Engineer I - GES Structures and Stability

American Bureau of Shipping (ABS); Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

401K plan with company match

Paid holidays

Paid vacation time

Job summary

American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) is seeking an Engineer I to assist with ship structure, stability and load line reviews. You will perform engineering design review and analysis on major and smaller projects, applying conventional engineering knowledge with increasing independence on broader assignments. The role supports U.S.

government classification and certification services for surface vessels and requires U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil/Structural/Naval Architecture or related discipline; M.S. may be preferred.
• 0–5 years of related engineering experience in shipbuilding, design/consulting, or classification settings.
• Experience with stability analyses and generic ship structural rules.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, perform detailed engineering review of ship structural plans and stability analyses for compliance with Rules and contracts.
• Prepare first-principle calculations or use CAE tools to predict structural integrity of vessels.
• Perform classical stress calculations, finite element analysis, and fatigue assessment.
• Utilize FEMAP for model development and NASTRAN solution.
• Prepare technical reports and collaborate with engineers to resolve issues.
• Maintain quality, content, and timeliness per ABS standards.

Skills

Stability analysis

Finite element analysis

GHS/NAPA

Engineering calculations

Communication

Education

B.S. degree in Civil/Structural/Naval Architecture

Tools

GHS

NAPA

FEMAP

NASTRAN

Job description

Job Description

ABS Government Engineering Services (GES) is searching for an Engineer I to assist with ship structure, stability and load line reviews. This person will perform 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 ideal candidate will develop a thorough understanding of policies, methods and procedures.

Individual will support U.S. government agencies (US Navy, US Military Sealift Command (MSC), US Coast Guard, MARAD, NOAA, etc.) by performing various classification and certification services for surface vessel. Individual will need to be U.S. Citizen. Must have or be able to attain a security clearance.

What You Will Do

• Under the supervision of an experienced engineer or engineering manager, performs detailed engineering review of ship structural plans and stability analyses as assigned for compliance with applicable Rules, Regulations and contract commitments.
• Prepared first principal calculations or using computer aided engineering tools to predict the structural integrity of the vessel.
• Perform classical stress calculations, finite element stress analysis, and fatigue analysis.
• Use of finite element modeling techniques, primarily FEMAP for finite element model development and NASTRAN finite element solution.
• Prepare technical reports and work with other engineers to find resolutions to problems.
• Maintain the technical quality, content, consistency, continuity, and timeliness of action of all assigned projects to ABS standards.
• Implements and maintains ABS Quality System requirements relative to responsibilities after undergoing ABS Quality System training.
• Prepared calculations by hand or using computer aided engineering tools to predict the structural integrity of the vessel.

What You Will Need

• B.S. degree in Civil, Structural Engineering, Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other related disciplines; an M.S. may be preferred.
• 0 to 5 years of related engineering experience in a shipyard, design/consulting office, shipping/oil company, or a classification society.
• Demonstrated computer literacy in engineering software; experience in software related to stability such as GHS, NAPA, or other equivalent software required.
• Demonstrated experience in performing stability analyses in accordance with relevant Rules and Regulations.
• Exposed to Finite Element Method (course work or supervised research).

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.
• Familiarity with the ABS Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental Management Systems (internal candidates only).
• Ability to obtain a working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management Systems.

It Would Be Nice If You Had

Professional or chartered engineer license.

Reporting Relationships

The incumbent reports to a senior level engineer or technical manager. This position does not have any direct reports.

Notice

• This position requires access to information that is subject to control by the Export Administration Regulations and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Any offer of employment shall be contingent upon the Company’s verification that the candidate is a "U.S. Person" or upon the receipt of all necessary export licenses or authorizations that may be required by U.S. export control laws. "U.S. Persons" are defined as U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents (i.e., "green card" holders), or any individual granted protected status under the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), including asylees and refugees. In the event a candidate refuses or cannot otherwise provide the necessary information for the Company to determine whether such licenses may be required, or for the Company to obtain any required licenses, the Company shall maintain the exclusive right to discontinue the application process and/or withdraw any contingent offer that has been made.

About Us

We set out more than 160 years ago to promote the security of life and property at sea and preserve the natural environment. Today, we remain true to our mission and continue to support organizations facing a rapidly evolving seascape of challenging regulations and new technologies. Through it all, we are anchored by a vision and mission that help our clients find clarity in uncertain times.

ABS is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and other innovative safety, quality, and environmental services. We’re at the forefront of supporting the global energy transition at sea, the application of remote and autonomous marine systems, cutting-edge technical solutions, and many more exciting advancements. Our commitment to safety, reliability, and efficiency is ever-present, guiding our clients to safer and more efficient operations.

About Our 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) that offers support in personal wellness, including work-life services
• 401K plan with a generous company match, subject to plan requirements

Equal Opportunity

ABS Bureau is committed to the equal employment opportunity of its employees and prohibits discrimination against any employee or qualified applicant based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status or veteran status, or other non-work-related characteristics that may be protected under the law of the Federal Government or specific state employment laws.

Notice

ABS and Affiliated Companies (ABS) will not pay a fee to any third-party agency without a valid ABS Master Service Agreement (MSA) authorized and signed by Human Resources. Any resume, CV, application, or other forms of candidate submission provided to any employee of ABS without a valid MSA on file will be considered property of ABS, and no fee will be paid.

Other

This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job of the incumbent. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making a fair decision regarding the pay structure of the job.