Details Report for:
17-2121.00 - Marine Engineers and Naval Architects
Design, develop, and evaluate the operation of marine vessels, ship machinery, and related equipment, such as power supply and propulsion systems.
Sample of reported job titles: Marine Architect, Marine Design Engineer, Marine Engineer, Marine Engineering Consultant, Marine Structural Designer, Marine Surveyor, Naval Architect, Naval Architect Specialist, Ships Equipment Engineer, Structural Engineer
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Technology Skills Save Table (XLS/CSV)
- Analytical or scientific software — ANSYS FLUENT; Strand7; Tension Technology International OPTIMOOR; The MathWorks MATLAB
(see all 13 examples)
- Computer aided design CAD software
— Autodesk AutoCAD
; Dassault Systemes SOLIDWORKS
; Structural Dynamics StruCAD*3D; The Napa Group NAPA (see all 12 examples)
- Data base user interface and query software — Microsoft Access
- Document management software — Adobe Systems Adobe Acrobat
- Electronic mail software — Microsoft Outlook
- Enterprise resource planning ERP software
— SAP
- Facilities management software — Seaworthy Systems Shipboard Automated Maintenance Management SAMM
- Graphics or photo imaging software — McNeel Rhino software
- Office suite software — Microsoft Office
- Presentation software — Microsoft PowerPoint
- Project management software — Microsoft Project
; Oracle Primavera Systems
- Spreadsheet software — IBM Lotus 1-2-3; Microsoft Excel
- Word processing software — Microsoft Word
Hot Technology — a technology requirement frequently included in employer job postings.
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Work Activities Save Table (XLS/CSV)
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Detailed Work Activities Save Table (XLS/CSV)
- Design structures or facilities.
- Supervise engineering or other technical personnel.
- Review technical documents to plan work.
- Monitor processes for compliance with standards.
- Evaluate characteristics of equipment or systems.
- Direct construction activities.
- Schedule operational activities.
- Prepare contracts, disclosures, or applications.
- Prepare detailed work plans.
- Test performance of electrical, electronic, mechanical, or integrated systems or equipment.
- Maintain electronic equipment.
- Create graphical representations of structures or landscapes.
- Communicate with others to coordinate vehicle movement.
- Inspect equipment or systems.
- Maintain operational records or records systems.
- Devise research or testing protocols.
- Prepare technical reports for internal use.
- Coordinate safety or regulatory compliance activities.
- Direct equipment maintenance or repair activities.
- Direct installation activities.
- Purchase materials, equipment, or other resources.
- Communicate technical information to suppliers, contractors, or regulatory agencies.
- Maintain mechanical equipment.
- Confer with other personnel to resolve design or operational problems.
- Confer with technical personnel to prepare designs or operational plans.
- Research advanced engineering designs or applications.
- Analyze design or requirements information for mechanical equipment or systems.
- Design electromechanical equipment or systems.
Find occupations related to multiple detailed work activities
Work Context Save Table (XLS/CSV)
Job Zone Save Table (XLS/CSV)
Title | Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed |
Education | Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not. |
Related Experience | A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified. |
Job Training | Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training. |
Job Zone Examples | Many of these occupations involve coordinating, supervising, managing, or training others. Examples include real estate brokers, sales managers, database administrators, graphic designers, chemists, art directors, and cost estimators. |
SVP Range | (7.0 to < 8.0) |
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Work Styles Save Table (XLS/CSV)
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Related Occupations Save Table (XLS/CSV)
13-1081.01 | Logistics Engineers |
17-2051.00 | Civil Engineers |
17-2071.00 | Electrical Engineers ![]() |
17-2081.00 | Environmental Engineers |
17-2111.02 | Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers |
17-2112.02 | Validation Engineers ![]() |
17-2112.03 | Manufacturing Engineers ![]() |
17-2141.00 | Mechanical Engineers |
17-2199.03 | Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar |
17-3026.00 | Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians |
Wages & Employment Trends
Median wages (2019) | $44.42 hourly, $92,400 annual |
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Employment (2019) | 11,800 employees |
Projected growth (2019-2029) | ![]() |
Projected job openings (2019-2029) | 600 |
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Top industries (2019) | Manufacturing (45% employed in this sector)
Government (11%)
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Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2019 wage data
and 2019-2029 employment projections
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"Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2019-2029). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.
Sources of Additional Information
Disclaimer: Sources are listed to provide additional information on related jobs, specialties, and/or industries. Links to non-DOL Internet sites are provided for your convenience and do not constitute an endorsement.
- American Society of Naval Engineers
- Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology
- Marine Technology Society
- Occupational Outlook Handbook: Marine engineers and naval architects
- Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers
- Society of Women Engineers
- The American Society of Mechanical Engineers
- United States Naval Institute
- Vibration Institute