Engineer, Senior - Electrical

About the role

The Senior Electrical Engineer I is responsible for the activities related to an assigned organizational element, program, project, or task. Will normally plan, conduct, and supervise engineering design reviews and analysis assignments 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 a particular engineering or scientific field. Project work and assignments may be broad, requiring ingenuity and cross-functional coordination.

Responsibilities

• Provides day-to-day leadership of Engineering staff assigned.
• Assigns projects to Engineers and monitors the progress of all assigned projects.
• Ensures the delivery of high-quality service and maintenance of good customer relations.
• Devises new approaches to problems encountered and makes recommendations for changes in methods, procedures, or design where necessary.
• Monitors the technical quality, content, consistency, continuity, and timeliness of action of all assigned projects.
• Applies intensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of technical responsibility.
• Performs engineering reviews and analyses when necessary.
• Reviews other engineers' work and provides appropriate guidance and training when necessary.
• Participates in the development and changes of Rules.
• Advises assigned staff in matters related to the application of Rules and Regulations.
• Prepares written responses to clients in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintains liaison with other engineering specialists internally and externally.
• Develops or assists in the development of qualification statements, proposals, bids, and other presentation materials.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, or other related disciplines; an M.S. is preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of working experience in the marine and/or offshore industries.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Should have practical industry-related experience.
• Knowledge of related technical disciplines.
• Knowledge of marine/offshore Regulations and standards, and the ability to apply and interpret the requirements.
• The human relations skills necessary 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 to provide 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional or chartered engineer license.

Reporting Relationships

The senior engineer generally reports to a Principal Engineer but may report to others depending on the specifics of assignment. This position does not have any direct reports.

Working Conditions

The work environment will primarily be an air-conditioned office setting requiring the employee to sit for prolonged periods while concentrating on a computer screen. The team member may assist with various tasks, including filing and talking, and may have to lift between 5 – 15 pounds on occasion.

Export Control Notice

This position requires access to information that is subject to control by the Export Administration Regulations and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Any offer of employment shall be contingent upon the Company's verification that the candidate is a "U.S. Person" or upon the receipt of all necessary export licenses or authorizations that may be required by U.S. export control laws. "U.S. Persons" are defined as U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents (i.e., "green card" holders), or any individual granted protected status under the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), including asylees and refugees. In the event a candidate refuses or cannot otherwise provide the necessary information for the Company to determine whether such licenses may be required, or for the Company to obtain any required licenses, the Company shall maintain the exclusive right to discontinue the application process and/or withdraw any contingent offer that has been made.

About Us

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.

Benefits

ABS Bureau proudly offers a variety of industry-leading benefits designed to enhance the life and well-being of our employees and their families. These benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Medical insurance (PPO and HD)
• 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 time
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) offering support in personal wellness, including work-life services
• 401K plan with a generous company match, subject to plan requirements