Full-Time

Surveyor 1 or 2

Posted on 8/19/2026

American Bureau of Shipping

American Bureau of Shipping

5,001-10,000 employees

Maritime classification, certification, and advisory services

Compensation Overview

$70k - $115k/yr

+ 25% cost-of-living allowance

San Diego, CA, USA

In Person

Bachelor's

Category
Architecture & Civil Engineering (1)

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Requirements
  • A qualification from a tertiary institution in a relevant field of engineering or physical science through a minimum two-year program, or qualifications from a marine or nautical institution with relevant seagoing experience as a certificated ship officer.
  • For Surveyor II, at least three years of experience working as a Surveyor I, or at least five years of experience in an engineering or survey capacity within the marine industry or another applicable industry related to the specialization.
  • Appropriate certification and/or licenses in the area of specialization may be required.
  • Ability to develop working knowledge of ABS Rules, Guides, statutory regulations, related instructions, and the ABS Employee Safety Policy.
  • Ability to read engineering plans and maintain a basic understanding of shipbuilding practices and vessel operations.
  • Ability to perform surveys in the prescribed format.
  • Knowledge of computer programs or software packages related to job responsibilities.
  • Knowledge of related technical interfaces required for group project work.
  • Knowledge of ships' engineering systems and machinery.
  • Ability to communicate pertinent information in English, orally and in writing, regarding the assigned area of technical expertise.
  • Ability to analyze problems and propose solutions.
  • Ability to obtain working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management Systems.
  • Sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, and visual and auditory acuity to perform the duties effectively.
  • Ability to climb vertical ladders up to nine meters and navigate steep steps.
  • Ability to work at heights on various staging and lifting equipment.
  • Ability to maneuver in tight spaces and work inside confined areas for extended periods, including kneeling and crawling.
  • Ability to lift at least 25 pounds or 11.34 kilograms.
  • Ability to use small tools and wear personal protective equipment in accordance with ABS safety procedures.
  • Successful completion of an annual physical recertification where allowed by local law may be required.
Responsibilities
  • Act as a professional specialist in applying related rules, regulations, requirements, concepts, principles, and processes.
  • Perform routine surveys on classed vessels, platforms, other marine structures, and at manufacturers for classification and compliance with statutory requirements.
  • Examine and report on vessels and other marine structures during and after construction for compliance with applicable requirements for classification and statutory and special service requirements.
  • Prepare technically accurate and timely reports of inspections and surveys.
  • Engage with clients to resolve problems within the area of expertise.
  • Maintain survey files in an orderly and up-to-date manner.
  • Develop a thorough understanding of field operations, policies, methods, and procedures through broader and more technically challenging work assignments.
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ABS is a maritime classification society that provides classification, certification, and technical advisory services for ships and offshore assets to ensure safety and compliance. It sets safety and environmental standards, conducts surveys and inspections, and issues approvals and certificates for vessels, manufacturers, and service suppliers across the asset lifecycle. A global team from 200+ offices in 70 countries performs asset performance, energy and environmental reviews, and lifecycle management, while collaborating with governments and industry on guidance and decarbonization efforts. Its 160-year history, non-profit mandate within IACS, and emphasis on safety and environmental protection distinguish it from many competitors, guiding customers toward safe, efficient, and low-emission operations.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Spring, Texas

Founded

1862

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What believers are saying

  • PIL and ABS signed an April 2026 MOU for verified alternative-fuel emissions claims.
  • Rakuten Symphony and ABS partnered in May 2026 on maritime cybersecurity services.
  • Seatrium and ABS expanded their 2024 collaboration into 2026 offshore ammonia projects.

What critics are saying

  • DNV, Lloyd's Register, and Bureau Veritas intensify price competition across the 2025 top-ten rankings.
  • MTSA cyber compliance deadlines hit July 2027, exposing ABS advisory execution and liability.
  • If ammonia and hydrogen adoption stalls, ABS's decarbonization-heavy pipeline weakens materially by 2027.

What makes American Bureau of Shipping unique

  • ABS overtook DNV in 2025 as the largest class society by gross tonnage.
  • ABS embeds cyber resilience into January 2026 vessel rules, with CR notation mandatory.
  • ABS Singapore Maritime Safety Center opened in 2025 with MPA, training alternative fuels.

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