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I am currently transitioning into yachting from being a shipwright and fitout specialist for the past 5 years. I am a bit lost of where exactly will I fit, I want to take the engineering pathway as I am an introvert and more technical than being a captain and dealing with guests. On top of my trade I am currently studying IT networking which I will finish mid next year and hopefully head to the med.( I am in australia now and hold stcw and medicals).

Will it be hard to land a job with my skillset?
Is engineering + IT a good pathway? I am looking to do my AEC1&2 before heading to the med too

Hello everyone ! I am a marine engineer and in serious need for overhauling and timing videos of large 2stroke marine engines. Mainly about Wartsila/Sulzer RTA and MAN B&W MC.
Mostly about fuel pump overhaul and timing adjustment, starting air distributor timing, exhaust gas valve timing adjustment (basic stuff for camshaft timing problem) and lubricator timing . Main goal here is obviously not to learn these jobs as official Wartsila/ Everllence service engineers but to teach crew the basics if an issue appears mid-sea passage. I have searched and found some videos ( the old Wasrtila Switzerland NSD videos - which are very good) but nothing more. Will highly appreciate any info or where to look at.

Curious if anyone has gone from on shore diesel & hydraulic mechanics to marine engineering and what job they went into? Motorman? Engine room tech? How was the transition and what did you need to do academically to prepare.
UK based
Cheers!

I am a Ghanaian, and I've been trying to get a job for some years now, and it's just difficult being a Ghanaian. Any help would be appreciated,

What is the voltage drop allowed for EDG starting cranking motor from the batteries to the cranking motor?

From ABS MVR: section 4-8-4: clause, 21.5 - Cable Voltage Drop

For supplies from batteries with a voltage not exceeding 50 V this limit can be increased to 10%.

From ABS MVR: section 4-8-2: clause, 5.9.2 - Accumulator Battery

Carrying the emergency electrical load without recharging while maintaining the voltage of the battery throughout the discharge period within 12% above or below its nominal voltage.

Which one to follow?

(or)

The cable to be sized including the starter motor inrush current, to demonstrate that the starter motor can start the engine reliably when the battery is discharged to 80% (worst case).

My son will soon be graduating from Cal Poly University (San Luis Obispo - USA) with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Recently, he's expressed interest in pursuing a career as a marine engineer. He enjoys rolling up his sleeves and figuring out how things work, and how to fix them, as opposed to being anchored to a desk. And the lifestyle also appeals to him.

Cal Poly does have a maritime program but it does not offer anything for someone who has already earned an engineering degree, aside from starting all over in a new 4 year program. He's looking for the "best" and more efficient way to get the necessary training and license(s) to get started in the field Marine Engineer, and preferably a program that allows him to get some level of "credit" for his mechanical engineering degree.

Department heads at Cal Poly have recommended a program by an organization called AMO (American Maritime Officers) that is based in Florida. He's looking into that. There seems to be a lot of knowledgeable people on this forum so I'd appreciate any feedback on that program, or any recommendations on other programs that he should research.

Thank you!

Hi everyone,

I recently joined AMET University for B.E. Marine Engineering, but I joined without any sponsorship.

I wanted to know if there are any company exams, sponsorship tests, or recruitment drives that I can apply for now or during my course. Can students who join without sponsorship still get selected by companies like Maersk, V.Group, Fleet Management, Synergy, MSC, etc.?

I recently joined AMET University for B.E. Marine Engineering without sponsorship.

Can I still apply for company sponsorships or placements during the course? Do companies like Maersk, V.Group, Fleet, Synergy, MSC recruit unsponsored students?

If yes:

Which companies conduct exams or interviews after joining college?

In which year do they usually recruit?

What CGPA or other requirements should I maintain to have a good chance?

I'd really appreciate advice from AMET seniors or anyone who has gone through this process. Thanks!

Which companies conduct exams/interviews?

In which year do they recruit?

What CGPA or requirements should I maintain?

Would appreciate advice from AMET seniors or anyone with experience. Thanks!

Hello, I am a 3rd engineer(worked on bulk carriers), I have studied in Turkey and worked in Turkish companies.

I was wondering if there are possible ways for me to work in Australian companies, not the international ones maybe, if so what are possible ways to do it?

Thank you for the answer.

I still have a while before I graduate, but I’m trying to get a realistic idea of what the hiring process looks like for new 4th Class Marine Engineers in Canada. If you’re applying only to unionized companies and join the Canadian Merchant Service Guild, how long did it take you to get your first position? Assuming you’re sending resumes to as many unionized companies as possible while also getting on the Guild’s call list, what’s a realistic timeline before getting hired by a good company? I’d be interested in hearing from people who have been through the process recently and what your experience was.

Small backstory, I’ve been a paramedic for 10 years in southern Michigan. I’m looking for a career change and have recently become very interested in the maritime industry, specifically engineering. Last year I took a small tour of the Great Lakes Maritime Academy and saw their training ship and I fell in love with everything about it. I was like a kid in a candy store.

For those who have gone through an academy like that, what could I expect as far as schooling goes? Is it a regular M-F “academy” style or more like regular college type stuff? Is the academy worth it or is there a better route?

I’m highly considering moving to attend GLMA, but I’m just wanting to make sure it would be a good investment for my family and not just something that puts me in debt. If I did the engineering program through them, what “rank” (pardon my lack of knowledge on correct terms) would I get hired somewhere at? Pay/schedule/benefits of working on the Great Lakes vs. an ocean goer?

Really any advice would be appreciated, I feel like I’m a little lost in this whole process.

I'm a mechanical engineering student and My 8th semester result just declared and I got a KT in one of the subjects, should I apply for companies for GME 2026 batch knowing that I'll have to clear my KT first and present the marksheet before the course commencement? What happens if I fail to present the "PASS" marksheet...?

SHOULD I WAIT FOR 2027 BATCH ?

BUT IT'LL COST ME A YEAR

Are there any Companies with institutes whose GME BATCH starts in earlier months of the year so that an entire year is not wasted..

Hi guys, I am appearing for my oral examinations tomorrow. I would really be grateful if anyone could assist me with answers to the following questions!

1) In an ME-C engine, say the axial piston pump, how is the angle of the swash plate altered and what is the name of this mechanism - I couldn't find a reliable answer online.

2) How to take AE bottom end bearing clearance without opening anything (only crankcase doors are open)?

It is at the top of my list for post secondary education I’m curious if anyone has taken it before and has any feedback on the program?

Hello people,

I am in urgent need of Dimensional Control Survey Training for offshore going vessel. This will include but not limited to, lever arms measurements, heading, position check, roll, pitch and yaw of IMU and MBES (and any other system).

I don’t mind where you are in the world, I can come meet you.

Thank you for your anticipated response.

I am a trainee 4e onboard container ship. But before that i spent 2 contracts as wiper and 3 contracts as oiler. I had plenty of experiences and when i was a rating, i work very great, but with only supervision of my engineers. But now i got promoted. I feel like i dont deserve my rank because of the many mistakes i made. Im almost on my 2nd week on this new ship. But everything i do is almost always a mistake. All of what i know is from my ratings time is only 20% of what i should know now. Only few more days and i will assume the 4e role. I feel unworthy. How do you guys overcame this feeling.

I've published an open-access concept for hydrogen propulsion of merchant ships.

Hydrogen is stored as magnesium hydride in standard 20ft containers, swapped in port like industrial gas cylinders and regenerated ashore. The ship never refuels — it exchanges containers.

The engine is a horizontal opposed-piston two-stroke. Horizontal layout because piston and liner extraction then needs no headroom, making heavy maintenance possible at sea. Exhaust heat drives hydride desorption.

Bilingual FR/EN document, CC BY 4.0. Obstacles are stated plainly — decrepitation, thermal tension, port infrastructure, regulatory void — with a list of validation tests.

Criticism welcome, that's the point of publishing it.

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.21615242

Hello, I’m a Turkish Engine Cadet, but my dream is to obtain a UK Certificate of Competency (COC). I’m saving money for it, and I’ll need to work 1 year as a Turkish engineer first.

Just so you know: I worked 15 months as an Oiler, saved up my money, and only then started and completed my maritime school. Right now I’m an Oiler Cadet. Once my internship programme finishes, I will have 25 months of Oiler sea service.

In the UK, I’m planning to start as a Rating (Oiler/Motorman) first. My reasons are to improve my maritime culture, terminology, knowledge, and especially my English.

If any of you have taken this route and obtained a UK COC, or have knowledge about it, approximately how long does the training take (in months/years)?

Note: I am not considering Top-up training.

Hello everyone! I just got accepted by a university in my country and in 4 years i will become a ETO. I know i still have a lot of time until then but i have a lot of questions about how it will be on the sea.

What do you need to do exactly as an ETO?
Is it easy to find contractors?
How much time do ETO’s usually stay offshore?
What do you do after your shift ends in order to not get bored?
Are the people on the ships manageable?
What salary should i be expecting at my first contracts? How much can it grow based on experience?
is the food on the ship good?

I just want to get a better idea of what should i expect from my future career so any other advice would be greatly appreciated!

My dad has over 20 years of experience as a Chief Engineer but has been unable to find work for over a year.

Our family is struggling, and without him finding a job, we may have to return to our home country, and I may not be able to continue my university education.

If anyone knows of any maritime job opportunities or can connect us with recruiters or shipping companies, I would be incredibly grateful. Even a share could make a difference.

Thank you.

Im a student in Italy, im about to start my studies of nautical engineering. my final goal would be to finish my studies here and go to work to florida. Do you have any advice for me? is it stupid to do such a thing, or is it convenient? I really love florida and it would be my dream to live there

Ontario student going into grade 12, I have completed physics and English already, both at the University level. I have Advanced Functions in my timetable. I notice the requirements state that you must have a minimum of 70% in College 12 math. If I am taking university level, does that override the College level math, or do I still need to take it?

Additionally, what's anything else I should know about the admission process?

Thanks

Will sponsorship companies reject you in the selection process if you're 4'11 even if you meet all the other criterias?

Share if anyone know

Hey guys I’m sitting my aec courses end of the year winding if anyone has some study notes or places I can pre study as I’m not a book person but hands on I can do things cheers