Coast Guard Officer Subspecialty · Engineering
CG-OAP16 Marine Safety Engineering
An officer subspecialty earned alongside a primary designator, marking advanced education or experience in this field.
Overview
Marine Safety Engineering officers serve as the Coast Guard's technical experts in commercial vessel and offshore safety and design. During their first tour, they review vessel plans for compliance with Coast Guard standards, advise field personnel during casualties, and develop new safety standards.
Core Skills
- marine engineering analysis
- vessel plan review
- offshore facility safety
- regulatory compliance
- naval architecture
- casualty technical support
- engineering standards development
- risk assessment
- technical writing
Civilian Software & Tools
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Autodesk Revit
- Bentley MicroStation
- Dassault Systemes SolidWorks
- The MathWorks MATLAB
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Project
- Adobe Acrobat
Civilian Career Paths
- Mechanical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Architectural Certified Drafter
- Autodesk AutoCAD Certified User
- Certified Energy Manager (CEM) · Funded
- Certified Instructional Trainer (CIT)
- Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) · Funded
Career Growth
- Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM)
- Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) · Funded
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP) · Funded
- Corrosion Specialist Certification · Funded
- Corrosion Technologist
What the Work Involves
- Perform monitoring activities to ensure that ships comply with international regulations and standards for life-saving equipment and pollution preventatives.
- Evaluate product designs for safety.
- Investigate industrial accidents, injuries, or occupational diseases to determine causes and preventive measures.
- Maintain and apply knowledge of current policies, regulations, and industrial processes.
- Study design proposals and specifications to establish basic characteristics of craft, such as size, weight, speed, propulsion, displacement, and draft.
Related Occupations
- Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- Occupational Health and Safety Technicians
- Environmental Compliance Inspectors
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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