Immersive Training Manager presso American Bureau of Shipping
American Bureau of Shipping · Houston, Stati Uniti d'America · Onsite
- Senior
- Ufficio in Houston
The Immersive Training Manager manages development and stability of ABS' immersive learning environments for ABS; including but not limited to Unreal and Unity-based gaming programs, learning management systems and their associated assets. This position is responsible for managing either outsourced or internal designers and developers in their tasks of creating and delivering cutting-edge immersive training solutions.
What You Will Do:
- Manage multiple immersive training projects simultaneously, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget to meet internal and client expectations.
- Work with cross-functional teams; providing clear direction, set priorities, and ensure the team meets project deadlines and quality standards.
- Allocate resources effectively, balancing team capacity with project demands.
- Design and recommend strategies around development tools and processes; seek to find efficiencies in both internal and outsourced development.
- Foster a strong technical, collaborative and innovative culture in a fast-paced commercially driven environment.
- Establish engineering best practices and manage technical partnerships.
- Act as primary technical support contact for internal and client users. Work proactively with internal and technical teams to provide timely and effective responses.
- Ensure training content is accurate, relevant, and tailored to the needs of the target audience.
- Collaborate with facilitators, trainers, and operational teams to integrate immersive training solutions into existing programs.
- Ensure seamless deployment of immersive technologies, including hardware setup, software integration, and user onboarding. Monitor and address any technical or logistical challenges during implementation.
- Develop metrics and evaluation frameworks to measure the effectiveness and efficiencies of internal and external teams.
- Stay informed about emerging technologies and best practices to continuously enhance the team’s capabilities.
What You Will Need:
Education and Experience
- Master's degree in Computer Science.
- 7+ years of experience in learning and development, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Proven experience designing and delivering immersive training solutions, including VR, AR, and simulations.
- Strong track record of managing cross-functional teams and delivering complex projects.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Deep understanding of immersive technologies and their application in training environments.
- Proficiency in multiple programming languages, tools and platforms for immersive content creation (e.g., C++, C#, Unity, Unreal Engine, etc.)
- Demonstrated understanding of computer graphics, animations, modeling development and use in immersive learning.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Exposure to and management of international teams.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and levels.
- Problem solving mindset with the ability to quickly seek out solutions to complex technical challenges.
It Would Be Nice If You Have:
- Experience in industries such as maritime, energy, or other high-risk sectors where immersive training is preferred.
- Familiarity with compliance and safety training requirements.
Company
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 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
Candidarsi ora
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 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
