Offshore/Mechanical Engineer

American Bureau of Shipping (ABS); Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

HSA

FSA

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Disability leave

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) is seeking a Senior or higher Marine/Mechanical Engineer to drive research and development on offshore machinery and systems. You’ll engage with offshore platforms, process systems, and injection operations, contributing to safety and regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes knowledge of carbon capture, hydrogen, ammonia, and CCS technologies, with strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years in the energy industry, shipyard, design/consulting, shipping/oil, university, or classification society.
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical/marine/engineering or related discipline; MS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work on offshore facilities, especially drilling and production platforms.
• Understand design and operation of process systems, including pipelines, risers, and injection systems.
• Familiar with CCS, hydrogen, and ammonia production systems.
• Familiar with electrolyzer, water treatment, storage systems, venting, and offshore safety systems.
• Experience with platform layout and system integration, including hazardous areas and space constraints.
• Participate in HAZOPs, risk assessments, process safety reviews, and design reviews.
• Help develop operating plans and procedures for offshore process and injection operations.
• Understand classification, regulatory, and technical requirements for offshore and marine systems.
• Provide technical support for offshore mechanical equipment and systems.
• Technical publications or industry involvement is a plus.

Skills

Offshore machinery

CO2 injection

CCS tech

Marine piping

Platform design

HAZOPs

Safety reviews

Offshore safety

Regulations offshore

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical/marine engineering

MS degree preferred

Job description

Job Description

Are you passionate about being at the forefront of emerging technologies in maritime and offshore industries? ABS is a leading Classification Society driven by its mission of promoting the security of life and property and preserving the natural environment. In fulfilling this mission, ABS leads research and develops guidance and requirements focused on the safety of implementing new technology in the marine and offshore environment. As a Senior or above Marine/ Mechanical Engineer, you will be actively engaged in driving industry‑leading research and development associated with machinery and systems for offshore applications.

What You Will Do

• Experience working on offshore facilities, especially drilling and production platforms.
• Good understanding of how offshore platforms are designed and operated, including process systems, compression, pipelines, risers, and injection systems.
• Familiarity with offshore CO 2 injection, carbon capture and storage (CCS), hydrogen, and ammonia production systems.
• Familiarity with electrolyzer, water treatment, storage systems, venting, and offshore safety systems.
• Experience with platform layout and system integration, including hazardous areas, space and weight limits, access, fire and safety, and day-to-day operation.
• Experience participating in HAZOPs, risk assessments, process safety reviews, and design reviews.
• Ability to help develop operating plans and procedures for offshore process and injection operations.
• Understanding of classification, regulatory, and technical requirements for offshore and marine systems.
• Experience providing technical support for offshore mechanical equipment and systems.
• Technical publications, presentations, or involvement in industry groups is a plus.

What You Will Need

Education and Experience

• Minimum of seven (7) years relevant engineering experience in the energy industry, shipyard, design/consulting company, shipping/oil company, university, or classification society.
• Minimum of bachelor’s degree in mechanical/ marine/ engineering or other related discipline; M.S. is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of offshore platforms machinery and systems including evolving technologies e.g., Carbon capturing (both pre and post combustion), CO 2 transportation. Basic understanding of marine piping systems (e.g., fresh water, sea water, lubrication oil, fuel oil, compressed air, hydraulic system, cryogenics piping etc.
• Knowledge of general mechanical systems
• Awareness of emerging technologies and trends in the marine industry including emerging engines, fuels, power generation.
• Strong communicator with excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent command of the English language.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others.

Due to the scope of work, you'll need to be:
US Citizen or Green Card Holder

Working Conditions

Work is primarily sedentary. Occasionally exerting up to 10 pounds of force and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Reporting Relationships

Reports, assigned, to an MPE, SMPE, Manager or Director.

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

ABS Bureau proudly offers a variety of industry‑leading benefits designed to enhance the life and well‑being of our employees and their families.

• 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.

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. #ogjs