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Job Description The Managing Principal Engineer (MPE) for Ship and Statutory Department is a strategic position for the ABS Rio de Janeiro Engineering Department. As ABS continues to expand its services and deliverables, this new leadership position is essential to strengthening client engagement, enhancing technical oversight, and streamlining departmental operations. The Managing Principal Engineer: <ul> <li>Functions under the direction and oversight of a more senior Department Engineering Manager, in accordance with established policies, procedures and standards, and has full responsibility for directing and monitoring project work within a technical area of a larger engineering department. </li> <li>Leads in their area of specialization and assigns work according to priority. </li> <li>Acts as a technical resource and mentor to principal, senior and entry to mid-level engineers in area of responsibility. </li> <li>Is responsible for day-to-day activities, including the maintenance of the quality, content, consistency and continuity of all technical work performed in an assigned technical unit or area.</li></ul>What You Will Do: <ul> <li>Responsible for the technical verification of tasks related to ship/statutory disciplines and training new engineers in these areas.</li> <li>Assists in the development of short- and long-range business plans and related annual operating and capital expense budgets. </li> <li>Maintains active awareness of business and management developments affecting present and potential customers. </li> <li>Maintains awareness of product and service capabilities of the business. Identifies improvement and developmental needs, takes action to capitalize on prospective market opportunities and makes recommendations for technology or technical tools and manpower skills necessary to implement new and improved products and services. </li> <li>Ensures that assigned engineering positions are adequately staffed with qualified and competent engineering personnel capable of carrying out assigned technical projects in accordance with established policies, procedures and technical standards. </li> <li>Ensures that all ABS Quality System requirements are fulfilled with regard to project work within a technical unit or area. </li> <li>Monitors the delivery and quality of technical services to customer satisfaction. </li> <li>Prepares annual performance appraisals. Evaluates and communicates individual performance appraisal issues with staff members under his/her direct supervision, and recommends compensation adjustments and advancements to senior management. </li> <li>Identifies training needs and determines appropriate training programs for developing the potential of subordinate and engineering staff members. </li> <li>Plans and monitors ABS mandatory, required and other training needs of subordinate staff members. </li> <li>May serve as account manager on technical projects for designated customers and actively promotes the services of ABS to clients. </li> <li>May serve on technical or industry committees and may represent the company as spokesperson at industry conferences or meetings.</li></ul>What You Will Need: Education and Experience <ul> <li>B.S. degree Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, or Marine Engineer ; an M.S. is preferred</li> <li>Proficiency in the English language commensurate with the scope of statutory certification and services, and their anticipated future work. The knowledge and ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, concerning technical issues to laymen and experts.</li> <li>Technical background on designing and /or reviewing different types of ships.</li></ul>For those with Hull backgrounds <ul> <li>Demonstrated computer literacy in engineering software.</li> <li>Exposed to the Finite Element Method (coursework or supervised research).</li></ul>For those with Machinery backgrounds <ul> <li>B.S. degree in Marine, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering or other related disciplines; an M.S. is preferred.</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities <ul> <li>Graduate from University and a minimum of 15 years of related industry experience.</li> <li>B.S. degree Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, or Marine Engineer ; an M.S. is preferred</li> <li>Experience in the design and review of ship structures for offshore support vessels, tugs, pushers, and barges for rivers, intracoastal, and oceangoing services; Familiarity with large merchant vessels is also considered an asset.</li> <li>Proficiency in conducting intact and damage stability analyses for ships and offshore structures. This includes freeboard calculations and conditions of assignment, verification of loading manuals, operating manuals, and other related documentation.</li> <li>Knowledge of safety arrangements requirements for ships and offshore structures, based on applicable International Conventions and Regulations for an extensive range of ships and floating units, including Brazilian-flagged vessels, including but not limited to Stability, Load Line, Tonnage, SOLAS, MARPOL, IBWMC, MLC, NORMAMs etc</li></ul>Reporting Relationships: The incumbent reports directly to a Senior Managing Principal Engineer or higher. Direct reports to the incumbent are members of the engineering or technical staff and office support staff of the assigned technical unit or area. 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. 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

Engineer, Managing Principal - Naval Architect

Job Description 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 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: <ul><li>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 detailed engineering review of plans for compliance with applicable Rules, Standards, Regulations, and contract requirements. </li><li>Devises new approaches to problems encountered and recommends changes in methods, procedures, or design where necessary. </li><li>Monitors the technical quality, content, consistency, continuity, and timeliness of action of all assigned projects. </li><li>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. </li><li>Advises assigned staff in matters related to applying Rules and Regulations. </li><li>Prepares written responses to clients in accordance with established procedures. </li><li>Maintains liaison with other engineering specialists internally and externally. </li><li>Monitors assigned engineers' performance, development potential, and training needs. Keeps management informed of manpower needs. </li><li>Develops or assists in developing qualification statements, proposals, bids, and other presentation materials. </li><li>Implements and maintains the Company's Quality System within assigned areas of responsibility.</li><li>Prepares accurate billing for clients.</li></ul>What You Will Need: Education and Experience <ul><li>Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent in structural, civil engineering, naval architecture. </li><li>Should have at least eight (8) years of experience in an appropriate technical discipline and/or industry.</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities <ul><li>Be familiar with Finite Element Analysis software packages (FEMAP/Nastran preferably) and expertise in structural analysis in offshore/marine industry.</li><li>Knowledge of related technical disciplines. </li><li>Knowledge of applicable Rules and Regulations and the impact of Rule applications and interpretations. </li><li>Knowledge of company business policies and procedures. </li><li>The human relations skills necessary to maintain positive client contacts and provide mentorship and motivation to subordinate staff and peers. </li><li>Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. </li><li>Ability to identify, analyze and solve complex or unique engineering problems. </li><li>Ability to undertake short- and long-term planning to provide for efficient and effective scheduling of work assignments. </li></ul>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. 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. 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

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