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Offshore Engineers design, operate, and maintain offshore platforms, FPSOs, and subsea systems across the global upstream sector.

Median Salary
$165k
$119k – $234k
Demand Score
92/100
Very High
Monthly Openings
3K
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+9%
rolling 12 months

Market outlook

Demand for offshore engineers in the global energy market is exceptionally strong. Oil & gas operators, renewables developers, utilities, EPC contractors, mining companies, and energy software firms report a 9% year-on-year increase in Offshore Engineer mandates, driven by global upstream investment, LNG buildouts, offshore reactivation, and refining capacity expansions across the Middle East, North America, and Asia.

Compensation

Offshore Engineer compensation typically falls between $119k and $234k, with experienced offshore engs in the global energy market commanding $234k+ at leading operators, IPPs, utilities, and EPC majors. Total compensation often includes shift premiums, offshore or remote allowances, performance bonuses, and equity where applicable.

Career trajectory

Offshore Engineers typically progress to Petroleum Engineer, Pipeline Engineer roles, or into asset manager, subsurface lead, and head of operations tracks at operators and EPCs across the global hiring energy market.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The median salary for a Offshore Engineer in the global energy market is around $165k, typically ranging from $119k to $234k based on experience, asset class, and the energy employer.