Marine Mechanical Engineer - Technology

Engineer – Technology Americas

Are you passionate about being at the forefront of emerging technologies in maritime and offshore industries?

ABS is a leading Classification Society driven by its mission of promoting the security of life and property and preserving the natural environment. In fulfilling this mission, ABS leads research and develops guidance and requirements focused on the safety of implementing new technology in the marine and offshore environment.

As a Marine/ Mechanical / Environmental Engineer, you will be actively engaged in driving industry-leading research and development associated with machinery and systems for marine and offshore application.

What You Will Do:

• Lead research and assess the maturity of new technologies in the marine industry related to carbon capture, CO2 transportation, non-carbon/ low carbon-based fuels, renewable energies including different machinery and systems etc.).
• Establish guidance and classification requirements for the marine and offshore industry on the application of new technology.
• Support ABS technical community on queries regarding different onboard mechanical equipment and systems.
• Maintain and demonstrate thought leadership through technical publications and presentations.
• Participate in industry societies to develop and enhance technical capabilities.

What You Will Need:

Education and Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years relevant engineering experience in the energy industry, shipyard, design/consulting company, shipping/oil company, university, or classification society.
• Minimum of bachelor’s degree in mechanical/ marine/ environmental engineering or other related discipline; M.S. is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of onboard machinery and systems is a plus including evolving technologies e.g., Carbon capturing (both pre and post combustion), CO2 transportation, ammonia crackers, methane reformers, methane slip, , renewable energies, electrolyzer, energy saving devices etc. Also, basic understanding of marine piping systems (e.g., fresh water, sea water, lubrication oil, fuel oil, compressed air, hydraulic system, cryogenics piping etc.
• Knowledge of general mechanical systems
• General knowledge of environmental engineering
• Awareness of alternative marine fuels, such as hydrogen, ammonia, methanol, synthetic fuel and biofuel etc.
• Awareness of fuel cells technology and application
• Awareness of emerging technologies and trends in the marine industry including emerging engines, fuels, power generation and energy savings.
• Strong communicator with excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent command of the English language.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others.
• Needs to be familiar with the ABS Consulting Inc. Quality and Environmental Management System. (Internal candidates only.)

Reporting Relationships:

Reports, as assigned, to a Manager or Director.