Senior Stability Plan Approval Engineer

RINA; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

RINA in Florida, within the North America Marine Division, is seeking a Senior Stability Plan Approval Engineer to review and approve loadline assignments, intact & damage stability booklets, loading computer and ballast water management plans. The role involves guiding clients during design and construction phases to ensure compliance with Class Rules and statutory regulations.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (General or Naval) and has 3+ years of experience in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (general or naval).
• 3+ years in ship stability and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with stability software and plan reviews.
• Familiarity with SOLAS, MARPOL and class rules.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve loadline assignments and stability booklets.
• Assist clients during design and construction phase.
• Ensure compliance with IMO, SOLAS, MARPOL standards.
• Evaluate stability calculations and plan approvals.

Skills

Stability planning

Regulatory compliance

Stability software

Analytical thinking

Load-line calculations

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering General or Naval Engineering

Tools

Maxsurf

NAPA

Job description

RINA is currently recruiting for a Senior Stability Plan Approval Engineer to join its office in Florida within the North America Marine Division.

Mission

Review and approve loadline assignments, intact & damage stability booklets, loading computer and ballast water management plan, in compliance with Class Rules and Statutory Regulations, for new buildings, ships in service, and ship’s conversions. Assist clients during the design and construction phase, providing guidance and support related to load line, stability, loading computer and ballast water management plan matters.

Key Accountabilities

Review and approve loadline assignments, intact & damage stability booklets, loading computer and ballast water management plan, in compliance with Class Rules and Statutory Regulations, for new buildings, ships in service, and ship’s conversions. Assist clients during the design and construction phase, providing guidance and support related to load line, stability, loading computer and ballast water management plan matters.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering General or Naval Engineering

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in ship stability, design, or marine operations, with a focus on stability plan approvals and regulatory compliance.
• Significant experience working with stability software tools and conducting ship stability assessments. - Proven experience in reviewing and approving stability plans for new and existing vessels, including assessing compliance with international regulations such as SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea), MARPOL (Marine Pollution), and other class society rules.
• Hands-on involvement in evaluating load-line calculations, intact stability, damage stability, and operational stability for a wide range of vessels (e.g., cargo ships, tankers, passenger vessels).
• Strong knowledge of ship stability principles, including metacentric height (GM), trim, stability curves, and the impact of damage on stability.
• Expertise in stability analysis software (e.g., Maxsurf, Stability software, NAPA, etc.) to carry out stability assessments and review stability documentation.
• Ability to review and approve complex stability calculations, load line assessments, and stability booklets.
• In-depth understanding of regulatory standards (IMO, SOLAS, local/national regulations) and the ability to ensure compliance with these regulations during plan approval processes.

Technical Skills:

Competencies

• DOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.
• FORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.
• INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.
• PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.
• WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.

RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure & mobility, industry, research & development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.

At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. We are also compliant to the Italian Law n. 68/99.