Electrical and Automation Engineer

American Bureau of Shipping; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Engineer to engage in complex engineering design reviews and analyses. This role requires a B.S. in Electrical or Mechanical/Marine Engineering, with a focus on electrical systems. You'll tackle challenging projects, offering technical advice and solving problems while ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving and communication skills, and be able to work autonomously or as part of a team. Join a forward-thinking company where your expertise will contribute to innovative engineering solutions and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical or Mechanical/Marine Engineering required.
• Masters or PhD preferred, with knowledge of electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed engineering review for compliance with regulations.
• Provide technical advice and draft accurate reports.
• Communicate workload status to team members.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Technical advice

Education

B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering

Masters / PhD Graduates

Tools

LV and HV systems design

Dynamic Positioning Systems

Cyber security principles

Job description

The Senior Engineer performs engineering design review and analysis assignments normally involving a major project or several smaller or less complex projects. These projects by nature of their complexity and difficulty require the fully competent application of conventional knowledge in a particular field of engineering or science. Through broader and more technically challenging work assignments, will develop a thorough understanding of policies, methods and procedures.

What You Will Do:

• With minimal or no supervision performs detailed engineering review of plans, as assigned, for compliance with applicable Rules, Regulations and contract commitments.
• Offers technical advice to field operations and other technical offices.
• Performs work which 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, faxes 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.
• Communicates 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.
  

What You Will Need:

Education and Experience

• B.S. Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical/Marine Engineering with specialization in electrical systems.

Preferred qualifications andskills

• Masters / PhD Graduates
• Knowledge of –
  • Design and installation of LV and HV systems (e.g. Generators, Switchboards, electric motors, frequency drives, etc.)
  • Installation of electrical equipment in hazardous areas.
• Propulsion control, automation principles, Cyber security
• Dynamic Positioning Systems
• Offshore process control systems

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated understanding and ability to apply fundamental classification and quality concepts, practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of related technical disciplines required.
• The ability to identify, analyze and propose solutions to problems (i.e., the competence to demonstrate complex problem-solving skills).
• Good command of the English language.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to work well with others.
• A working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental Management Systems (internal candidates only)
• Valid right to work in the UK

Direct Reports

None

Reporting Relationships:

The incumbent Generally reports to a Principal Engineer but may report to others depending on the specific of assignment. This position does not have any direct reports.