DescriptionAs a Marine Nuclear Engineer, you will be actively engaged in driving industry-leading technology activities associated with implementing advanced reactor technology into the marine and offshore industries. The position will play a leading role in the investigation and application of nuclear energy in the marine environment.
What You Will Do:
- Align with the ABS mission of promoting the security of life and property and preserving the natural environment.
- Lead and present research on the practical application of commercial nuclear technology in the merchant marine and offshore environment.
- Lead or participate in technical project teams. Deliver high-quality projects on schedule and within budget, working either independently or within the team environment. Maintain good relations with customers and coworkers. Mentor less experienced engineers. Manage multiple project activities simultaneously.
- Ensure that all ABS Quality System requirements concerning technical work within assigned areas of responsibility are fulfilled.
- Maintain and demonstrate thought leadership through the creation of technical publications, conference presentations and panel discussions. Actively promote the services and capabilities of ABS throughout the technical and business community.
- Interface with industry stakeholders, including nuclear technology providers, ship owners, ship operators, regulators, governments and academic institutions.
- Stay actively informed about maritime-nuclear developments, including technical, business, and management activities affecting ABS and its customers and promptly communicate this information to management.
- Identify and evaluate emerging nuclear technologies with the potential for use in maritime applications.
- Develop guidance and classification requirements for the marine and offshore industry on the application of new technology.
- Support ABS technical community on queries regarding nuclear energy and reactor systems.
- Participate in industrial committees to development and enhance technical capabilities.
What You Will Need:
Education & Experience
- Minimum of bachelor’s degree in related discipline; M.S. or Ph. D. is preferred.
- Additional educational qualifications and/or combined expertise in nuclear technology. Exposure to the marine and/or offshore industry preferred.
- Minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional experience in an industry, research or academic environment.
- Former naval nuclear experience is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of current and emerging nuclear technologies and related engineering subjects.
- Ability to apply and communicate knowledge of nuclear technologiesin the development of guidance and requirements for the marine and offshore industries.
- Awareness of marine and/or offshore knowledge.
- Problem solving and critical thinking; the ability to proactively develop and implement logical solutions to complex problems.
- Strong communicator with excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent command of the English language. Strong presentation skills.
- Project management and effective time management, including organizational skills.
- Influencing without authorityand building positive relationships with coworkers and clients.
- Demonstrated ability to work well with others.
- Engagement with the ABS Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental (HSQE) Management System
Reporting Relationships:
Reports, as assigned, to a Managing Principal Engineer or above. No direct reports.
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.
