Senior Sustainability Engineer - Cruise Vessels - American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)
Fort Lauderdale, FL
About the Job
The Senior Sustainability Engineer will be responsible for supporting the activities of the Global Sustainability team related to cruise vessels energy efficiency and sustainability efforts with a focus on energy efficiency and alternative fuels. The latter includes LNG, methanol, biofuels, and the application of fuel cells. The sustainability engineer will provide expertise and support on energy efficiency and performance improvement technologies as they relate to cruise vessels.
The Senior Sustainability Engineer will be responsible for supporting the team, scaling up existing services, capitalizing on new service or product opportunities, and identifying any sustainability-related cruise industry needs.
What You Will Do:
Education and Experience
Reports directly to the Manager of the Houston Sustainability Center.
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 Bureau 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 support in personal wellness, including work-life services. ABS Bureau also offers a 401K plan with a generous company match, subject to plan requirements.
Equal Opportunity
ABS Bureau is committed to the equal employment opportunity
The Senior Sustainability Engineer will be responsible for supporting the team, scaling up existing services, capitalizing on new service or product opportunities, and identifying any sustainability-related cruise industry needs.
What You Will Do:
- Be a subject matter expert in Decarbonization regulations and their impact to the cruise industry.
- Understand the role that energy efficiency technologies and alternative fuels play in the decarbonization efforts of the cruise industry and support the department's activities in this sector.
- Support ABS clients' decarbonization strategy initiatives.
- Support the different projects, services, and other activities within the department.
- Interact with cruise industry clients to perform services offered by the Global Sustainability team.
- Establish and manage client projects.
- Update and inform the Global Sustainability team on cruise-related regulatory changes and their impact on ABS business.
- Conduct seminars and workshops as well as attend cruise industry events and conferences related to sustainability.
- Contribute to authoring ABS publications and thought leadership documents.
Education and Experience
- Candidate must possess a Bachelor's degree (or recognized equivalent) in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or other related disciplines. M.S. is preferred.
- Minimum of five (5) years of relevant engineering experience within the marine industry with exposure to cruise ships and yachts.
- Detailed knowledge of the United States Coast Guard (USCG) sustainability-related requirements as a port state for cruise ships.
- Knowledge of cruise and yacht industry trends regarding energy efficiency and alternative fuels.
- Knowledge of fuel cell technology and application.
- Knowledge of existing and emerging technologies including engines, fuel, propulsion systems and power generation technologies in maritime applications is a plus.
- Must possess excellent communication skills both orally and in writing.
- Must be able to travel.
- Must be capable of presenting and working with clients.
- Ability to work well with others.
- Obtain a working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management Systems.
Reports directly to the Manager of the Houston Sustainability Center.
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 Bureau 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 support in personal wellness, including work-life services. ABS Bureau also offers a 401K plan with a generous company match, subject to plan requirements.
Equal Opportunity
ABS Bureau is committed to the equal employment opportunity
Source : American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)