Engineer I, Marine and Offshore Review

American Bureau of Shipping•Spring, TX

About The Position

The Marine and Offshore Review Engineer I is responsible for conducting technical reviews and assessments of mechanical systems and equipment for marine and offshore facilities in accordance with applicable rules, regulations, industry standards, and client requirements. The engineer will support classification and certification activities, provide technical guidance to internal and external stakeholders, and contribute to the delivery of high-quality engineering services.

Requirements

B.S. degree in Civil, Structural Engineering, Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, or other related disciplines; an M.S. may be preferred.
Demonstrated computer literacy in engineering software.
Exposed to the Finite Element Method (coursework or supervised research).
B.S. degree in Marine, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering or other related disciplines.
Seven (7) years or more of related engineering experience in a shipyard, design/consulting office, shipping/oil company, or a classification society
Professional or chartered engineer license and four (4) years or more of related engineering experience in a shipyard, design/consulting office, shipping/oil company, or classification society.
Seagoing engineering license or professional/chartered engineer license and four (4) years or more of related engineering experience in a shipyard, design/consulting office, shipping/oil company, or classification society.
Core Mechanical Engineering: Mechanical design fundamentals, Rotating equipment fundamentals, Static equipment fundamentals.
Marine & Offshore Knowledge: Pressure vessels and heat exchangers, Pumps, compressors, and turbines, Diesel engines and generators, Offshore process equipment, Marine machinery systems.
Ability to obtain a working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management Systems.

Nice To Haves

An M.S. degree may be preferred.

Responsibilities

Review engineering plans, calculations, specifications, and technical documentation related to marine and offshore mechanical systems.
Evaluate compliance with classification rules, statutory regulations, recognized industry standards, and client requirements.
Conduct technical assessments of Marine and Offshore Equipment
Support offshore and marine projects through design review and approval activities.
Prepare technical review reports and communicate findings to clients and project teams.
Collaborate with surveyors, engineers, project managers, and technical specialists across multiple disciplines.
Assist in resolving technical issues and providing engineering recommendations.
Maintain awareness of evolving industry regulations, technologies, and best practices.
Contribute to process improvement initiatives and knowledge-sharing activities.