Engineer I, Senior

American Bureau of Shipping (ABS); Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (PPO)

Dental and vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401K plan with company match

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) is seeking a Senior Engineer I to lead engineering staff and oversee a mix of major and smaller projects. The role requires applying extensive engineering knowledge, ensuring quality, and coordinating across functions to meet client needs.

The candidate should have a BS in Civil/Marine/Naval Architecture or related field, plus substantial experience, with licensing or ongoing professional credentials considered a plus.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Civil, Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, or related; MS preferred.
• 5 years of related experience (new hires) for university grads; 10+ years for experienced engineers; or 2 years as Engineer II.
• Licenses: seagoing engineering or professional/chartered engineer license (nice to have).
• Knowledge of ABS Rules, Regulations, and related procedures; strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides day-to-day leadership of Engineering staff.
• Assigns projects to Engineers and monitors progress.
• Ensures delivery of high-quality service and maintains customer relations.
• Reviews work and provides guidance and training.
• Participates in development and changes of ABS Rules.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication (English)

Cross-functional coordination

Education

BS in Civil/Marine/Naval Architecture/Ocean Engineering

MS preferred

Seagoing or chartered engineer license

Job description

The Senior Engineer I is responsible for the activities related to an assigned organizational element, program, project, or task. Will normally plan, conduct, and supervise engineering design reviews and analysis assignments 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 engineering or scientific field. Project work and assignments may be broad, requiring ingenuity and cross-functional coordination.

What You Will Do

• Provides day-to-day leadership of Engineering staff assigned.
• Assigns projects to Engineers and monitors the progress of all assigned projects.
• Ensures the delivery of high-quality service and maintenance of good customer relations.
• Devises new approaches to problems encountered and makes recommendations for changes in methods, procedures, or design where necessary.
• Monitors the technical quality, content, consistency, continuity, and timeliness of action of all assigned projects.
• Applies intensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of technical responsibility.
• Performs engineering reviews and analyses when necessary.
• Reviews other engineers' work and provides appropriate guidance and training when necessary.
• Participates in the development and changes of Rules.
• Advises assigned staff in matters related to the application of Rules and Regulations.
• Prepares written responses to clients in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintains liaison with other engineering specialists internally and externally.
• Monitors the performance, development potential, and training needs of engineers assigned.
• Keeps management informed of manpower needs.
• Develops or assists in the development of qualification statements, proposals, bids, and other presentation materials.

What You Will Need

• Education and Experience B.S. degree in Civil, Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, or other related disciplines; an M.S. is preferred
• The following are new hire requirements for university graduates and experienced engineers from the industry:
• Graduate from University and a minimum of five (5) years of related experience.
• For those with Machinery backgroundsB.S. degree in Marine, Piping, Fire-Fighting or Mechanical Engineering or other related disciplines
• At least ten (10) years of related engineering experience in a shipyard, design/consulting office, shipping/oil company, or a classification society; or two (2) years as an Engineer II.
• Seagoing engineering license or professional/chartered engineer license.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Should have advanced practical industry-related experience.
• Knowledge of 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 client contacts and provide leadership and motivation to subordinate staff and peers.
• Ability to identify, analyze and solve complex or unique engineering problems.
• Ability to undertake short- and long-term planning to provide for efficient and effective scheduling of work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English verbally and in writing.
• 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 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.

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
• The Company provides an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) that offers support in personal wellness, including work-life services.
• ABS Bureau also offers a 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.