Also called: Gas Engineer, Cargo Engineer (LNG)
Runs the super-cold cargo systems on ships that carry liquefied natural gas at minus 260 degrees Fahrenheit.
On an LNG carrier, the cargo engineer monitors tank pressures and temperatures, runs the compressors and pumps during loading, and follows strict safety procedures because the cargo is extremely cold and flammable.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Bachelor's degree (4-year), about 4 years after high school. Maritime academy engineering degree, Coast Guard engineer license, and specialized gas tanker endorsements.
Ways in: 4-year college, Certification. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: Marine Engineering, Marine Engineering Technology.
Growing about average. LNG exports from the U.S. have grown rapidly.
Low risk for 10 years. Cargo automation helps monitor tanks, but running cryogenic gas systems safely needs licensed engineers on board.
Classes: Chemistry, Physics, AP Calculus.
Official data: O*NET occupation 53-5031.
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