Engineer I/II
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What You Will Do:
- Under the supervision of an experienced engineer or engineering manager, performs detailed engineering review of plans as 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.
- Drafts technically accurate and timely reports, and responses to client letters, faxes, and other forms of communication for review by an experienced engineer or engineering manager.
- Prepares accurate and timely weekly reports and billing on all work performed.
- Communicates the status of the current workload to all appropriate members of the team to ensure the needs of the clients will be met.
- 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.
- What You Will Need:
- Education and Experience
- B.S. degree in Civil, Structural Engineering, Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, or other related disciplines; an M.S. may be preferred.
- The following are new hire requirements for university graduates and experienced engineers from the industry (either I or II):
- Graduate from University:
- A. For those with seven (7) years or fewer Hull backgrounds or experience
- Demonstrated computer literacy in engineering software.
- Exposed to the Finite Element Method (coursework or supervised research).
- B. For those with seven (7) years or fewer Machinery backgrounds or experience
- B.S. degree in Marine, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering or other related disciplines.
- Experienced Engineer from Industry A or B:
- A. Hull:
- Exposed to Finite Element Method (coursework or supervised research).
- Seven (7) years or more of related engineering experience in a shipyard, design/consulting office, shipping/oil company, or a classification society or
- Professional or chartered engineer license and four (4) years or more of related engineering experience in a shipyard, design/consulting office, shipping/oil company, or classification society.
- B. Machinery:
- Seagoing engineering license or professional/chartered engineer license and four (4) years or more of related engineering experience in a shipyard, design/consulting office, shipping/oil company, or classification society.
- Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of related technical disciplines required.
- The ability to identify, analyze and propose solutions to problems (i.e., the competence to demonstrate complex problem-solving skills).
- Background knowledge of artificial intelligence, machine learning, deep learning, generative AI, digitalization, robotics, and data analytics, with an interest in evaluating and reviewing their applications in the maritime industry.
- Experience with data-driven decision-making, automation technologies, and robotics systems is considered an advantage.
- Good command of the English language.
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
- Ability to work well with others.
- Ability to obtain a working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management Systems.
- Reporting Relationships:
- The incumbent will report to a senior-level engineer or technical manager. This position has no direct reports.
Qualifications
- A. For those with seven (7) years or fewer Hull backgrounds or experience
- Demonstrated computer literacy in engineering software.
- Exposed to the Finite Element Method (coursework or supervised research).
- B. For those with seven (7) years or fewer Machinery backgrounds or experience
- B.S. degree in Marine, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering or other related disciplines.
- Exposed to Finite Element Method (coursework or supervised research).
- Seven (7) years or more of related engineering experience in a shipyard, design/consulting office, shipping/oil company, or a classification society or
- Professional or chartered engineer license and four (4) years or more of related engineering experience in a shipyard, design/consulting office, shipping/oil company, or classification society.
- Seagoing engineering license or professional/chartered engineer license and four (4) years or more of related engineering experience in a shipyard, design/consulting office, shipping/oil company, or classification society.
- Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of related technical disciplines required.
- The ability to identify, analyze and propose solutions to problems (i.e., the competence to demonstrate complex problem-solving skills).
- Background knowledge of artificial intelligence, machine learning, deep learning, generative AI, digitalization, robotics, and data analytics, with an interest in evaluating and reviewing their applications in the maritime industry.
- Experience with data-driven decision-making, automation technologies, and robotics systems is considered an advantage.
- Good command of the English language.
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
- Ability to work well with others.
- Ability to obtain a working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management Systems.
- The incumbent will report to a senior-level engineer or technical manager. This position has no direct reports.
Preferred Qualifications
- B.S. degree in Civil, Structural Engineering, Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, or other related disciplines; an M.S. may be preferred.
About American Bureau of Shipping
Nonprofit maritime classification society providing certification and verification services for marine and offshore assets.
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