MOORING ENGINEER II OR ABOVE

The Engineer II performs engineering design review and analysis assignments, usually involving a significant 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 a particular field of engineering or science. Through broader and more technically challenging work assignments, will develop a thorough understanding of policies, methods, and procedures. This role is a hybrid opportunity, working Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from our Global Headquarters in the Greater Houston area and Mondays and Fridays remote. What You Will Do:With minimal or no supervision, performs detailed engineering review of plans, as assigned, for compliance with applicable Rules, Regulations, and contract commitments.Offers technical advice to field operations and other technical offices.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.Proposes new approaches to problems encountered and makes recommendations for changes in methods, procedures, or designs.Drafts technically accurate and timely reports, and responses to letters, faxes, and other forms of communication.Interacts with clients to identify and resolve problems around technical expertise.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.Works as a team member within the group but may work most of the time autonomously.Implements and maintains ABS Quality System requirements relative to responsibilities after undergoing ABS Quality System training.What You Will Need:Education and ExperienceB.S. degree in Civil, Structural Engineering, Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, or other related disciplines.  Masters / Ph.D. Graduates with no experience may be hired as Engineer II if degrees are specific to the positionThe following are requirements for university graduates and experienced engineers from industry (either I or II) for Engineer II;Education:B.S. degree in Civil, Structural Engineering, Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering or other related disciplines Masters / PhD Graduates with no experience may be hired as Engineer II if degrees are specific to the position.Demonstrated computer literacy in engineering software. Exposed to Finite Element Method (course work or supervised research).Experienced Engineer from Industry:Demonstrated computer literacy in engineering software. Exposed to Finite Element Method (course work or supervised research). Two (2) 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 two (2) years or more of related engineering experience in a shipyard, design/consulting office, shipping/oil company, or a classification society or  Two (2) years as Engineer I.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesDemonstrated understanding and ability to apply fundamental classification and quality concepts, practices and procedures. Knowledge of related technical disciplines required. 
Experience in design and verification of production and mobile mooring systems and hydrodynamic/global performance analysis for offshore floaters. Experience in standard mooring analysis software including AQWA, Orcaflex, or equivalent software tools.Familiarity with design, analysis and verification of subsea riser, umbilical, pipeline is preferred.Experience in structural analysis and finite element software like ANSYS or ABAQUS is preferred.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.It Would Be Nice If You HadProfessional or chartered engineer license.Reporting Relationships:The incumbent reports to a senior level engineer or technical manager. This position does not have any direct reports.Other details: Relocation assistance is unavailable. Full timePosting Date: 2024-10-11