Remote 3rd Engineer Jobs

Remote 3rd engineer jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first firms and distributed engineering teams, with demand active in energy, maritime, and industrial automation sectors. Employers hiring remotely right now include Saint-Gobain, PharMerica, and Fresh Approach Benefits. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles15
Top employerSaint-Gobain
Top industryChemicals
Top credentialHigh school diploma or GED
Companies hiring7

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3rd Party Plan Analyst
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3rd Party Plan Analyst
PharMerica
Louisville, Kentucky
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Success
Partnerships & Business Development
Remote (US)
Managed care
5,001-10,000

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Maintenance Technician/Mechanic II - 3rd Shift
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Maintenance Technician/Mechanic II - 3rd Shift
Saint-Gobain
Clearwater, Florida
Maintenance & Repair
Manufacturing Operations
Mechanical Engineering
Skilled Trades
Remote (US)
Military encouraged

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Production Supervisor - 3rd shift
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Production Supervisor - 3rd shift
Saint-Gobain
Portage, Wisconsin
Factory & Production Work
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
$82k - $139k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree

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Sales Trainer and Builder - Employee Benefits Leadership- 3rd Generation Family Agency!
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Sales Trainer and Builder - Employee Benefits Leadership- 3rd Generation Family Agency!
Fresh Approach Benefits
Minnetonka, Minnesota
Account Management
Customer Success
Sales
$75k - $125k/yr
Remote (US)

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Team Sales Manager - Employee Benefits Leadership- 3rd Generation Family Agency!
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Team Sales Manager - Employee Benefits Leadership- 3rd Generation Family Agency!
Fresh Approach Benefits
Saint Louis Park, Minnesota
Business Strategy
Growth Marketing
Product Management
$75k - $125k/yr
Remote (US)

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Remote 3rd Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

Saint-Gobain6 open roles
PharMerica2 open roles
Fresh Approach Benefits2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Chemicals & Materials

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in remote 3rd engineer jobs.

  • Valid USCG Merchant Mariner Credential with 3rd Assistant Engineer endorsement
  • STCW Basic Safety Training certification current and in force
  • Experience maintaining diesel propulsion and auxiliary machinery systems
  • Ability to maintain an independent engineering watch on vessels of 1000+ horsepower
  • Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems and engine room logs
  • TWIC card or eligibility to obtain one before vessel assignment

Tips for Your Remote 3rd Engineer Job Search

Apply early to remote roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists remote 3rd engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through unrelated postings.

Show async communication skills upfront

Remote employers for 3rd engineer roles need to know you can report system status, flag anomalies, and document maintenance decisions clearly in writing. Add a short work sample or incident summary to your application materials that demonstrates this without being asked.

Highlight remote monitoring tool experience

Name specific platforms you have used for condition monitoring, predictive maintenance, or remote operations, such as OSIsoft PI, Aveva, or similar industrial systems. Remote hiring managers scan for these directly because they signal you can operate without physical access to equipment.

Prepare for asynchronous technical interviews

Many remote 3rd engineer hiring processes include a written scenario round where you diagnose a system fault from a data log or report rather than a live verbal exchange. Practice structuring your diagnostic reasoning in plain written English before your first remote interview.

Remote 3rd Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a remote 3rd engineer job?

Remote 3rd engineer roles go to candidates who can demonstrate self-direction and clear written communication alongside technical competency. Remote employers screen for experience with predictive maintenance systems, remote monitoring software, and async reporting, since you won't have a supervisor walking the engine room with you. Candidates who can document their troubleshooting process and communicate system status clearly in writing stand out in remote hiring.

Which companies hire remote 3rd engineers?

Employers currently hiring remote 3rd engineers include Saint-Gobain, PharMerica, and Fresh Approach Benefits, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote 3rd engineer roles are most common at energy technology companies, remote operations centers, and distributed industrial firms that manage assets or machinery across multiple locations.

Can you get a remote 3rd engineer job with no experience?

Yes, but remote entry-level 3rd engineer roles are harder to land because employers expect you to troubleshoot and make decisions independently without on-site supervision. Your best opening is with smaller remote operations firms or condition monitoring vendors who hire junior engineers to support experienced staff asynchronously. Demonstrating hands-on simulator hours, relevant certifications, and strong written technical communication can substitute for direct experience in these contexts.

Do you need a degree for remote 3rd engineer jobs?

Not always. Many remote employers weigh a third engineer license or equivalent certification more heavily than a formal degree, since the credential directly validates your technical competency. Demonstrated experience with remote monitoring platforms, documented maintenance outcomes, and a clear record of independent system management can carry significant weight alongside or instead of a degree.

Which industries hire the most remote 3rd engineers?

Remote 3rd engineer roles concentrate in Chemicals & Materials, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors rely on distributed teams managing equipment, vessels, or industrial systems from multiple locations, which makes remote engineering oversight a practical staffing model.

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