How much does a Chief Engineer earn?
💰 Chief Engineer earn between $3,684 on General Cargo and $24,750 on LPG / LNG .
📊 The average salary in July 2025 was $9,747 /month.
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Updated: July 2025
Average offer per month for the Chief Engineer position
Average salaries for Chief Engineer on different types of vessels
📈 Jack-up Platform & LPG / LNG vessels consistently offer the highest Chief Engineer salaries, reaching up to $18,176/month.
Desired salary distribution for Chief Engineer
💬 The requested salary for Chief Engineer exceeds employer offers by +10 % – the candidate market clearly sets the tone.
Number of offers for Chief Engineer
🔢 Most job offers come between July 2024 and November 2024, suggesting seasonal hiring trends.
Rates for Top 10
Full crew rates for top 10 types of vessels:
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