Senior Engineer Walkthrough - Escape From Duckov

What to know

• Find him mainly in the South Warehouse during specific quests.
• Difficult to locate due to random spawn chances and player competition.
• Uses an M4 with armor-piercing rounds, requiring strong gear and preparation.
• Defeating him is necessary for quest progress such as the Secret Data mission.
• Unlocks advanced crafting capabilities upon completion.
• Considered an endgame encounter with high-tier loot and new gameplay opportunities.

After a dozen hours in Escape from Duckov, you’ll soon hear rumors about the elusive Senior Engineer, an advanced NPC tied closely to major quests and base upgrades. As a high-level foe, facing this duck is a rite of passage for anyone pushing through the game’s extraction shooter grind.

How to find the Senior Engineer in South Warehouse

While many players spend hours searching, current community discussions confirm that the Senior Engineer commonly spawns at the South Warehouse, especially during quests or higher alert levels. The area is heavily guarded and can host multiple enemy types, so bringing armor and high-damage gear is recommended. Players may need several attempts as the Engineer doesn’t always appear, leading to long waits or intense firefights against other groups seeking his loot.

Spawn tips

Be prepared

Since you might have to run the map multiple times, go in with essential gear (armor, good weapon, medkits) so you are ready if he appears.

Clear the area

Some users say he defeated them “because I had not cleared out the area beforehand.” So securing the yard and containers might reduce risk.

Look for landmarks

Cargo box piles, boxes stacked into a “castle”, the inner yard of the warehouse zone.

Check containers

One Reddit comment mentions “near the containers” as the left-of-op mark.

Understand randomness

Don't assume he will always spawn; multiple runs may be needed.

Use a gasmask or safe area if needed

In one discussion, there was mention of “gas” in the ravine/underground route: “You will need the cellar key to get down there and a gasmask to not die from all the gas.” While this may refer to another area/spawn, it shows that environment hazards may affect how you approach the zone.

Step-by-step guide for defeating the Senior Engineer

Step 1 - Unlock the Mission

Advance your quest line until the "Secret Data" mission or equivalent unlocks Senior Engineer as an objective.​

Step 2 - Prepare Your Loadout

Gather top-tier gear, including armor (preferably class 5 or higher), medical supplies, and weapons capable of dealing sustained damage to well-armored foes.​

Step 3 - Reach the South Warehouse

Navigate to the South Warehouse, being cautious of regular patrols and rival players. Take a stealthy or calculated approach depending on your loadout.​

Step 4 - Locate the Spawn

Confirm spawn by scouting container areas and cover points, as the Engineer is notorious for camping near the left-side containers.​

Step 5 - Engage the Target

Engage using cover, firepower, and fast healing as needed. Aim to break his armor first and be aware of his accurate burst-fire attacks.​

Step 6 - Secure Loot and Extract

Loot dropped items and quest rewards, then extract safely to the bunker. Submit quest progress for crafting upgrades and new NPC unlocks.

Senior Engineer: rewards