Chief engineer
MOST SENIOR AND QUALIFIED ENGINEER IN A SHIP
Chief Engineer Officer; Chief Engineer; Leitender Ingenieur; Engineer-in-chief
A chief engineer, commonly referred to as "ChEng" or "Chief", is the most senior engine officer of an engine department on a ship, typically a merchant ship, and holds overall leadership and the responsibility of that department.Marine Chief Engineer As a person who holds one of the most senior roles on the ship, they must have excellent communication and leadership skills.