Engineer II, Senior

Engineer II, Senior – Naval Architectural and Structural Engineer

The Naval Architectural and Structural Engineer is responsible for designing, reviewing, and analyzing assignments normally involving a major project or several smaller or less complex projects. These projects, by nature of their complexity and difficulty, require the fully competent application of conventional knowledge in the field of engineering or science. Through broader and more technically challenging work assignments, the Engineer will develop a thorough understanding of policies, methods, and procedures.

The work will entail visits to offshore facilities, mainly in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico, but potentially elsewhere in the world.

• Perform detailed engineering review of plans, as assigned, for compliance with applicable Rules, Regulations, and contract commitments.
• Prepare technical manuals according to applicable Rules, Regulations, and Contract Commitments.
• Provide technical advice to field operations and other technical offices.
• Perform advanced hydrodynamic and structural analyses, particularly with the finite element analysis method.
• Address moderately complex problems such as resolving conflicting design requirements, material standards, or coordination among disciplines.
• Propose new approaches to problems encountered and recommend changes in methods, procedures, or designs.
• Draft technically accurate and timely reports, and responses to letters, faxes and other communications.
• Work directly with clients to identify and resolve problems in the area of technical expertise.
• Prepare accurate and timely weekly reports and billing on all work performed.
• Communicate the status of the current workload to appropriate team members to ensure client needs are met.
• Implement and maintain ABS Quality System requirements relative to responsibilities after undergoing ABS Quality System training.
• May serve in a capacity as Inspector and organize in-service inspections on offshore platforms.

Education and Experience

• Master's, PhD, or recognized equivalent in structural, marine, ocean engineering, civil engineering, or naval architecture is preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of work experience or an equivalent combination of advanced education and work experience after graduation is also preferred.

• Knowledge of marine and offshore vessel structures required.
• Knowledge of structural reliability is a plus.
• Ability to identify, analyze, and propose solutions to problems.
• Ability to perform finite element analysis for complex structures.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Familiarity with the ABS Quality & Environmental Management System.
• Working knowledge of ABS Rules, Guides, statutory regulations, related instructions, and the ABS Employee Safety Policy.
• Capability to travel 25% to 50% with a duration of up to 3 weeks per trip.

The incumbent generally reports to a Department Head or Manager, but may report to others depending on the specifics of the assignment. There are no direct reports for this position.

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ABS Group proudly offers a variety of industry-leading benefits designed to enhance the life and well‑being of employees and their families, including medical, dental, and vision insurance;
Health Savings Account (HSA);
Flexible Savings Account (FSA); life insurance; accidental death and dismemberment insurance; disability leave programs; parental leave program; paid holidays; paid vacation; employee assistance plan; and a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.