Question : from 3/E to ETO?
23y, South Korean. career : Sailed for 3 years on self unloading Cement Carriers. Current Rank: 3rd Engineer.
llicenses : Class 2 Engineer (in korea, STCW Reg. III/ 2 - Unlimited) + ETO CoC.
Education : Currently a Junior (3rd yr, transfer student) in Electrical Engineering (B.S.). & expected graduation next year
according to QS, my university's rank is about 100th
Goal: LNGC ETO
First. does having a 3/E background + an EE degree actually make me a strong candidate? Or do companies strictly prefer pure electrical guys?
Second. Since I'm new to gas, I'm willing to swallow my pride and start from scratch as a Trainee ETO or Cadet. Is it weird for an ex-3/E to apply for trainee spots? Would companies even consider someone with my rank for an entry-level role?
Third. Is the LNG sector actually hiring "outsiders" with this kind of profile right now?
Any advice from current ETOs or hiring managers would be super helpful. Ty :)
ps. in korea, ETO not be on board, 3/E & 4/E is in charge of electrical work