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American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) · 2 days ago

Engineer, Senior

1701 City Plaza Drive, Spring, TX, 77389, US

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

2+ years exp

American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) is seeking a Senior Engineer for their Rules & Standards Department to lead strategic Rule Development projects that enhance safety and environmental protection. The role involves acting as project lead, collaborating with various departments, and ensuring the technical quality of projects related to maritime and offshore industries.

EnergyMarine TransportationNon ProfitRenewable EnergyShipping

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Act as project lead and primary author for major Rule development projects

Develop Proposed Rule Changes

Collaborate with subject matter experts across ABS (Technology, Engineering, Survey, Sustainability, etc)

Engage external stakeholders (e.g., Technical Committee Members, clients, Flag Administrations, etc)

Identify operational readiness needs. Initiate development of Freedom and Engineering Software updates, training, quality system documents, etc

Maintain awareness of Rule development needs and assist in development of short- and long-term plans

Ensures the technical quality, content, consistency, continuity and timeliness of all projects within assigned area of responsibility

Qualification

Civil EngineeringStructural EngineeringNaval ArchitectureMechanical EngineeringRegulationsWriting skillsProblem-solving abilityHuman relations skillsPlanning abilityABS systems

Required

B.S. degree in Civil, Structural Engineering, Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, Marine, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or other related disciplines

Currently a Senior Engineer or minimum two (2) years experience working as an ABS Engineer II

Excellent writing skills

Command of the English language

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 relationships with stakeholders and peers

Ability to develop and implement logical solutions to complex problems

Ability to undertake short- and long-term planning to provide for efficient and effective scheduling of work assignments

Needs to be familiar with the ABS Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental Management System

Preferred

M.S. degree in Civil, Structural Engineering, Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, Marine, Mechanical, 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

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