Engineer

American Bureau of Shipping; Warrington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Warrington seeks an Engineer I to perform engineering design reviews and manage projects under supervision. This entry-level position requires a B.S. degree in relevant engineering disciplines and offers opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in relevant engineering fields required.
• Knowledge of technical disciplines.
• Good command of English for communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed engineering reviews of plans for compliance.
• Draft accurate reports and maintain communication with clients.
• Work as a team member with minimal supervision.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

B.S. degree in Civil, Chemical, Structural Engineering, or related disciplines

M.S. degree preferred

Job description

The Engineer I performs engineering design review and analysis assignments normally involving a major project or several smaller, 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, the incumbent will develop a thorough understanding of policies, methods, and procedures.

What You Will Do:

• Under the supervision of an experienced engineer or engineering manager, performs detailed engineering review of plans as assigned for compliance with applicable Rules, Regulations, and contract commitments.
• 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.
• Drafts technically accurate and timely reports, and responses to client letters, faxes, and other forms of communication for review by an experienced engineer or engineering manager.
• 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.
• May propose technical advice to field operations and other technical offices.
• May propose new approaches to problems encountered and make recommendations for changes in methods, procedures, or designs.
• May work directly with clients to identify and resolve problems in technical expertise.
• Works as a team member within the group. May work autonomously, once trained, with minimal supervision.
• 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 in Civil, Chemical, Structural Engineering, Ocean Engineering, or other related disciplines; an M.S. may be preferred.
• The following are new hire requirements for university graduates and experienced engineers from the industry (either I or II):

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 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.
• Ability to obtain a working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management Systems.

Reporting Relationships:

• The incumbent will report to a senior-level engineer or technical manager. This position has no direct reports.