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.
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BLS projects U.S. employment for Marine Engineers and Naval Architects to increase by 6.7% between 2024 and 2034, from 8,400 to 8,900 jobs. Its estimate of 500 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($112,230), education (Bachelor's degree), and related experience (None) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
8,400
Projected employment (2034)
8,900
Projected change (2024–2034)
7%
Annual openings (projected average)
500
Pay & Preparation
$112,230
Bachelor's degree
None
None
Essential Skills
Critical Thinking (4.12/5) • Complex Problem Solving (4.12/5) • Reading Comprehension (3.88/5) • Writing (3.75/5) • Speaking (3.75/5) • Active Listening (3.75/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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