Senior or Above Marine/ Mechanical Engineer

Houston, TXFull-timePosted Jul 7, 2026

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 Senior or above Marine/ Mechanical Engineer, you will be actively engaged in driving industry-leading research and development associated with machinery and systems for offshore applications. 

 

What You Will Do:

  • Experience working on offshore facilities, especially drilling and production platforms.
  • Good understanding of how offshore platforms are designed and operated, including process systems, compression, pipelines, risers, and injection systems.
  • Familiarity with offshore CO2 injection, carbon capture and storage (CCS), hydrogen, and ammonia production systems.
  • Familiarity with electrolyzer, water treatment, storage systems, venting, and offshore safety systems.
  • Experience with platform layout and system integration, including hazardous areas, space and weight limits, access, fire and safety, and day-to-day operation.
  • Experience participating in HAZOPs, risk assessments, process safety reviews, and design reviews.
  • Ability to help develop operating plans and procedures for offshore process and injection operations.
  • Understanding of classification, regulatory, and technical requirements for offshore and marine systems.
  • Experience providing technical support for offshore mechanical equipment and systems.
  • Technical publications, presentations, or involvement in industry groups is a plus.

 

What You Will Need:

Education and Experience

  • Minimum of seven (7) 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/ engineering or other related discipline; M.S. is preferred.

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of offshore platforms machinery and systems including evolving technologies e.g., Carbon capturing (both pre and post combustion), CO2 transportation. 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
  • Awareness of emerging technologies and trends in the marine industry including emerging engines, fuels, power generation.
  • Strong communicator with excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent command of the English language.
  • Demonstrated ability to work well with others.

 

 

Due to the scope of work, you'll need to be:

US Citizen or Green Card Holder

 

Working Conditions:

Work is primarily sedentary. Occasionally exerting up to 10 pounds of force and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Reporting Relationships:

Reports, assigned, to an MPE, SMPE, Manager or Director.

 

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.

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