Is being a marine engineer or naval architect a good fit for you?
Designs ships, boats and their engines and equipment, and checks that they work well at sea.
What the work involves
- Checks that ships follow international rules for life-saving gear and pollution prevention.
- Designs the whole hull and upper structure of a ship to meet safety and cost needs.
- Analyses ships for stability, strength, weight and vibration.
- Studies design proposals to set a vessel's size, weight, speed and power.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be hands-on and curious. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
- Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.
- Achievement. Progress, recognition, ambitious goals.
How much training it needs
Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
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