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Civil Engineer
American Bureau of Shipping
Birchwood, England, United Kingdom["Full time"]
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The Engineer I performs engineering design review and analysis assignments
normally involving a major project or several smaller, less complex projects.
These projects, by nature of their complexity and difficulty, require the fully
competent application of conventional knowledge in a particular field of
engineering or science. Through broader and more technically challenging work
assignments, the incumbent will develop a thorough understanding of policies,
methods, and procedures.
What You Will Do:
• Under the supervision of an experienced engineer or engineering manager,
performs detailed engineering review of plans as assigned for compliance with
applicable Rules, Regulations, and contract commitments.
• Performs work that involves conventional engineering practices but may
include moderately complex problems such as the resolution of conflicting
design requirements, material standards or coordination of activities among
other disciplines.
• Drafts technically accurate and timely reports, and responses to client
letters, faxes, and other forms of communication for review by an experienced
engineer or engineering manager.
• Prepares accurate and timely weekly reports and billing on all work
performed.
• Communicates the status of the current workload to all appropriate members of
the team to ensure the needs of the clients will be met.
• May propose technical advice to field operations and other technical offices.
• May propose new approaches to problems encountered and make recommendations
for changes in methods, procedures, or designs.
• May work directly with clients to identify and resolve problems in technical
expertise.
• Works as a team member within the group. May work autonomously, once
trained, with minimal supervision.
• Implements and maintains ABS Quality System requirements relative to
responsibilities after undergoing ABS Quality System training.
What
You Will Need:
Education and Experience
• B.S. degree in Civil, Structural Engineering, Naval Architecture, Ocean
Engineering, or other related disciplines; an M.S. may be preferred.
• The following are new hire requirements for university graduates and
experienced engineers from the industry (either I or II):
Graduate from University:
A. For those with seven (7) years or fewer Hull backgrounds or experience
• 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. For those with seven (7) years or fewer Machinery backgrounds or experience
• B.S. degree in Marine, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering or other related
disciplines.
Experienced Engineer from Industry A or B:
A. Hull:
• Demonstrated computer literacy in engineering software.
• Exposed to Finite Element Method (coursework or supervised research).
• Seven (7) years or more of related engineering experience in a shipyard,
design/consulting office, shipping/oil company, or a classification society
or
• 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.
B. Machinery:
• Seven (7) years or more of related engineering experience in a shipyard,
design/consulting office, shipping/oil company, or a classification society
or
• 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.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Knowledge of related technical disciplines required.
• The ability to identify, analyze and propose solutions to problems (i.e., the
competence to demonstrate complex problem-solving skills).
• Good command of the English language.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to obtain a working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality, and
Environmental Management Systems.
• Must hold a legal right to work status in the UK.
Reporting Relationships:
• The incumbent will report to a senior-level engineer or technical manager.
This position has no direct reports.
We set out more than 160 years ago to promote the security of life and property
at sea and preserve the natural environment. Today, we remain true to our
mission and continue to support organizations facing a rapidly evolving seascape
of challenging regulations and new technologies. Through it all, we are anchored
by a vision and mission that help our clients find clarity in uncertain times.
ABS is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and other
innovative safety, quality, and environmental services. We’re at the forefront
of supporting the global energy transition at sea, the application of remote and
autonomous marine systems, cutting-edge technical solutions, and many more
exciting advancements. Our commitment to safety, reliability, and efficiency is
ever-present, guiding our clients to safer and more efficient operations.
Equal Opportunity
The ABS Group of Companies is committed to the equal employment opportunity of
its employees and prohibits discrimination against any employee or qualified
applicant based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender
identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship
status or veteran status, or other non-work-related characteristics that may be
protected under the law of the Federal Government or specific state employment
laws.
Notice
ABS and Affiliated Companies (ABS) will not pay a fee to any third-party agency
without a valid ABS Master Service Agreement (MSA) authorized and signed by
Human Resources. Any resume, CV, application, or other forms of candidate
submission provided to any employee of ABS without a valid MSA on file will be
considered property of ABS, and no fee will be paid.
Other
This
job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an
all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions
associated with the job of the incumbent. It is intended to be an accurate
reflection of the principal job elements essential for making a fair decision
regarding the pay structure of the job. #ogjs