PRINCIPAL ENGINEER - STAFF ENGINEER - Marine Structures & Pressur...
Southwest Research Institute - San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78208
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The Marine Structures & Engineering Section provides engineering R&D services for commercial and government clients. We design, analyze, fabricate, and commission pressure vessels for land-based, subsea, manned, and unmanned applications. Responsibilities
Lead a multidisciplinary team in designing and fabricating large pressure vessels for subsea or surface applications. Ensure quality, functionality, performance, and certifiability of final products. Approve technical documentation, including drawings, specifications, and fabrication plans. Ensure fabrication processes meet project requirements with expert input. Assist in business development through technical presentations, client visits, and project proposals. Daily and Monthly Tasks
Collaborate with project managers and teams to plan and execute objectives. Contribute to design efforts for structures, mechanisms, and pressure chambers. Conduct design reviews, provide feedback, and ensure components meet criteria. Communicate project status and prioritize activities. Maintain quality standards and documentation. Manage changes effectively and communicate updates to staff and management. Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Marine, Naval Architecture, or Ocean Engineering. 15+ years in marine/sub-surface structural design, analysis, and fabrication, with knowledge of relevant standards (P-9290, Tech Pub 1688, ASME BPVC/PVHO). 5+ years of leadership and supervisory experience. Experience with finite element analysis under complex pressure scenarios; mechanism design is a plus. Proficiency in fabrication and inspection of high-strength steels, alloys, and non-metals for marine use. P.E. license preferred. Valid driver’s license required. Additional Requirements
Candidate must undergo a government security clearance process and be a U.S. citizen. The position is based in San Antonio, Texas. Job Details
Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level Employment Type: Full-time Job Function: Management and Manufacturing Industry: Research Services This job is active and accepting applications.
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