SOC 17-2121
Marine Engineers and Naval Architects
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ33/100
Moderate
US Employment
๐ฅ8,440
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$106K
$80K โ $168K
Projected Growth
๐+5.8%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค71/100
High exposure
๐ก Marine Engineers and Naval Architects face a risk score of 33/100 โ 11 points below the national average of 44. With 71/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $106K ($59K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths โ
๐ AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 33/100, Marine Engineers and Naval Architects faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like robotic inspection and testing automation are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 8,440 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in client communication and technical consultation and safety-critical judgment in design review to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Marine Engineers and Naval Architects?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
Robotic inspection and testing automation
AI-powered research and literature review tools
AI coding assistants reducing developer demand
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Client communication and technical consultation
Safety-critical judgment in design review
Cross-disciplinary collaboration on complex projects
On-site problem-solving in variable physical conditions
๐ Task Automation Breakdown
Based on O*NET task analysis and GenAI exposure scoring. Shows the estimated proportion of this occupation's core tasks that are automatable by current AI, augmented by AI tools, or require essential human skills.
๐ O*NET Task Profile
Design complete hull and superstructure according to specifications and test data, in conformity with standards of safety, efficiency, and economy.
Supervise other engineers and crew members and train them for routine and emergency duties.
Study design proposals and specifications to establish basic characteristics of craft, such as size, weight, speed, propulsion, displacement, and draft.
Perform monitoring activities to ensure that ships comply with international regulations and standards for life-saving equipment and pollution preventatives.
Oversee construction and testing of prototype in model basin and develop sectional and waterline curves of hull to establish center of gravity, ideal hull form, and buoyancy and stability data.
๐ป Technology Skills
Document management software
Computer aided design CAD software
Analytical or scientific software
Spreadsheet software
Graphics or photo imaging software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Engineering and Technology
Mathematics
Design
Physics
English Language
๐ vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
๐ Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineers | 20 | $106K | 71% |
| Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | 29 | $128K | 83% |
| Chemical Engineers | 30 | $122K | 81% |