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Hire Second 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 second engineers. Post your requirement and get matched in days, not months.
Median Salary
$132k
$95.0k – $185k
Demand Score
95/100
Very High
Monthly Openings
5.8K
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 second engineers in the global maritime market is exceptionally strong. Maritime employers report a 14% year-on-year increase in Second Engineer mandates, driven by fleet renewal, decarbonisation retrofits, and the global engineer shortage.
Compensation context
Second Engineer compensation typically falls between $95.0k and $185k, with experienced 2/es in the global maritime market commanding $185k+ 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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Maritime industries hiring this role
Shipping Companies hiring Second Engineers
Shipowners and operators across container, bulk, tanker, LNG, and specialised trades hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
Container Liners hiring Second Engineers
Global container lines, alliances, and feeder operators hiring across vessel and shore operations
Bulk Shipping Operators hiring Second Engineers
Dry bulk owners and operators across Capesize, Panamax, and Handysize fleets
Tanker Operators hiring Second Engineers
Crude, product, chemical, and gas tanker operators hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
LNG Shipping Operators hiring Second Engineers
LNG and LPG shipping operators hiring across specialised gas-carrier operations
Cruise Lines hiring Second Engineers
Ocean and river cruise operators hiring marine crew, hotel teams, and entertainment staff worldwide
Port Authorities hiring Second Engineers
Port authorities and operators running container, bulk, multi-purpose, and cruise terminals
Terminal Operators hiring Second Engineers
Global and regional terminal operators hiring across container, bulk, and energy terminals
Shipyards hiring Second Engineers
Newbuild and repair yards hiring across engineering, production, and project management
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Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Second Engineer in the global maritime market is around $132k, typically ranging from $95.0k to $185k based on rank, sea-time, type experience, and the maritime employer.