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How much do third engineer maritime jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for third engineer maritime in the United States is $101,752.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,000.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Third Engineer Maritime vs Fourth Engineer Maritime?

AspectThird Engineer MaritimeFourth Engineer Maritime
CertificationsSTCW Basic Safety, Engine Department CertificationsSTCW Basic Safety, Engine Department Certifications
Work EnvironmentEngine room, maintenance, machinery operationEngine room, assisting with machinery and maintenance
ResponsibilitiesOverseeing engine room operations, machinery maintenanceSupporting engine room tasks, assisting senior engineers
Common UsageMore senior, responsible for specific machineryEntry-level, supporting engine department

The main difference between a Third Engineer Maritime and a Fourth Engineer Maritime lies in their responsibilities and experience level. Third Engineers typically oversee engine room operations and machinery maintenance, while Fourth Engineers support these tasks and assist senior engineers. Both roles require similar certifications and work in the engine department aboard ships.

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Infographic showing various Third Engineer Maritime job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 89% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,752 per year, or $48.9 per hour.

Maritime Engineers DDE 4000 or DDE Unlimited / 3rd Asst +

Eclipse Maritime LLC

Astoria, OR • On-site

$550 - $650/day

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Eclipse Maritime LLC is looking for Chief Engineer (Chief Limited or higher) and (1st, 2nd or 3rd) Assistant Engineers / DDE4000 or DDE Unlimited to join our fleet. Our vessels conduct research, survey, recovery and supply vessel primarily based out of Astoria, Oregon and San Diego, California. Travel covered coming/going, 401K plan and Insurance plan options.
Please send resume and credentials for review to resumes@eclipse.us.com. Check out our website eclipse.us.com
Position Details-
  1. Assistant Engineer (1st, 2nd, 3rd)
  2. DDE 4000 HP or DDE UNLIMITED (OICEW)
  3. Chief Engineer (limited, unlimited, OSV)

Other Details to consider:
  • Engines are all Caterpillar and familiarity is a plus
  • Vessel has extensive hydraulics, familiarity is a plus
  • Oceans and STCW

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