As a Human-Factors Engineer with ABS you will be actively engaged in driving industry-leading research and development associated with safety engineering for broad applications serving the marine and offshore industries. 

 

What You Will Do:

Lead or support the ABS Technology activities and ABS Divisions and clients with interpretation and application of ABS Human Element publications. Maintain and update ABS Human Element publications and related Engineering and Survey Process Instructions. Assist in the development of new ABS publications which has a Human Element component. Assists with training of Engineers and Surveyors as required by the ABS Human Element publications. Provide internal and external awareness and training. Interact with clients, write reports, and give presentations to internal or external audience. Respond to internal and external inquiries related to ABS Human Element publications. Maintain and demonstrate thought leadership through technical publications and presentations.

 

What You Will Need:

 

Education and Experience

Minimum of 2 – 5 years of experience in the human factors field or a related area Human Performance (capabilities/limitations, Situational Awareness, especially in a maritime environment) Personnel safety – accident/hazard avoidance and risk mitigation Safety Culture and Organization Culture (understanding opportunities for improvement and means for improvement) Human-Computer/Machine Interface (HCI/HMI) Designing for usability and maintainability (the application of ergonomics to systems) Autonomous/remote systems/operations

Required/Preferred Education Requirements

Minimum requirement of a bachelor’s degree or a master’s degree with at least 1 – 3 years of related experience.  Candidates must have or be eligible for U.S. Department of Defense secret security clearance.

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral). Familiarity with software for verification and validation of Human Element processes (e.g., Navisworks). Familiarity with the ABS suite of Human Element guidance publications. Familiarity with the use and application of the ABS Human Element publications. Proficiency in the English language. The ability to function well in a team environment. Self-motivated continuous learning ability. Obtain a working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management Systems.

 

It Would Be Nice If You Had

Professional or chartered engineer license

 

Reporting Relationships:

This role reports to a manager and has no direct reports. 

 

Working Conditions

Work will generally 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.

 

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.