit.

City of Pasadena

Power Plant Operator

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$101K - $120K/yr

... marine propulsion service) and steam plant auxiliaries OR (2) Two years of progressively ... This position is a part of the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) bargaining unit.

NAES Corporation

Power Plant Engineer

Aquasco, MD · On-site

Your scope of responsibility as Power Plant Engineer will include the following primary functions: Plant Engineering & Reliability * Monitor plant performance, including combustion turbines, steam ...

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How much do power plant marine engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for power plant marine engineer in the United States is $35.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.61 and $36.06 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Power Plant Marine Engineer vs Marine Engineer?

AspectPower Plant Marine EngineerMarine Engineer
CredentialsEngineering degree, maritime certifications, marine engineering licensesEngineering degree, maritime certifications, marine engineering licenses
Work EnvironmentPower plants on ships, offshore platforms, maritime facilitiesShips, vessels, offshore platforms
Employer & IndustryShipping companies, offshore energy firms, maritime industryShipping lines, cruise ships, cargo vessels
Job FocusMaintaining power generation systems on ships and offshore platformsMaintaining propulsion, auxiliary systems, and onboard machinery

Both roles require similar certifications and work in maritime environments, but Power Plant Marine Engineers focus on power generation systems, while Marine Engineers handle propulsion and onboard machinery. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right career path in maritime engineering.

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Infographic showing various Power Plant Marine Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 2% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,624 per year, or $35.9 per hour.

Power Plant Operator Assistant Supervisor

Washington, DC • On-site

US Legislative Branch
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$46.27/hr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC); Director, Utilities and Power Plant Operations (CPP); Assistant Director, Operations Division; Rotating Operations Branch A, B, C or D. The CPP operates around the clock to provide steam for heating and chilled water for air conditioning to the buildings of the U.S. Capitol, U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate.

Qualifications:

You must meet all eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of the job announcement.
You must meet the following SCREEN-OUT(S) required for this position.

  • Ability to Supervise employees performing power plant operation tasks.

  • The work requires the incumbent to hold and maintain current status for one of the following:

    Licenses: National Institute for the Uniform Licensing of Power Engineers (NIUPLE) First Class Power Engineer License; District of Columbia Class 1 Steam Engineer License; State issued Stationary Engineer License; or United States Coast Guard (USCG) Marine Engineer License. The work also requires the incumbent to obtain an EPA Universal Certification for refrigeration systems within the first year of employment.

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