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American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) · 1 month ago

Senior Electrical Engineer - Technology Americas

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) is a leading Classification Society focused on promoting safety and preserving the environment in maritime and offshore industries. The Senior Electrical Engineer will engage in research and development activities related to electrification and hybridization of marine and offshore technologies, as well as develop guidelines and assess new technologies. This role involves collaboration with clients and technical teams to drive innovation and ensure adherence to regulations.

EnergyMarine TransportationNon ProfitRenewable EnergyShipping

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop suggested Rule changes and/or Rule development projects as assigned. Advises staff in matters related to the application of Rules and Regulations

Assists in the development of qualification statements, proposals, and bids; make the presentation of these materials to prospective clients when necessary

Supports ABS’ technical community of electrical/automation & control engineers’ network during discussions of technical subject matter in the area of expertise

Writes and presents technical papers in the area of expertise and on the work developed

Participates in industrial societies and maintains activities and future developments in the area of expertise

Maintains an active awareness of technical, business, and management developments affecting the present and potential customers and communicates this information promptly to the appropriate senior-level managers

Offers technical advice to field operations and other technical offices

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

Proposes new approaches to problems encountered and makes recommendations for changes in methods, procedures, or designs

Drafts technically accurate and timely reports, and responses to letters, e-mails, and other forms of communication

Interacts with clients to identify and resolve problems in the area of technical expertise

Prepares 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

Works as a team member within the group but may work autonomously most of the time

Implements and maintains ABS Quality System requirements relative to responsibilities after undergoing ABS Quality System training

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringPower system analysisEnergy storage systemsDynamic positioning systemsEngineering softwareData analysisCommunication skills

Required

Minimum of Five (5) years relevant engineering experience in a shipyard, design/consulting office, shipping/oil company, university, or classification society

Minimum of bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or other related disciplines

Knowledge of new technology energy storage systems, such as battery system type installations onboard vessels

Knowledge of AC and DC power generation and power distribution systems

Knowledge of power system analysis such as short circuit calculation, protection coordination studies, power flow, harmonics analysis, arc flash analysis, etc

General understanding of design, installation and tests of PV Solar and/or Wind assisted power generation onboard vessels

General understanding of design, installation, and tests of multiple electrical equipment deployed in marine and offshore applications (such as electric motors, variable frequency drives, transformers, switchgear, generator control, etc.)

General understanding of dynamic positioning systems and their electrical and control requirements as per classification societies

Strong communicator with excellent oral and written communication skills

Excellent command of the English language

Demonstrated computer literacy in engineering software (such as SKM Power Tools etc.)

Some knowledge of data analysis and modeling

Demonstrated ability to work well and instruct others

Preferred

M.S. in Electrical Engineering or other related disciplines

Company

American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)

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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.

Founded in 1862

Houston, Texas, USA

5001-10000 employees