Chief Engineer
Maritime Talent Solutions
Lewes, DE · Posted November 2, 2026
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Pay compared with the market
This listing does not state pay. Across 48 open chief engineer listings that state pay, the middle half runs $129,000 to $226,000 and the median is $204,500.
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How AI is used in this kind of work
AI use among architectural and engineering managers is little observed so far. Measured exposure for architectural and engineering managers: 3% (little observed).
Share of this job’s tasks that AI is already used for at work, from real usage. It is not a forecast of job loss, and a low number means no use seen yet. Source: Anthropic Economic Index.
About the job
...Vessel EngineerAs a Vessel Engineer, you maintain the heart of the vessel to ensure it is working properly.You are responsible for:Maintaining all machinery, equipment, and systems, including main propulsion, auxiliary power generation, ancillary, deck and cargo handling...