Marine Engineer and Naval Architect Career Profile Last updated: November 28, 2025 3:55 pm November 28, 2025 Share 14 Min Read Key Takeaways Marine engineers and naval architects design, build, and maintain ships, boats, offshore platforms, and underwater systems. The minimum requirement is a bachelor's degree in marine engineering, naval architecture, or related field. The annual median wage for Marine Engineers and Naval Architects is $100,270 (2023, BLS data), with top earners exceeding $156,630. Signup or login for free access!Signing up is easy and takes about 1 minute.Get startedAlready a member?Sign In SOURCES:BLS.govCareerOneStop Share This Article Facebook LinkedIn Reddit Email Copy Link Previous Article Career Profile for Insurance Underwriters Next Article Materials Engineer Career Profile