Senior Engineer II
American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Spring • Texas • United States
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About the role
- Under the supervision of an experienced engineer or engineering manager, performs detailed engineering review of plans assigned for compliance with applicable Rules, Regulations, and contract commitments.
- Performs work that involves conventional engineering practices but may include moderately complex problems such as the resolution of conflicting design requirements, material standards or coordination of activities among other disciplines.
- Applies intensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of technical responsibility.
- Drafts technically accurate and timely reports, and responses to client letters, and other forms of communication for review by an experienced engineer or engineering manager.
- Prepare accurate and timely weekly reports and billing on all work performed.
- Communicate the status of the current workload to all appropriate members of the team to ensure the needs of the clients will be met.
- Liaise with flag administration for technical interpretations, equivalencies, or exemptions.
- May propose technical advice to field operations and other technical offices.
- May propose new approaches to problems encountered and make recommendations for changes in methods, procedures, or designs.
- May work directly with clients to identify and resolve problems in technical expertise.
- Works as a team member within the group. May work autonomously, once trained, with minimal supervision.
- Implements and maintains ABS Quality System requirements relative to responsibilities after undergoing ABS Quality System training.
Requirements
- B.S. degree in Marine engineering, Mechanical engineering, or other related disciplines; an M.S. may be preferred.
- Minimum two (2) to eight (5) years of experience working in relevant military or government vessel experience and be familiar with marine systems and Firefighting designs.
- Engineering experience in a shipyard, NAVSEA, USCG, design/consulting office, shipping/oil company, or a classification society is preferred.
- Applicant must be a U.S. person with the ability to successfully obtain and maintain Secret Clearance.
- Should have advanced practical industry-related experience.
- Knowledge of related technical disciplines including military or government vessel experience and be familiar with Marine Piping and firefighting system design and verification.
- Knowledge of applicable Rules and Regulations and impact of Rule applications and interpretations.
- Knowledge of USCG requirements and familiarity with SOLAS and MARPOL are desired.
- The human relations skills necessary to maintain positive client contacts and provide leadership and motivation to subordinate staff and peers.
- Candidate must possess excellent technical, interpersonal, communication, and writing skills. A client service mindset is required.
- Candidate must possess the ability to multi-task and work well in a team environment, but also have the focus and discipline to work independently.
- Candidate should have a meticulous and detail-oriented demeanor with a desire to work in a design review capacity.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English verbally and in writing.
- Ability to identify, analyze, and solve complex or unique engineering problems.
- Ability to undertake short- and long-term planning to provide for efficient and effective scheduling of work assignments.
- A working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental Management Systems (internal candidates only).
Benefits
- medical insurance (PPO and HD)
- dental and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Savings Account (FSA)
- life insurance
- accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- disability leave programs
- parental leave program
- paid holidays
- paid vacation time
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
- 401K plan with a generous company match
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
Marine engineeringMechanical engineeringFirefighting system designMarine piping designEngineering principlesTechnical report writingProblem resolutionDesign reviewTechnical interpretationQuality system implementation
Soft Skills
Interpersonal skillsCommunication skillsLeadershipMotivationClient service mindsetMulti-taskingDetail-orientedTeamworkIndependent workAnalytical problem solving
Certifications
B.S. degreeM.S. degree (preferred)Secret Clearance