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Mostly Resilient
Last Update: 4/23/2026
Your role’s AI Resilience Score is
50.4%
Median Score
Meaningful human contribution
Measures the parts of the occupation that still require a human touch. This score averages data from up to four AI exposure datasets, focusing on the role’s resilience against automation.
High
Long-term employer demand
Predicts the health of the job market for this role through 2034. Using Bureau of Labor Statistics data, it balances projected annual job openings (60%) with overall employment growth (40%).
Low
Sustained economic opportunity
Measures future earning potential and career flexibility. This score is a blend of total projected labor income (67%) and the role’s inherent ability to adapt to economic and technological shifts (33%).
Med
This reflects the reliability of your score based on the number of data sources available for this career and how closely those sources agree on the outlook. A higher confidence means more consistent evidence from labor experts and AI models.
Most data sources align, with only minor variation. This is a well-supported result.
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AI Resilience Report forShip Engineers
Ship Engineers are somewhat more resilient to AI impacts than most occupations, according to our analysis of 6 sources.
The career of a ship engineer is labeled as "Mostly Resilient" because while AI tools are increasingly assisting with tasks like monitoring engines and predicting maintenance needs, the core responsibilities still require human expertise. Tasks such as inspecting machinery, making repairs, and handling emergencies rely heavily on human judgment and physical skills, which AI currently can't replace.
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The career of a ship engineer is labeled as "Mostly Resilient" because while AI tools are increasingly assisting with tasks like monitoring engines and predicting maintenance needs, the core responsibilities still require human expertise. Tasks such as inspecting machinery, making repairs, and handling emergencies rely heavily on human judgment and physical skills, which AI currently can't replace.
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Ship Engineers
Updated Quarterly • Last Update: 5/14/2026
How is AI changing Ship Engineers jobs?
If you're picturing a robot taking over the engine room, take a breath — that's not what's happening. AI is showing up in marine engineering mostly as a helper, not a replacement. According to Lloyd's Register, the maritime AI market was valued at USD $4.13 billion in 2024 and is expected to grow at a compound annual rate of 23% over the next five years, with 420 organisations active in maritime AI developments in the last year alone, up from 276 a year earlier [1].
Most of that growth supports tasks like voyage optimization, fuel efficiency, and predictive maintenance — areas that match the logging and monitoring duties of a ship engineer. A leading career publication for marine engineers explains that digital twins continuously stream engine, vibration, and fuel data so machine‑learning algorithms can flag unusual patterns before equipment fails [2], and reports that this approach can reduce unplanned downtime by up to 20% and maintenance costs by 15–25% [2]. Hands-on tasks like repairing leaks, refueling, and running emergency drills are still done by humans because they require physical skill and quick judgment in unpredictable conditions.
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How fast is AI adoption growing for Ship Engineers?
Adoption is moving steadily but unevenly. The maritime industry is gaining confidence as digital tools demonstrate clear, measurable ROI and AI is positioned to support crew rather than replace them [3]. A Texas A&M expert notes that crew sizes continue to shrink as vessels rely more on a mixture of artificial intelligence and automatic control systems for navigation and propulsion management [4], creating demand for tech-savvy mariners rather than fewer of them.
Barriers include messy data, integration costs, and workforce skill gaps. Encouragingly, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects employment for marine engineers and naval architects to grow 5.8% from 2024 to 2034 [5] — faster than the overall average. If you're curious about this career, learning data tools, cybersecurity, and AI alongside traditional engineering skills is the smartest path forward.
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Career: Ship Engineers
They make sure ships run smoothly by maintaining and repairing engines, and other onboard systems, so the vessel can travel safely and efficiently.
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Employment & Wage Data
Median Wage
$101,320
Jobs (2024)
8,800
Growth (2024-34)
+1.6%
Annual Openings
1,100
Education
Postsecondary nondegree award
Experience
Less than 5 years
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections 2024-2034
Task-Level AI Resilience Scores
AI-generated estimates of task resilience over the next 3 years
1
Fabricate engine replacement parts, such as valves, stay rods, or bolts, using metalworking machinery.
2
Perform general marine vessel maintenance or repair work, such as repairing leaks, finishing interiors, refueling, or maintaining decks.
3
Perform or participate in emergency drills, as required.
4
Supervise the activities of marine engine technicians engaged in the maintenance or repair of mechanical or electrical marine vessels and inspect their work to ensure that it is performed properly.
5
Operate or maintain off-loading liquid pumps or valves.
6
Maintain electrical power, heating, ventilation, refrigeration, water, or sewerage systems.
7
Clean engine parts and keep engine rooms clean.
Tasks are ranked by their AI resilience, with the most resilient tasks shown first. Core tasks are essential functions of this occupation, while supplemental tasks provide additional context.
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