Occupation ยท SOC 17-2121
Marine Engineers and Naval Architects: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of marine engineers and naval architects can typically be done from home. The score of 50% means only part of the detailed job titles in this group were judged teleworkable. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 8,440 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $105,670 ($50.80 an hour).
US employment
8,440
Median annual wage
$105,670
Mean annual wage
$116,680
Median hourly wage
$50.80
Education and training
Typical education
Bachelor's degree
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Job zone
4
Considerable preparation
Pay by state
Top 5 by nominal pay
- District of Columbia$166,750
- California$128,750
- Texas$128,470
- Maryland$121,890
- South Carolina$119,990
Top 5 after cost of living
- District of Columbia$151,730
- Texas$132,370
- South Carolina$127,990
- Louisiana$120,740
- California$116,280
Step up: related remote jobs that pay more
| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aerospace Engineers | $134,830 | $29,160 (+27.6%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Electrical Engineers | $111,910 | $6,240 (+5.9%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $167,740 | $62,070 (+58.7%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. Virginia1,880
- 2. Florida600
- 3. Texas570
- 4. District of Columbia400
- 5. Washington330
- 6. Maryland320
- 7. Maine310
- 8. Pennsylvania270
- 9. California200
- 10. Hawaii110
States that pay the most
- 1. District of Columbia$166,750
- 2. California$128,750
- 3. Texas$128,470
- 4. Maryland$121,890
- 5. South Carolina$119,990
- 6. Florida$118,200
- 7. New Jersey$109,810
- 8. New York$109,040
- 9. Washington$107,100
- 10. Louisiana$106,500
Median annual wage. Based on 20 states and territories with published figures.
Related occupations
- Civil EngineersTeleworkable
- Industrial EngineersTeleworkable
- Mechanical EngineersOn-site
- Electrical EngineersTeleworkable
- Engineers, All OtherOn-site
- Architects, Except Landscape and NavalTeleworkable
- Architectural and Civil DraftersTeleworkable
- Electronics Engineers, Except ComputerTeleworkable
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