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Hire Offshore Engineers — faster, vetted, worldwide
Shipowners, ship managers, container lines, cruise lines, port authorities, terminals, shipyards, offshore operators, and marine engineering firms use CosmoQuick to source qualified offshore engineers. Post your requirement and get matched in days, not months.
Median Salary
$155k
$112k – $217k
Demand Score
92/100
Very High
Monthly Openings
3.2K
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+14%
rolling 12 months
Why employers hire on CosmoQuick
CosmoQuick matches maritime talent on STCW endorsements, sea-time, type experience, vetting, and trade — eliminating the weeks lost in unstructured search. Hiring teams see vetted, ready-to-interview profiles within days.
Market outlook
Demand for offshore engineers in the global maritime market is exceptionally strong. Maritime employers report a 14% year-on-year increase in Offshore Engineer mandates, driven by the offshore oil & gas upcycle and the buildout of offshore wind across Europe, Asia, and the US.
Compensation context
Offshore Engineer compensation typically falls between $112k and $217k, with experienced offshore engineers in the global maritime market commanding $217k+ at leading shipowners, managers, ports, cruise operators, and offshore players. Total compensation often includes leave pay, travel, joining bonuses, performance pay, and ship-type or DP allowances.
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5.9K openings · United Arab Emirates
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4.6K openings · United Arab Emirates
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4K openings · United Arab Emirates
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5.0K openings · Qatar
Hire Offshore Engineers in Ras Laffan
4.2K openings · Qatar
Hire Offshore Engineers in Dammam
4.5K openings · Saudi Arabia
Hire Offshore Engineers in Jeddah
4.6K openings · Saudi Arabia
Hire Offshore Engineers in Muscat
3.5K openings · Oman
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3.2K openings · Bahrain
Hire Offshore Engineers in Singapore
6.2K openings · Singapore
Hire Offshore Engineers in Hong Kong
4.5K openings · Hong Kong SAR
Hire Offshore Engineers in Shanghai
5.4K openings · China
Maritime industries hiring this role
Shipping Companies hiring Offshore Engineers
Shipowners and operators across container, bulk, tanker, LNG, and specialised trades hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
Container Liners hiring Offshore Engineers
Global container lines, alliances, and feeder operators hiring across vessel and shore operations
Bulk Shipping Operators hiring Offshore Engineers
Dry bulk owners and operators across Capesize, Panamax, and Handysize fleets
Tanker Operators hiring Offshore Engineers
Crude, product, chemical, and gas tanker operators hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
LNG Shipping Operators hiring Offshore Engineers
LNG and LPG shipping operators hiring across specialised gas-carrier operations
Cruise Lines hiring Offshore Engineers
Ocean and river cruise operators hiring marine crew, hotel teams, and entertainment staff worldwide
Port Authorities hiring Offshore Engineers
Port authorities and operators running container, bulk, multi-purpose, and cruise terminals
Terminal Operators hiring Offshore Engineers
Global and regional terminal operators hiring across container, bulk, and energy terminals
Shipyards hiring Offshore Engineers
Newbuild and repair yards hiring across engineering, production, and project management
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Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Offshore Engineer in the global maritime market is around $155k, typically ranging from $112k to $217k based on rank, sea-time, type experience, and the maritime employer.