SOC 53-5031
Ship Engineers
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ33/100
Moderate
US Employment
๐ฅ8,580
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$101K
$57K โ $162K
Projected Growth
๐+1.6%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค53/100
Moderate exposure
๐ก Ship Engineers face a risk score of 33/100 โ 11 points below the national average of 44. With 53/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $101K ($55K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions offer lower AI risk while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths โ
๐ AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 33/100, Ship Engineers faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like ai route optimization reducing dispatcher roles are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 8,580 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in customer interaction and conflict resolution during delivery and emergency situation response and quick decision-making to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Ship Engineers?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
AI route optimization reducing dispatcher roles
Automated warehouse sorting and loading systems
Drone delivery displacing last-mile logistics workers
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Customer interaction and conflict resolution during delivery
Emergency situation response and quick decision-making
Manual loading of irregular and fragile cargo
Navigating complex urban environments with obstacles
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
Monitor engine, machinery, or equipment indicators when vessels are underway, and report abnormalities to appropriate shipboard staff.
Monitor the availability, use, or condition of lifesaving equipment or pollution preventatives to ensure that international regulations are followed.
Monitor and test operations of engines or other equipment so that malfunctions and their causes can be identified.
Start engines to propel ships, and regulate engines and power transmissions to control speeds of ships, according to directions from captains or bridge computers.
Perform or participate in emergency drills, as required.
๐ป Technology Skills
Operating system software
Helpdesk or call center software
Facilities management software
Customer relationship management CRM software
Enterprise application integration software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Mechanical
English Language
Engineering and Technology
Public Safety and Security
Transportation
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Transportation Workers | 31 | $107K | 79% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors | 25 | $62K | 71% |
| Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical Technicians | 28 | $34K | 80% |