American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) · 2 hours ago
Engineer I, Senior
New Orleans, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expAmerican Bureau of Shipping (ABS) is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and other innovative safety, quality, and environmental services. The Senior Engineer I is responsible for leading engineering staff, overseeing project assignments, and ensuring high-quality service delivery while applying advanced engineering principles in various projects.
EnergyMarine TransportationNon ProfitRenewable EnergyShipping
Responsibilities
Provides day-to-day leadership of Engineering staff assigned. Assigns projects to Engineers and monitors the progress of all assigned projects. Ensures the delivery of high-quality service and maintenance of good customer relations
Devises new approaches to problems encountered and makes recommendations for changes in methods, procedures, or design where necessary
Monitors the technical quality, content, consistency, continuity, and timeliness of action of all assigned projects
Applies intensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of technical responsibility. Performs engineering reviews and analyses when necessary. Reviews other engineers' work and provides appropriate guidance and training when necessary
Participates in the development and changes of Rules. Advises assigned staff in matters related to the application of Rules and Regulations
Prepares written responses to clients in accordance with established procedures
Maintains liaison with other engineering specialists internally and externally
Monitors the performance, development potential, and training needs of engineers assigned. Keeps management informed of manpower needs
Develops or assists in the development of qualification statements, proposals, bids, and other presentation materials
Qualification
Required
B.S. degree in Civil, Structural Engineering, Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, or other related disciplines
Graduate from University and a minimum of five (5) years of related experience
Demonstrated computer literacy in engineering software
Exposed to Finite Element Method (course work or supervised research)
At least ten (10) years of related engineering experience in a shipyard, design/consulting office, shipping/oil company, or a classification society; or two (2) years as an Engineer II
B.S. degree in Marine, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering or other related disciplines
Seagoing engineering license or professional/chartered engineer license
Advanced practical industry-related experience
Knowledge of related technical disciplines
Knowledge of applicable Rules and Regulations and the impact of Rule applications and interpretations
Knowledge of company business policies and procedures
The human relations skills necessary to maintain positive client contacts and provide leadership and motivation to subordinate staff and peers
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
Ability to communicate effectively in English verbally and in writing
Ability to obtain a working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management Systems
Preferred
M.S. degree in Civil, Structural Engineering, Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, or other related disciplines
Professional or chartered engineer license
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
Company
American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)
Since its founding in 1862, ABS has been committed to setting standards for safety and excellence as one of the world’s leading ship classification organizations.
5001-10000 employees
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