Remote Marine Surveyor Jobs

Remote marine surveyor jobs are open across the U.S. in marine insurance, vessel inspection, and maritime risk consulting, at remote-first firms and distributed teams running assessments without requiring full-time field presence. Employers hiring remotely right now include Everforth ECS, PPG, and Alfa Laval. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles27
Top employerEverforth ECS
Top industryInsurance
Top credentialBachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
Companies hiring23

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Sales Representative; Protective & Marine Coatings, Boston/Northeastern US
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Sales Representative; Protective & Marine Coatings, Boston/Northeastern US
PPG
Wallingford, Connecticut
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
Healthcare Administration
Remote (US)
Associate's degree
10,000+

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Director, Marine Operations
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Director, Marine Operations
Lindblad Expeditions
Seattle, Washington
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$165k - $170k/yr
Remote (US)
201-500

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Machine Builder General, Business Developer (Metal, Paper & Marine)
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Machine Builder General, Business Developer (Metal, Paper & Marine)
Siemens
Alpharetta, Georgia
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
$91k - $157k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Marine Service Technician - Ballast Water Treatment System - Miami Florida Port area
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Marine Service Technician - Ballast Water Treatment System - Miami Florida Port area
Alfa Laval
Richmond, Virginia
Customer Support
IT Support
Technical Program Management
$37.5 - $40/hr
Remote (US)
10,000+

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Business Development Engineer (BDE), US Marine Corps
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Business Development Engineer (BDE), US Marine Corps
Motorola Solutions
California
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
Security Engineering
$100k - $140k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
10,000+

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Remote Marine Surveyor Job Market

Who's Hiring

Everforth ECS3 open roles
PPG2 open roles
Alfa Laval2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance
  • Distribution & Wholesale

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in remote marine surveyor jobs.

  • SAMS, NAMS, or IIMS certification or active membership required or preferred
  • Five or more years of seagoing or hands-on marine inspection experience
  • Proficiency in writing detailed survey reports for underwriters and vessel owners
  • Working knowledge of classification society rules, SOLAS, and MARPOL regulations
  • Experience with hull and machinery, cargo, or damage and casualty surveys
  • Degree in naval architecture, marine engineering, or a related technical field

Tips for Your Remote Marine Surveyor Job Search

Apply early to remote roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists remote marine surveyor openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your inspection background and apply directly. Remote postings at specialized firms fill faster than on-site roles, so checking current listings and applying promptly matters.

Show your remote inspection workflow clearly

Remote employers want proof you can complete a survey without in-person oversight. Describe your use of video-assisted inspection, digital reporting platforms, and photo documentation workflows in your resume and cover letter, referencing specific software by name whenever possible.

Build a sample report portfolio

A folder of anonymized or practice survey reports, cargo condition write-ups, or casualty assessments gives remote hiring managers something concrete to evaluate. Written communication is a core job function remotely, and a strong report sample demonstrates that skill directly.

Prepare for async technical screening

Many remote survey firms use written take-home assessments or recorded video interviews before scheduling live calls. Practice describing your inspection methodology and findings in writing as clearly as you would verbally, since your written clarity is part of what gets evaluated.

Remote Marine Surveyor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a remote marine surveyor job?

Target companies that have already built distributed inspection workflows, including marine insurance carriers, P&I clubs, and third-party survey firms that coordinate assessors nationwide. Remote employers screen hard for self-direction, clear written reporting, and proficiency with remote survey tools like digital inspection software and video-assisted walkthroughs. A portfolio of completed survey reports and documented findings gives you a concrete edge over candidates who can only describe their process verbally.

Which companies hire remote marine surveyors?

Companies hiring remote marine surveyors right now include Everforth ECS, PPG, and Alfa Laval, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. The employers most likely to hire remotely are marine insurance underwriters, loss control consultants, and classification society partners that manage assessors across wide geographic areas.

Can you get a remote marine surveyor job with no experience?

Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently with minimal supervision from day one. Companies most open to entry-level remote candidates tend to be survey support or documentation roles at insurance firms. Demonstrating strong written communication, familiarity with marine inspection standards, and completed coursework or certifications in naval architecture or marine technology can open doors in place of direct field experience.

Do you need a degree for remote marine surveyor jobs?

Not always. Many remote employers weigh professional credentials like SAMS, NAMS, or ACMS certification alongside or above a formal degree, particularly for insurance and casualty survey roles. Demonstrated knowledge of hull and machinery assessment, cargo inspection procedures, and digital reporting tools often matters more to hiring managers than the specific credential on your transcript.

Which industries hire the most remote marine surveyors?

The sectors hiring the most remote marine surveyors are Insurance and Distribution & Wholesale, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors rely on distributed survey networks to cover wide geographic territories without maintaining full-time regional staff at every port or waterway.

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