Senior Marine Surveyor | ABS Compliance & Classification

American Bureau of Shipping (ABS); San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401K plan

Paid holidays

Paid vacation time

Job summary

American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) is seeking a Surveyor II or above to evaluate vessels and marine structures during construction against ABS Rules and applicable SOLAS, Loadline, Tonnage, and Pollution Prevention standards. You will work under supervision to report on compliance and safety requirements.

Responsibilities include performing routine surveys, preparing precise reports, and maintaining survey files, with direct client contact to resolve issues.

Qualifications

• Engineering or physical science program (2-year minimum) required.
• Marine/nautical institution with seagoing experience and relevant certification may be required.
• Ability to read engineering plans and understand shipbuilding practices.

Responsibilities

• Acts as a professional specialist applying ABS rules, guides and regulations.
• Performs routine surveys on classed vessels and platforms for compliance.
• Prepares accurate, timely survey reports.
• Engages with clients to resolve issues within area of expertise.

Skills

Engineering background

Seagoing experience

Reading ship plans

English communication

Education

Engineering or physical science program (2-year minimum)

Marine/nautical institution with seagoing experience

Job description

American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) is seeking a Surveyor II or above to evaluate vessels and marine structures during construction against ABS Rules and applicable SOLAS, Loadline, Tonnage, and Pollution Prevention standards. You will work under supervision to report on compliance and safety requirements.

Responsibilities include performing routine surveys, preparing precise reports, and maintaining survey files, with direct client contact to resolve issues.