Occupation information for

Design, develop, and take responsibility for the installation of ship machinery and related equipment including propulsion machines and power supply systems.

Currently Employed: Not Available

Yearly Projected Openings: Not Available

Typical Hourly Wage: $42.80 - $70.07

Typical Annual Salary: $89,000 - $145,700

• Prepare, or direct the preparation of, product or system layouts and detailed drawings and schematics.
• Inspect marine equipment and machinery to draw up work requests and job specifications.
• Conduct analytical, environmental, operational, or performance studies to develop designs for products, such as marine engines, equipment, and structures.
• Design and oversee testing, installation, and repair of marine apparatus and equipment.
• Act as liaisons between ships' captains and shore personnel to ensure that schedules and budgets are maintained, and that ships are operated safely and efficiently.
• Prepare plans, estimates, design and construction schedules, and contract specifications, including any special provisions.
• Perform monitoring activities to ensure that ships comply with international regulations and standards for life saving equipment and pollution preventatives.
• Investigate and observe tests on machinery and equipment for compliance with standards.
• Coordinate activities with regulatory bodies to ensure repairs and alterations are at minimum cost, consistent with safety.
• Conduct environmental, operational, or performance tests on marine machinery and equipment.

• Desktop computers
• Hard hats
• Microcontrollers
• Notebook computers
• Personal computers

• Analytical or scientific software
• Computer aided design CAD software
• Office suite software
• Project management software
• Spreadsheet software