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What is life like as an Ocean Engineer

What is the every day life of an Ocean Engineer, how often do you travel and what are the different opportunities given? #work #ocean #engineer #engineering #ocean-engineer

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Laura’s Answer

Hi although I don't have direct experience in Marine I've worked in the wind energy sector which is offshore. In Ireland we have a huge resource and potential for marine energy however unlike the wind industry we haven't found a 'go to technology' yet . There are a few successful ones like the Pelamis and the OWC but I think this industry is at the early stages of it's time.
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Sheila’s Answer

Hello Sklar:

Thank you for your question. Although I'm not an Ocean (Marine) Engineer, I've researched your question and hope you find the info helpful.

Marine engineers and naval architects typically work in offices, where they have access to computer software and other tools necessary for analyzing projects and designing solutions. Sometimes, they must go to sea to test or maintain the ships that they have designed or built.

Marine engineers and naval architects who work on power generation projects, such as offshore wind turbines and tidal power, work along the coast—both offshore and on land. They also sometimes work on oil rigs, where they oversee the repair or maintenance of systems that they may have designed.

Naval architects often lead teams to create feasible designs, and they must effectively use the skills that each person brings to the design process.

Most marine engineers and naval architects work full time and some work more than 40 hours per week. Marine engineers who work at sea will work a schedule tied to the operations of their particular ship. Those who work onshore will have somewhat more regular work schedules. Naval architects, and marine engineers who are engaged primarily in design, are much more likely to work a regular schedule in an office or at a shipyard.

I wish you much success on your journey. Best of luck to you!

~ Sheila

Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics. . . . https://www.bls.gov/ooh/architecture-and-engineering/marine-engineers-and-naval-architects.htm#tab-3

Sheila recommends the following next steps:

From the main link above, navigate to "What They Do": - -> https://www.bls.gov/ooh/architecture-and-engineering/marine-engineers-and-naval-architects.
From the main link above, navigate to "How to Become One": - -> https://www.bls.gov/ooh/architecture-and-engineering/marine-engineers-and-naval-architects.htm#tab-4
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