Fourth Engineer Jobs

Fourth engineer jobs are open across maritime shipping, offshore drilling, and power generation, at levels from entry-level to senior watch officer, with specializations in propulsion systems, electrical plant operations, and auxiliary machinery. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles29
Top stateNorth Carolina
Top employerWinston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools
Top cityWinston-Salem, NC
Work type60% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Rochester-Long Term Substitute Teacher-Fourth Grade
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Rochester-Long Term Substitute Teacher-Fourth Grade
Rochester School District
Rochester, Washington
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
$23k - $44k/yr
Teaching Certification
201-500

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Adjunct Faculty, Research and Fourth-Year Core Academics
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Adjunct Faculty, Research and Fourth-Year Core Academics
Samuel Merritt University
California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Coding & Billing
$600 - $8,000/yr
Remote (US)
Doctoral degree
201-500

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Fourth Grade Math and Science Teacher (26-27)
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Fourth Grade Math and Science Teacher (26-27)
Gateway Charter School
Fort Myers, Florida
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
$53k - $62k/yr
Teaching Certification
51-200

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Sales & Design Specialist-Berkeley Fourth St
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Sales & Design Specialist-Berkeley Fourth St
MillerKnoll
Berkeley, California
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
$22 - $23/hr
10,000+

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Fourth Grade Classroom Teacher (Elementary 26-27 SY)
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Fourth Grade Classroom Teacher (Elementary 26-27 SY)
SouthSide Elementary Charter School
Providence, Rhode Island
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
$42k - $73k/yr
On-Site
Teaching Certification

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Fourth Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools5 open roles
Lynchburg City Schools3 open roles
Starbucks2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in fourth engineer jobs.

  • Valid USCG Third or Fourth Engineer Officer license for the applicable vessel tonnage
  • STCW Basic Safety Training certification including survival craft and firefighting
  • Hands-on experience with diesel propulsion systems, boilers, or gas turbine plants
  • Ability to stand independent engineering watches and maintain an engine room log
  • Proficiency in preventive maintenance scheduling and work order documentation
  • Experience with auxiliary systems including pumps, heat exchangers, and purifiers

Tips for Your Fourth Engineer Job Search

Tailor your license and watchkeeping experience

List your Coast Guard license class, your STCW endorsements, and the vessel types you've stood watch on. Hiring managers compare these details directly against the minimum safe manning document requirements for the specific vessel.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists fourth engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings by vessel type and trade route

Filter for the vessel class you're licensed on, whether tanker, container ship, or OSV. Companies hiring for Jones Act coastwise trades often have different drug testing and documentation requirements than deepwater offshore operators, so read each posting carefully before applying.

Document your sea service hours accurately

Many fourth engineer postings require verified sea time for license upgrades or union dispatch eligibility. Pull your discharge book or Coast Guard sea service letter before applying so you can confirm your hours match the posting's stated minimums on day one.

Prepare for practical and oral technical interviews

Expect interviewers to walk you through a casualty scenario, like loss of lube oil pressure or a main engine trip at sea. Walk through your actions in order: immediate safety steps, casualty report, isolation, and repair. Generic answers about teamwork won't satisfy a chief engineer.

Negotiate rotational schedule before accepting an offer

Rotation length, travel allowance to the vessel, and paid time off between hitches vary widely across operators. Confirm these terms in writing before you sign, because renegotiating mid-contract on a ship is far harder than it is in a shore-side role.

Fourth Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most fourth engineers?

The companies hiring the most fourth engineers right now include Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools, Lynchburg City Schools, and Starbucks, with the largest share of openings in North Carolina, Virginia, and Arizona, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Offshore operators and Jones Act carriers tend to post the highest volumes, particularly during crew rotation cycles.

How many fourth engineer jobs are remote?

About 40% of fourth engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, vessel-based nature of most roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer any shore-side or hybrid arrangements are marine technical superintendent positions and fleet maintenance coordinator roles that grow out of sea-going engineering careers.

How do you become a fourth engineer?

Start by completing an approved maritime engineering program at a state maritime academy or a Coast Guard-approved training course. Accumulate the required sea service hours in an unlicensed engine department rating, then apply to the Coast Guard for your Third or Fourth Engineer Officer license. Passing the written and practical exams qualifies you to stand an independent engineering watch.

How do you get hired as a fourth engineer with little experience?

Focus on roles specifically posted as entry-level or license-upgrade positions, which some operators use to bring new officers aboard under a senior engineer's supervision. Highlight any unlicensed engine department time, academy training vessel hours, and STCW endorsements prominently. Union hiring halls, particularly in the marine engineers' unions, also dispatch entry-level licensed officers to vessels when openings arise.

What does the fourth engineer interview process look like?

Most fourth engineer interviews begin with a review of your license, sea service record, and STCW certificates. Expect technical questions about engine room watchkeeping duties, casualty response procedures, and your familiarity with the specific vessel type. Some operators conduct a practical assessment or oral board with a chief engineer before making an offer, particularly for deepwater offshore or Jones Act positions.

Where can I find and apply to fourth engineer jobs?

You can find and apply to fourth engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your license class and vessel experience, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.

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