Offshore/Mechanical Engineer
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What You Will Do:
- You will lead and support Research and Development (R&D) initiatives focused on the evaluation, qualification, and advancement of emerging technologies for offshore and marine applications. Key responsibilities include assessing novel concepts, technologies, and system designs; conducting New Technology Qualification (NTQ) activities; and supporting Approval in Principle (AIP) assessments.
- You will work closely with the Contracted Research and Development (CRAD) team to identify strategic research opportunities, develop grant applications and technical research proposals, and support the delivery of funded projects. The role will also provide technical expertise to internal teams and cross-functional initiatives, contribute to client and industry engagements, and represent the organization at technical conferences, seminars, workshops, and other relevant industry forums.
- What You Will Need:
- Education and Experience
- Five (5) to seven (7) years relevant engineering experience in the energy industry, shipyard, design/consulting company, shipping/oil company, university, or classification society.
- Minimum of bachelor’s degree in mechanical/ marine/ environmental engineering or other related discipline; M.S. is preferred.
- Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of offshore facilities, with emphasis on drilling and production platform design, operations, and mechanical equipment and systems – including process, compression, pipeline, riser, injection, and marine piping systems (fresh water, seawater, lubrication oil, fuel oil, compressed air, hydraulic, and cryogenic piping).
- Knowledge also includes offshore hydrogen and ammonia production systems, electrolyzers, water treatment, storage, venting, and safety systems.
- Knowledge of general mechanical systems
- Awareness of emerging technologies and trends in the marine industry including emerging engines, fuels, power generation.
- Strong communicator with excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent command of the English language.
- Demonstrated ability to work well with others.
- Due to the scope of work, you'll need to be:
- US Citizen or Green Card Holder
- Working Conditions:
- Work is primarily sedentary. Occasionally exerting up to 10 pounds of force and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
- Reporting Relationships:
- Reports, assigned, to an MPE, SMPE, Manager or Director.
- Notice:
- This position requires access to information that is subject to control by the Export Administration Regulations and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Any offer of employment shall be contingent upon the Company’s verification that the candidate is a “U.S. Person” or upon the receipt of all necessary export licenses or authorizations that may be required by U.S. export control laws. “U.S. Persons” are defined as U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents (i.e., “green card” holders), or any individual granted protected status under the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)), including asylees and refugees. In the event a candidate refuses or cannot otherwise provide the necessary information for the Company to determine whether such licenses may be required, or for the Company to obtain any required licenses, the Company shall maintain the exclusive right to discontinue the application process and/or withdraw any contingent offer that has been made.
About American Bureau of Shipping
Nonprofit maritime classification society providing certification and verification services for marine and offshore assets.
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