Mechanical Engineer – Pressure Vessel (BT-25156)

The Mechanical Engineer - Pressure Vessel / Pressure Vessel Human Occupied will support various projects in Houston, TX. We are seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Engineer with expertise in pressure vessels for human-occupied vehicles and subsea habitats. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, analysis, testing, and lifecycle support of man-rated subsea pressure hulls and related systems. This role requires strong technical knowledge of pressure vessel design, subsea materials, and structural mechanics, as well as the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, reliable, and compliant solutions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the design and structural analysis of man-rated pressure vessels and subsea structures, including hulls, hatches, seals, and penetrators.
• Perform pressure containment and structural integrity assessments in accordance with ASME, DNV, and other applicable classification standards for human-occupied systems.
• Develop detailed design documentation, manufacturing specifications, and test procedures for subsea habitats and submersibles.
• Provide engineering support for fabrication, welding, non-destructive examination (NDE), assembly, and integration of pressure systems.
• Conduct risk assessments, including failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA/FMECA), to ensure safety and reliability for occupants.
• Collaborate with classification societies, regulatory agencies, and client representatives to ensure compliance with man-rated subsea system requirements.
• Support prototype and qualification testing, including hydrostatic, hyperbaric, and full-scale load tests.
• Participate in troubleshooting, inspections, and root cause analysis of subsea pressure vessel issues.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED:

This position has been posted at multiple levels (must meet minimum level indicated). Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

• This position requires US Citizenship or Permanent Resident status due to the sensitivity of customer related information.
• Requires a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, ocean engineering, or related discipline.
• Must have 3+ years of recent and related work experience, ideally within the Oil & Gas industry and/or Offshore Renewables (Comparable experience in other complex engineering environments will also be considered).
• In lieu of degree: Candidates with a 7+ years of recent and related work experience will be considered.
• Demonstrable ability to work within time/budget constraints.

DESIRED:

• Professional Engineer (PE) or Chartered Engineer (CEng) credential.
• Master's degree in a related field.
• In-depth knowledge of ASME Section VIII, DNV-RU-UWT, and other relevant subsea and pressure vessel codes.
• Experience with classification society approval processes (ABS, DNV, Lloyd's Register) for manned subsea systems.
• Knowledge of deepwater and ultra-deepwater operational challenges.
• Familiarity with digital twin technologies or structural health monitoring for subsea assets.
• Experience contributing to multidisciplinary subsea projects, including life support, control systems, or integration with topside infrastructure.
• Hands-on experience with finite element analysis tools (ANSYS, Abaqus, or equivalent) for structural and pressure assessments.
• Experience with hydrostatic, hyperbaric, and man-rated testing protocols.

WORK LOCATION:

• This position is located onsite.
• This position may require some travel.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS REQUIRED:

All Bastion employees must be able to pass a national agency check and some positions require clearance and will require an extensive background verification/check process.

DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREENING REQUIRED:

All Bastion employees must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and are required to participate in periodic random drug and alcohol screenings.

STANDARD BASTION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and TEAMS.
• All of Bastion's employees must be team players with strong work ethics and must be culture oriented.
• Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in written form, with internal and external customers.
• Able to follow company programs, processes, procedures, practices, requirements, goals, and objectives.
• Must be organized with good time management skills and must be able to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.
• Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.
• Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time) and may require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time).
• Regular attendance in accordance with an established work schedule is critical.

BASTION BENEFITS:

Bastion offers a wide range of benefits for their full-time employees; medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, disability benefits, life insurance, retirement 401k, vacation, sick pay, holidays, flexible work schedules (when available), along with many other options. We also support career advancement through professional training and development.

ABOUT BASTION:

Bastion offers career opportunities with competitive benefits, exciting possibilities for advancement, and an exceptional work environment; the well-being of our employees is a priority, and our flexibility allows our employees a great work life balance. Our culture is based on strong business ethics, integrity, and professionalism. Our team members are known for their initiative and high-quality work. When it comes to our employees, we value, respect, and help them grow in their careers.

WORKPLACE EXCELLENCE:

At Bastion, we are passionate about our people and our safety culture. Individual thoughts, opinions, and perspectives bring value and help us develop solutions for challenging problems, they make us more inventive, and more resilient.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Bastion participates in e-Verify.

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