Mechanical Engineer - Pipe Stress | Mid - Senior Level
Core
Designing fluid and piping systems for rocket engine test stands and space flight vehicle test facilities, including stress analysis and structural support design.
Role type
Senior Mechanical Engineer (Piping & Stress Analysis)
Builds
Test stand systems for reusable suborbital rocket vehicles (New Shepard program)
Domain
Aerospace / Propulsion Testing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> infrastructure (test facilities)
Required skills
Piping system design and analysis, Stress analysis, Pipe support selection and design, High-pressure gas and cryogenic fluid system design, Process Hazard Analysis (HAZOP), ASME B31.3 and ASME BPVC code knowledge, Bentley AutoPipe, CAESAR II
Preferred skills
AFT Arrow/Fathom, AutoCAD Plant/P&ID, ProEngineer/Creo, Windchill, ProPiping
Responsibilities
Define piping system layouts and support locations, Perform stress analysis on piping and tubing systems, Design and analyze structural supports, Lead design of high-pressure gas and cryogenic fluid systems, Conduct Process Hazard Analysis (HAZOP), Manage suppliers for cost and schedule, Provide on-site support during fabrication and installation, Mentor newer engineers and perform peer reviews
Seniority
Mid-Senior Level (Level III/Level II)