Engineer, Senior - Electrical

American Bureau of Shipping•Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Senior Electrical Engineer I is responsible for activities related to an assigned organizational element, program, project, or task. The role normally plans, conducts, and supervises engineering design reviews and analysis assignments involving a major project or several smaller or less complex projects. These projects require the fully competent application of conventional knowledge in a particular engineering or scientific field. Assignments may be broad and require ingenuity and cross-functional coordination. The position provides day-to-day leadership for assigned Engineering staff, oversees project progress and technical quality, performs engineering reviews and analyses, and supports client service and communications. It also contributes to Rules development and changes, advises staff on Rules and Regulations, and assists with qualification statements, proposals, bids, and presentation materials. The senior engineer generally reports to a Principal Engineer, though the reporting relationship may vary by assignment. The position has no direct reports. Work is primarily performed in an air-conditioned office. It involves prolonged sitting and concentration on a computer screen; occasional tasks may include filing, talking, and lifting 5–15 pounds. Employment is contingent on meeting applicable U.S. export-control requirements, including verification of U.S. Person status or receipt of required export licenses or authorizations.

Requirements

B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering or another related discipline.
At least five years of working experience in the marine and/or offshore industries.
Practical industry-related experience.
Knowledge of related technical disciplines.
Knowledge of marine/offshore regulations and standards, and ability to apply and interpret their requirements.
Human relations skills to maintain positive client contacts and provide leadership and motivation to subordinate staff and peers.
Ability to identify, analyze, and solve complex or unique engineering problems.
Ability to undertake short- and long-term planning for efficient and effective scheduling of work assignments.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
Ability to obtain a working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management Systems.
Must satisfy applicable U.S. export-control requirements; employment is contingent on verification of U.S. Person status or receipt of necessary export licenses or authorizations.

Nice To Haves

M.S. degree.
Professional or chartered engineer license.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day leadership to assigned Engineering staff.
Assign projects to Engineers and monitor progress on assigned projects.
Ensure high-quality service and maintain good customer relations.
Develop new approaches to problems and recommend changes to methods, procedures, or designs when necessary.
Monitor the technical quality, content, consistency, continuity, and timeliness of assigned projects.
Apply engineering principles and practices across broad areas of technical responsibility.
Perform engineering reviews and analyses as necessary.
Review other engineers' work and provide guidance and training when necessary.
Participate in developing and changing Rules.
Advise assigned staff on applying Rules and Regulations.
Prepare written client responses in accordance with established procedures.
Maintain liaison with engineering specialists internally and externally.
Develop or assist with qualification statements, proposals, bids, and other presentation materials.