Marine Engineering career scope in India

Long hours by the beach wondering about the mysteries that lie beyond those blue waters or choosing a sea destination for every family vacation because you can’t get enough of those blue waters? Then marine engineering would be a perfect job for you. Hours, days, weeks and months in those deep waters working having fun and of course having an overflowing bank account.

What is Marine Engineering?

It is a branch of engineering that deals with architecture and science. This particular subject is named so because of the researches conducted in the oceans, coastal regions or inland waters connected to the sea. Marine engineers, unlike ocean engineers, are responsible for the ship’s technical management. They select the machinery of the ship like its diesel engines and steam turbines and gas turbines. They are equally responsible for the design of mechanical, electrical, fluid and control systems throughout the ship. In fact, they are a part of the ship’s crew who are in charge of the technicians and craftspeople. The role of marine engineers has widened and smoothened with the advancements in science and technology.

Courses of Marine Engineering in India

To get a job as a marine engineer you need to have a B.E degree as minimum criteria. The Indian Institute of Technology provides courses in marine engineering. The colleges where you can pursue this UG degree are:

• Marine Engineering and Research Institute, Kolkata
• Chennai School of Ship Management, Tamil Nadu
• College of Engineering, Visakhapatnam
• Mohamed Sathak Engineering College, Tamil Nadu
• Maharashtra Academy of Naval Education &Training, Pune
• Vels Academy of Maritime Studies, Chennai
• Tolani Maritime Institute, Pune

SKILLS REQUIRED TO BECOME A MARINE ENGINEER

• Strong in solving problems
• Excellent in Maths. There shall be a lot of numbers to deal with.
• Good expertise in IT.
• A strong communication skill.
• Team management ability.
• Expertise in CAD and CAM (Computer-aided design and Computer-aided manufacturing)
• You need to learn how to prioritize work and plan effectively.
• Have budget management skills.

Marine Engineering career scope in India

The career opportunities are immense in private, educational, corporate and governmental sectors. You can work either onshore or offshore. The latter is quite demanding as you have to stay away from the land for months on end. However, if a government job is what you want, Marine engineering can land you up in the Naval services. Apart from the lucrative salary and perks, it is a matter of pride and joy to serve the country in the waters. Aspirants can also get opportunities in marine metals and corrosion, renewable energy, remote sensing, offshore oil recovery, underwater vehicles and marine transportation. Starting off as a Fifth (junior) engineer, the promotions depends on the efficiency shown.