Ship Engineers operate and maintain a vessel's propulsion system, which includes the engine, boilers, generators, pumps, and other machinery.
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- Ship Engineers
- Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
What do they typically do
- Maintain a ships' mechanical and electrical equipment and systems
- Start the engine and regulate the vessel's speed, following the captain's orders
- Record information in an engineering log
- Keep an inventory of mechanical parts and supplies
- Do routine maintenance checks throughout the day
- Calculate refueling requirements
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Education & Training
- Education Most occupations require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
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