Junior Surveyor

DNV•Irvine, CA
•$85,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

DNV – Maritime Region Americas is seeking a Junior Surveyor to join our West Coast operations in Irvine, CA. As a Junior Surveyor for the West Coast, you will be a member of a highly qualified team of surveyors and auditors serving the more traditional shipping segments calling ports along the U.S. West Coast, performing equipment certification at manufacturer locations and surveys/audits on ships in operation, ships under construction at locations in U.S. West Coast.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree or higher in Engineering (Degree in marine related field such as Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering or Mechanical Engineering preferred) and/or equivalent.
  • Behavioral competencies: Team player, but able to work independently on surveys.
  • Travel requirement (25% of the year) Domestic/International.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license.
  • Physical abilities necessary to perform regular functions of the job on-board various marine vessels, structures, and offshore platforms include but are not limited to: climbing of pilot ladders at various heights, going in and out of tanks, performing work in confined spaces, flying in a helicopter, pilot and/or boat transfers, voyage surveys, and working in harsh climates.
  • Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
  • We conduct a pre-employment background check.
  • Immigration-related employment benefits, for example visa sponsorship, are not available for this position.

Nice To Haves

  • Maritime Industry experience (especially exposure to classification/statutory surveys or seagoing experience) is a plus. Required training will be provided.

Responsibilities

  • Survey and certification of Ships in Operation for compliance with international standards, DNV Classification Rules, and Statutory requirements.
  • Survey ocean-going ships that call at ports of call and at sea, including drydock and alteration surveys.
  • Review and respond to technical queries and design submittals regarding compliance.
  • Ensure that the work or duties performed are in accordance with the Rules, Regulations, Instructions, Guidelines and quality requirements of the organization and the instructions of the line management.
  • Seek for internal support as necessary through experienced colleagues, line manager, Technical Support or equivalent.
  • At all times maintain the confidentiality of Clients' business intellectual property, processes, designs, developments, and documentation.
  • Communicate to line management at the earliest appropriate opportunity when in receipt of information that is important to the reputation or integrity of the organization.
  • Exhibit customer-oriented focus by promoting DNV onboard or on-site, and by acting as a technical resource for customer questions.

Benefits

  • Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days)
  • Multiple Medical and Dental benefit plans to choose from, Vision benefits
  • Spending accounts – FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits, company-seeded HSA
  • Employer-paid, therapist-led, virtual care services through Talkspace
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Company provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits
  • Education reimbursement program
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Charitable Matched Giving and Volunteer Rewards through our Impact Program
  • Volunteer time off (VTO) paid by the company
  • Career advancement opportunities
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