Manufacturing and Engineering

Marine Engineer

Salary range₹6 – 12 LPA → ₹18 – 40 LPA Top hiring statesMaharashtra, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal Current openingsNo jobs found

1 Description of the job

A marine engineer designs, runs and maintains the engines, power and systems of ships and offshore structures. Training is through a DG Shipping-approved marine-engineering degree.

Operate and maintain ship engines and machinery
Plan repairs and fuel use
Ensure safety and pollution compliance

2 Skills required

Marine engineering degree Mechanical & electrical systems Safety & regulations (STCW) Problem solving Teamwork Resilience English

3 Opportunities available in the market

Shipping companies, shipyards and navies hire marine engineers.

Merchant-navy shipping companies
Shipyards and ship-design firms
Ports, offshore and navy

4 Salary range

Fresher (0–2 yrs)₹6 – 12 LPA≈ ₹50K – ₹1L / month

Mid-level (3–8 yrs)₹18 – 40 LPA≈ ₹1.5L – ₹3.33L / month

Senior / specialist₹50 – 100 LPA≈ ₹4.17L – ₹8.33L / month

Indicative only. These ranges are estimates compiled from general industry knowledge and public pay surveys, not audited figures. Actual pay depends on the employer, city, qualification, certifications and experience. Check current job listings before deciding.

5 Job openings — which states have more

#	State	Main hubs	Demand
1	Maharashtra Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur	Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur	High demand
2	Tamil Nadu Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai	Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai	High demand
3	West Bengal Kolkata, Siliguri	Kolkata, Siliguri	High demand

Indicative ranking of where employers and training institutions in this field are concentrated — not an official count of vacancies. Check the National Career Service portal (ncs.gov.in) and the government job portal for current openings.

Government job portal: National Career Service (ncs.gov.in)

Current openings — BiharCareer

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