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How to become marine engineers and naval architectseducation, training, experience and the steps to enter

United States Engineering & Science Confidence ★★★★★

Median annual pay
$112,230
25th–75th pct. $99,250–$137,690
Top pay (est.)
$225,300
Top 10% $173,330
Pay in 5 years
$129,800est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$150,200est.
$129,100–$174,300
Outlook score
61/100
★★★☆☆ Average
AI replacement risk
56%
Moderate
Job growth (10 yr)
+6.7%
500 openings / yr

How to become marine engineers and naval architects

Typical education
Bachelor's degree
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
None

A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.

Skills, education and requirements for Marine Engineers and Naval Architects

Key skills

Reading Comprehension
4.5
Complex Problem Solving
4.4
Critical Thinking
4.4
Mathematics
4.2
Science
4.1
Writing
4.0
Speaking
4.0
Judgment and Decision Making
4.0

O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).

Key knowledge areas

Mechanical
5.5
Engineering and Technology
5.5
Design
5.3
Building and Construction
5.2
English Language
4.7
Physics
4.6
Computers and Electronics
4.6
Mathematics
4.6

What the work involves

Updating and Using Relevant KnowledgeGetting InformationProcessing InformationEvaluating Information to Determine Compliance with StandardsIdentifying Objects, Actions, and EventsOrganizing, Planning, and Prioritizing WorkAnalyzing Data or InformationMaking Decisions and Solving Problems

Important abilities

Deductive ReasoningProblem SensitivityInformation OrderingOral ExpressionOral ComprehensionWritten Expression

Education of workers

Bachelor's degree
53%
Post-secondary certificate
16%
Some college
11%
Professional degree
11%
Associate's degree
5%
High school diploma
5%

Training before entry

6–12 months
26%
None / short demo
16%
1–2 years
16%
2–4 years
16%
1–3 months
16%
3–6 months
11%

Related work experience

4–6 years
32%
1–2 years
21%
2–4 years
21%
1–3 months
11%
None
5%
6–8 years
5%
8–10 years
5%

Job Zone 4 — considerable preparation needed (O*NET)

Difficulty of entry: ★★★☆☆ Moderate (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)

Career path and how to earn more as marine engineers and naval architects

Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.

Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.