Engineer I – GES Structures and Stability

Jobtailor; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ABS in Spring, TX seeks a Naval Architect/Structural Engineer to support ship design reviews and stability analyses. You will perform FE analyses, develop FE models with FEMAP and NASTRAN, and prepare technical reports aligned with ABS rules. Collaboration with engineers to resolve complex issues is essential.

The role emphasizes adherence to ABS standards, timely deliverables, and the ability to communicate findings clearly to internal teams and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Civil, Structural, Naval Architecture, Ocean or Mechanical Engineering.
• U.S. Citizen with ability to obtain security clearance.
• Experience with stability analyses and related rules/regulations.
• Experience with engineering software for calculations and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with ship structure, stability, and load line reviews.
• Perform engineering design review and analysis assignments.
• Prepare principal calculations and FE analyses to predict vessel integrity.
• Develop FE models using FEMAP and solve analyses with NASTRAN.
• Prepare technical reports and ensure ABS standards compliance.

Skills

Finite Element Method

Stability Analysis Software

Engineering Design Review

U.S. Government Compliance

Technical Report Preparation

Education

B.S. Civil/Structural/Naval Architecture/Marine Eng

Tools

FEMAP

NASTRAN

GHS

NAPA

Job description

• Assist with ship structure, stability, and load line reviews
• Perform engineering design review and analysis assignments for major or smaller projects
• Support U.S. government agencies, including the U.S. Navy, MSC, U.S. Coast Guard, MARAD, and NOAA, through classification and certification services for surface vessels
• Perform detailed engineering reviews of ship structural plans and stability analyses for compliance with applicable rules, regulations, and contract commitments
• Prepare principal calculations, including hand calculations and computer-aided engineering analyses, to predict vessel structural integrity
• Perform classical stress calculations, finite element stress analysis, and fatigue analysis
• Develop finite element models using FEMAP and solve finite element analyses using NASTRAN
• Prepare technical reports and collaborate with other engineers to resolve problems
• Maintain the technical quality, content, consistency, continuity, and timeliness of assigned projects to ABS standards
• Implement and maintain ABS Quality System requirements after required training
• Report to a senior-level engineer or technical manager; no direct reports

Requirements

• U.S. Citizen
• Must have or be able to attain a security clearance
• B.S. degree in Civil, Structural Engineering, Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or another related discipline
• 0 to 5 years of related engineering experience in a shipyard, design/consulting office, shipping/oil company, or classification society
• Demonstrated computer literacy in engineering software
• Experience with stability software such as GHS, NAPA, or equivalent required
• Demonstrated experience performing stability analyses in accordance with relevant rules and regulations
• Exposure to the Finite Element Method through coursework or supervised research
• Knowledge of related technical disciplines
• Ability to identify, analyze, and propose solutions to complex problems
• Good command of the English language
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing
• Ability to work well with others
• Ability to obtain working knowledge of ABS Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management Systems
• Candidate must qualify as a U.S. Person or obtain necessary export licenses/authorizations under U.S. export control laws

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in ship structure, stability, and load line reviews, with a strong foundation in engineering design analysis and compliance with relevant regulations. Proficient in performing finite element analysis and stability calculations using industry-standard software.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Finite Element Analysis
• Stability Analysis Software
• Engineering Design Review
• U.S. Government Compliance
• Technical Report Preparation

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Finite Element Method
• Classical Stress Calculations
• Computer-Aided Engineering
• Principal Calculations
• Engineering Software Proficiency

Soft Skills

• Problem Solving
• Communication Skills
• Team Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

• Security Clearance Eligibility

Industry Keywords

• Ship Structure
• Stability Analysis
• Classification Society
• Naval Architecture
• Marine Engineering

Tools & Technologies

• FEMAP
• NASTRAN
• GHS
• NAPA