American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) · 7 hours ago
Senior/Principal Structural Engineer - Technology
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
5+ years expAmerican Bureau of Shipping (ABS) is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and innovative safety services. They are seeking a Senior/Principal Structural Engineer to lead and conduct applied research and development related to marine and offshore structures, ensuring high-quality service delivery and maintaining industry relationships.
EnergyMarine TransportationNon ProfitRenewable EnergyShipping
Responsibilities
Identifies and proposes Technology programs and projects in the field of technical expertise to manage. Recommends priorities for projects within Technology
Plans for and budgets programs and projects as assigned by management
Serves as a leader or key member of technical project teams. Responsible for carrying out assigned duties to complete projects on schedule and within budget
Ensures high-quality service delivery and maintains good relations with customers and coworkers
Stays actively informed concerning technical, business, and management developments affecting ABS and its customers and communicates this information promptly to management
Actively promotes the services and capabilities of ABS throughout the technical and business community
Writes and presents technical papers and reports concerning expertise and work performed
Provides day-to-day leadership and advice on areas of technical expertise to Technology and Engineering staff
Responsible for developing suggested Rule changes and/or Rule development projects as assigned. Provides expert advice in matters related to the application of Rules and Regulations
Ensures that all ABS Quality System requirements regarding technical work within assigned areas of responsibility are fulfilled
Performs selected engineering reviews and analyses
Qualification
Required
B.S. degree in Naval Architecture, Civil/Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Ocean Engineering or other related disciplines
A strong background in marine and offshore structures
Minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional experience in a shipyard, design/consulting office, shipping/oil company, university, or classification society
Professional or chartered engineer license
Ability to lead project bidding and execution either independently or in a team setting
Ability to read engineering plans and understand shipbuilding practices and vessel Commands in English
Essential technical writing skills and experience of preparing formal reports and papers
Knowledge of department-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 clients and peers
Ability to communicate orally and in writing
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
Obtain a working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management Systems
Preferred
M.S. or Ph. D
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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Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Patrick Ryan
Senior Vice President & Chief Technology Officer
Stamatis Fradelos
VP of Regulatory Affairs
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