How much does a 3rd Engineer earn?
💰 3rd Engineer earns between $2,000 on Reefer and $10,770 on Cable laying vessel .
📊 The average salary in May 2026 was $4,058 /month.
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Updated: June 2026
Average offer per month for the 3rd Engineer position
Average salaries for 3rd Engineer on different types of vessels
📈 LNG Tanker & LPG Tanker vessels consistently offer the highest 3rd Engineer salaries, reaching up to $7,855/month.
Desired salary distribution for 3rd Engineer
💬 Seafarers 3rd Engineer want on average +10 % more than companies offer; the gap is moderate but noticeable.
Number of offers for 3rd Engineer
🔢 Most job offers come between April 2026 and May 2026, suggesting seasonal hiring trends.
Rates for Top 10
Full crew rates for top 10 types of vessels:
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