Engine Department
Junior Engineer — Global Hiring Overview
Junior Engineers support engine-room operations and complete watchkeeping training aboard merchant and offshore vessels.
Median Salary
$36.0k
$25.9k – $50.4k
Demand Score
92/100
Very High
Monthly Openings
4.4K
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+16%
rolling 12 months
Market Outlook
Demand for junior engineers in the global maritime market is exceptionally strong. Maritime employers report a 16% year-on-year increase in Junior Engineer mandates, driven by fleet renewal, decarbonisation retrofits, and the global engineer shortage.
Salary Trend
Junior Engineer compensation typically falls between $25.9k and $50.4k, with experienced jr engineers in the global maritime market commanding $50.4k+ 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.
Career Path
Junior Engineers typically progress to Fourth Engineer, Engine Cadet roles, or into chief engineer, technical superintendent, and fleet engineering leadership across the global hiring maritime market.
Key Responsibilities
- •Assist with engine watches under supervision
- •Carry out routine PMS
- •Support overhauls and inspections
Qualifications
- •Engineering cadet completion
- •STCW basic safety
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Junior Engineer jobs by city
Junior Engineer jobs in Dubai
8.1K openings · $46.8k
Junior Engineer jobs in Abu Dhabi
6.4K openings · $46.1k
Junior Engineer jobs in Fujairah
5.5K openings · $37.8k
Junior Engineer jobs in Doha
6.8K openings · $46.8k
Junior Engineer jobs in Ras Laffan
5.7K openings · $39.6k
Junior Engineer jobs in Dammam
6.2K openings · $39.6k
Junior Engineer jobs in Jeddah
6.4K openings · $39.6k
Junior Engineer jobs in Muscat
4.8K openings · $37.8k
Junior Engineer jobs in Manama
4.4K openings · $39.6k
Junior Engineer salary insights
Junior Engineer salary in Dubai
$46.8k
Junior Engineer salary in Abu Dhabi
$46.1k
Junior Engineer salary in Fujairah
$37.8k
Junior Engineer salary in Doha
$46.8k
Junior Engineer salary in Ras Laffan
$39.6k
Junior Engineer salary in Dammam
$39.6k
Junior Engineer salary in Jeddah
$39.6k
Junior Engineer salary in Muscat
$37.8k
Junior Engineer salary in Manama
$39.6k
Hiring by maritime industry
Shipping Companies hiring Junior Engineers
Shipowners and operators across container, bulk, tanker, LNG, and specialised trades hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
Container Liners hiring Junior Engineers
Global container lines, alliances, and feeder operators hiring across vessel and shore operations
Bulk Shipping Operators hiring Junior Engineers
Dry bulk owners and operators across Capesize, Panamax, and Handysize fleets
Tanker Operators hiring Junior Engineers
Crude, product, chemical, and gas tanker operators hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
LNG Shipping Operators hiring Junior Engineers
LNG and LPG shipping operators hiring across specialised gas-carrier operations
Cruise Lines hiring Junior Engineers
Ocean and river cruise operators hiring marine crew, hotel teams, and entertainment staff worldwide
Port Authorities hiring Junior Engineers
Port authorities and operators running container, bulk, multi-purpose, and cruise terminals
Terminal Operators hiring Junior Engineers
Global and regional terminal operators hiring across container, bulk, and energy terminals
Shipyards hiring Junior Engineers
Newbuild and repair yards hiring across engineering, production, and project management
Related specialties
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Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Junior Engineer in the global maritime market is around $36.0k, typically ranging from $25.9k to $50.4k based on rank, sea-time, type experience, and the maritime employer.