Senior Naval Architect & Structural Engineer

The Senior Engineer II conducts naval architectural and structural engineering design review and analysis. These assignments commonly involve a significant project or several smaller or less complex projects. Through broader and more technically challenging work assignments, the engineer will develop a thorough understanding of policies, methods, and procedures. Specifically, the work will entail visits to offshore facilities, mainly in the US Gulf of Mexico but potentially elsewhere.

Who We Are:

At ABS Group, risk analysis is our foundation. ABS Group is a global professional services company with 100+ offices in 30+ countries. Our Global Government division, headquartered in Washington, DC, deploys cutting-edge technical expertise for federal agencies such as the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the United States Coast Guard (USCG), and the Department of Transportation (DoT).

What You Will Do:

• Performs detailed engineering review of plans, as assigned, for compliance with applicable rules, regulations, and contract commitments.

• Prepares technical manuals according to applicable Rules, Regulations, and Contract Commitments.

• Proposes technical advice to field operations and other technical offices.

• Perform advanced hydrodynamic and structural analyses, particularly with the finite element analysis method.

• Performs work that involves conventional engineering practices but may include moderately complex problems such as resolving conflicting design requirements, material standards, or coordinating activities among other disciplines.

• Proposes new approaches to problems encountered and recommends changes in methods, procedures, or designs.

• Drafts technically accurate and timely reports and responses to letters, faxes, and other forms of communication.

• Works directly with clients to identify and resolve problems in the area of technical expertise.

• Prepares accurate and timely weekly reports and billing on all work performed.

• Communicates the status of the current workload to all appropriate team members to ensure the client's needs will be met.

• Implements and maintains 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 the offshore platforms.

What You Will Need:

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, Skills, and Abilities

• 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 effectively communicate orally and in writing.

• Ability to work well with others.

• Needs to be familiar with the ABS Quality & Environmental Management System.

• Ability to develop a working knowledge of ABS Rules, Guides, statutory regulations, related instructions, and the ABS Employee Safety Policy.

• Ability to travel up 25% to 50% with a duration of up to 3 weeks per trip.

Reporting Relationships:

Reports directly to the Head of Department, as appropriate.

Working Conditions:

Work will generally be performed in an air-conditioned office environment. Occasionally, may be required to visit manufacturing plants, remote field sites, or go aboard marine or offshore vessels or structures. Work will be non-manual, but the incumbent must be able to walk and climb among equipment and tall offshore structures and enter confined spaces.