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Hire Subsea 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 subsea engineers. Post your requirement and get matched in days, not months.
Median Salary
$155k
$112k – $217k
Demand Score
86/100
High
Monthly Openings
1.2K
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+12%
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 subsea engineers in the global maritime market is robust. Maritime employers report a 12% year-on-year increase in Subsea Engineer mandates, driven by the offshore oil & gas upcycle and the buildout of offshore wind across Europe, Asia, and the US.
Compensation context
Subsea Engineer compensation typically falls between $112k and $217k, with experienced subsea 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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Maritime industries hiring this role
Shipping Companies hiring Subsea Engineers
Shipowners and operators across container, bulk, tanker, LNG, and specialised trades hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
Container Liners hiring Subsea Engineers
Global container lines, alliances, and feeder operators hiring across vessel and shore operations
Bulk Shipping Operators hiring Subsea Engineers
Dry bulk owners and operators across Capesize, Panamax, and Handysize fleets
Tanker Operators hiring Subsea Engineers
Crude, product, chemical, and gas tanker operators hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
LNG Shipping Operators hiring Subsea Engineers
LNG and LPG shipping operators hiring across specialised gas-carrier operations
Cruise Lines hiring Subsea Engineers
Ocean and river cruise operators hiring marine crew, hotel teams, and entertainment staff worldwide
Port Authorities hiring Subsea Engineers
Port authorities and operators running container, bulk, multi-purpose, and cruise terminals
Terminal Operators hiring Subsea Engineers
Global and regional terminal operators hiring across container, bulk, and energy terminals
Shipyards hiring Subsea Engineers
Newbuild and repair yards hiring across engineering, production, and project management
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Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Subsea 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.