Engineer I - Structures

American Bureau of Shipping•New Orleans, LA

About The Position

The Engineer I performs engineering design reviews and analysis, typically for a major project or several smaller, less complex projects. The work requires competent application of conventional knowledge in an engineering or scientific field. Through broader and more technically challenging assignments, the incumbent develops a thorough understanding of relevant policies, methods, and procedures. Under the supervision of an experienced engineer or engineering manager, the role reviews plans for compliance with applicable rules, regulations, and contract commitments. Work follows conventional engineering practices and may involve moderately complex problems, including conflicting design requirements, material standards, or coordination among disciplines. The engineer prepares reports and client communications, tracks work and billing, communicates workload status, and may advise field operations or other technical offices. The role may also involve proposing solutions or changes to methods, procedures, or designs and working directly with clients to resolve technical issues. The incumbent works as part of a team and may work autonomously with minimal supervision after training. The position also implements and maintains applicable ABS Quality System requirements after completing training.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, or a related discipline.
Demonstrated computer literacy in engineering software.
Exposure to the Finite Element Method through coursework or supervised research.
Knowledge of related technical disciplines.
Ability to identify, analyze, and propose solutions to problems, including complex problem-solving.
Good command of English.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to work well with others.
Ability to obtain a working knowledge of ABS Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management Systems.
The posting also lists, for university graduates and experienced industry engineers, either seven or more years of related engineering experience in a shipyard, design or consulting office, shipping or oil company, or classification society; or a professional or chartered engineer license and four or more years of related engineering experience in those settings.

Nice To Haves

A Master of Science degree may be preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform detailed engineering reviews of assigned plans for compliance with applicable rules, regulations, and contract commitments.
Complete engineering work using conventional practices, including resolving moderately complex design, material-standard, or interdisciplinary coordination problems.
Draft technically accurate and timely reports and responses to client communications for review by an experienced engineer or engineering manager.
Prepare accurate and timely weekly reports and billing for work performed.
Communicate current workload status to appropriate team members to help ensure client needs are met.
Provide technical advice to field operations and other technical offices when appropriate.
Propose approaches to encountered problems and recommend changes to methods, procedures, or designs.
Work directly with clients, as needed, to identify and resolve problems within the engineer's technical expertise.
Work as a team member and, after training, potentially work autonomously with minimal supervision.
Implement and maintain ABS Quality System requirements relevant to the role after completing ABS Quality System training.