Project Engineer-FEA & Blast Specialist
American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)

Job Info

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As a Project Engineer in accordance with established policies, procedures and standards, 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 nature of their complexity and difficulty require the fully competent application of conventional knowledge in a particular field of engineering or scientific field. Project work and assignments may be broad in nature requiring ingenuity and cross functional coordination.

What You Will Do:

• Perform dynamic analysis and detailed Finite Element Analysis (FEA) calculations of structures subjected to blast, seismic and wind loads.
• Independently develop analytical models using FEA software packages to solve complex dynamic analysis problems.
• Conduct dynamic analysis and design of structures and equipment to resist blast loads from high explosives, vapor cloud explosions, and bursting pressure vessels.
• Perform non-linear, transient dynamic analysis of concrete and steel structures as well as other advanced materials using Anti-terrorism/Force protection (AT/FP).
• Execute blast resistant structural analysis and design (i.e., conceptual and final) of diverse facilities including control rooms, warehouses, I&E shops, maintenance shops and administration facilities in support of Facility Siting Studies (FSS), Quantitative Risk Assessments (QRA), and protective containment structures.
• Perform site inspections to collect structural data.
• Support explosion incident investigations by surveying structural damage to determine the magnitude of explosion blast loads, directional indicator mapping to determine explosion sources, evidence collection and storage to maintain chain of custody, among other related activities.
• Prepare technical reports and calculation documents.
• Develop tools for internal use to increase engineers' efficiency, investigating potential new techniques to design and analyze structures, create dashboards for clients to review results, etc.
• Develop positive client relationships on project assignments.
• Facility Siting Analysis
• Explosion, Fire and Toxic Modeling
• Explosion Testing and Similitude Modeling
• Advanced Finite Element Analysis: Nonlinear static, Nonlinear transient dynamic
• Advanced Computational Fluid Dynamics Analyses
• Root Cause Analysis

What You Will Need:

Education and Experience:

• Master's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering
• Coursework in structural dynamics and engineering mechanics •
• 5+ years' experience and practical knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) modeling
• 5+ years experience with simulation software (e.g. ABAQUS, ANSYS, LS DYNA, etc.)
• Proven track record of solving a variety of structural analysis problems including impact, drop, shock, airblast, fatigue, fracture, non-linear dynamic analysis, and multi-body dynamics.
• Demonstrated experience communicating complex technical concepts to internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to speak well in group and/or client facing environments.
• English language fluency to conduct detailed business and technical communication at a professional level.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 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.
• Should have advanced practical industry related experience.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Proven track record of solving a variety of structural analysis problems including impact, drop, shock, airblast, fatigue, fracture, non-linear dynamic analysis, and multi-body dynamics.
• Demonstrated experience communicating complex technical concepts to internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to speak well in group and/or client facing environments. English language fluency to conduct detailed business and technical communication at a professional level.

It Would Be Nice If You Had

• 5+ years' experience and practical knowledge of physics-based modeling and simulation in a consulting or research setting
• Experience with programming languages in support of numerical modeling (e.g. Python, Fortran, C++, etc.)
• Working knowledge of high-performance computing systems
• Thermal-structural modeling experience

Reporting Relationships:

Reports to Director, Consulting

Working Conditions:

Work will normally be performed in an air-conditioned office environment. Occasionally, the incumbent will be required to visit manufacturing plants, remote field sites, or go aboard marine vessels or structures. Work will be non-manual, but the incumbent must be able to walk and climb among equipment and structures. Occasionally may have to lift between 5-15 pounds.

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.

About Our Benefits

ABS Group proudly offers a variety of industry-leading benefits designed to enhance the life and well-being of our employees and their families. These benefits include, but are not limited to, medical insurance (PPO and HD), dental and vision insurance, Health Savings account (HSA), Flexible Savings Account (FSA), life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, disability leave programs, parental leave program, paid holidays, and paid vacation time. The Company provides an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) that offers additional support in personal wellness, including work-life services. ABS Group also offers a 401K plan with a generous company match, subject to plan requirements.

Equal Opportunity

The ABS Group of Companies 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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