Senior Engineer I/II

American Bureau of Shipping
Athens +1 more

Who this role is best for

Best suited to experienced engineering professionals with a background in marine technology working in Greece.

Best fit for

  • Experienced engineering professionals with a background in marine technology and leadership capabilities
    — “responsible for the activities related to an assigned organizational element, program, project, or task”
  • Individuals who can mentor and manage engineering teams while maintaining high-quality project delivery
    — “Provides day-to-day leadership of Engineering staff assigned. Assigns projects to other Engineers and monitors the progress of all assigned projects.”

Things to consider

  • No direct reports may limit opportunities for team leadership development
    — “There are no direct reports for this position.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight your ability to lead and mentor engineering teams through past project management experience.
    — “Provides day-to-day leadership of Engineering staff assigned.”
  • Demonstrate your experience in reviewing engineering plans for regulatory compliance.
    — “detailed engineering review of plans for compliance with applicable Rules, Standards, Regulations, and contract requirements”
  • Emphasize your track record of delivering high-quality service and maintaining good client relationships.
    — “Ensures the delivery of high-quality service and maintenance of good customer relations.”
  • Showcase your ability to identify and solve complex engineering problems in your resume and interviews.
    — “Ability to identify, analyze and solve complex or unique engineering problems.”
  • Demonstrate your knowledge of the ABS Quality and Environmental Management System if you are an internal candidate.
    — “Needs to be familiar with the ABS Consulting Inc. Quality and Environmental Management System.”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • high-quality engineering projects
  • timely project delivery
  • client satisfaction
Typical background
engineeringproject managementmarine technology

Skills & requirements

Required

Engineering DesignProject ManagementMarine TechnologyEngineering ReviewClient Communication

Preferred

Quality ManagementTraining

Stack & domain

Engineering Design ReviewsAnalysis AssignmentsMarine Technology ProjectsEngineering Review Of PlansRulesStandardsRegulationsContract RequirementsEngineering PrinciplesEngineering PracticesQuality SystemBillingLeadershipCommunicationProblem-solvingDecision-makingTrainingMarine TechnologyEngineering

About the role

Original posting from American Bureau of Shipping

The Senior Engineer 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 marine technology projects.  These projects, by their complexity and difficulty, require the fully competent application of conventional knowledge in a specific engineering discipline.

What You Will Do:

Provides day-to-day leadership of Engineering staff assigned.  Assigns projects to other Engineers and monitors the progress of all assigned projects. Ensures the delivery of high-quality service and maintenance of good customer relations.  May perform tasks that contribute to better understanding and implementation risks associate with marine technology projects, detailed engineering review of plans for compliance with applicable Rules, Standards, Regulations, and contract requirements. 

Devises new approaches to problems encountered and recommends 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 assigned and when necessary. 

Advises assigned staff in matters related to applying Rules and Regulations. 

Prepares written responses to clients in accordance with established procedures. 

Maintains liaison with other engineering specialists internally and externally. 

Monitors assigned engineers' performance, development potential, and training needs.  Keeps management informed of manpower needs. 

Develops or assists in developing qualification statements, proposals, bids, and other presentation materials. 

Implements and maintains the Company’s Quality System within assigned areas of responsibility.

Prepares accurate billing for clients.

What You Will Need:

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent in structural, civil engineering, or naval architecture.  A postgraduate qualification (M.S. or Ph.D.) will be considered an asset.

Should have at least eight (8) years of experience in an appropriate technical discipline and/or industry.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of related technical disciplines. 

Knowledge of applicable Rules and Regulations and the impact of Rule applications and interpretations. 

Knowledge of company business policies and procedures. 

The human relations skills necessary to maintain positive client contacts and provide mentorship and motivation to subordinate staff and peers. 

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. 

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. 

Needs to be familiar with the ABS Consulting Inc. Quality and Environmental Management System. (Internal candidates only.)

Reporting Relationships:

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.

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

ABS Bureau 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

Source: American Bureau of Shipping careers

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