Electrical and Automation Engineer - Military Veterans
at ABS
The Engineer performs engineering design review and analysis assignments normally 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 field of engineering or science. Through broader and more technically challenging work assignments, will develop a thorough understanding of policies, methods and procedures.
What You Will Do:
- With minimal or no supervision performs detailed engineering review of plans, as assigned, for compliance with applicable Rules, Regulations and contract commitments.
- Offers technical advice to field operations and other technical offices.
- Performs work which involves conventional engineering practices but may include moderately complex problems such as the resolution of conflicting design requirements, material standards or coordination of activities among other disciplines.
- Proposes new approaches to problems encountered and makes recommendations for changes in methods, procedures or designs.
- Drafts technically accurate and timely reports, and responses to letters, faxes and other forms of communication.
- Interacts 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 members of the team to ensure the needs of the clients will be met.
- Works as a team member within the group, but may work autonomously most of the time.
- Implements and maintains ABS Quality System requirements relative to responsibilities after undergoing ABS Quality System training.
Education and Experience
- B.S. Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical/Marine Engineering with specialization in electrical systems.
- Demonstrated understanding and ability to apply fundamental classification and quality concepts, practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of related technical disciplines required.
- The ability to identify, analyze and propose solutions to problems (i.e., the competence to demonstrate complex problem-solving skills).
- Good command of the English language.
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
- Ability to work well with others.
- A working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental Management Systems (internal candidates only)
- Valid right to work in the UK
- Masters / PhD Graduates
- Knowledge of -
- Design and installation of LV and HV systems (e.g. Generators, Switchboards, electric motors, frequency drives, etc.)
- Installation of electrical equipment in hazardous areas.
- Propulsion control, automation principles, Cyber security
- Dynamic Positioning Systems
- Offshore process control systems
The incumbent reports to a senior level engineer or technical manager. This position does not have any direct reports.
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London, England
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