Mechanical Engineer - Pressure Vessel (BT-25131) - Military veterans preferred

Bastion Technologies, Inc.

Department: Commercial Engineering - Houston Corporate
Employment Type: Full Time

The Mechanical Engineer - Pressure Vessel / Pressure Vessel Human Occupied will support Commercial Engineering 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.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) requirements in all engineering and testing activities.
• 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.
• Must have a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, ocean engineering, or related discipline.
• Requires 3+ years of recent and related work experience in pressure vessel design and analysis, ideally with direct involvement in human-occupied submersibles, habitats, or similar applications.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant subsea and pressure vessel codes.
• Hands-on experience with finite element analysis tools (ANSYS, Abaqus, or equivalent) for structural and pressure assessments.
• Strong background in metallurgy, fatigue, fracture mechanics, and welding processes relevant to subsea environments.
• Experience with hydrostatic, hyperbaric, and man-rated testing protocols.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills for engineering reports and client documentation.
• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary, multicultural engineering teams.
• In-depth knowledge of ASME Section VIII, DNV-RU-UWT, and other relevant subsea and pressure vessel codes.

DESIRED:

• Professional Engineer (PE) or Chartered Engineer (CEng) credential.
• Masters degree in a related field.
• 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.

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, some positions require a clearance and will require an extensive background verification/check process.

DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREENING REQUIRED:

All Bastion employees must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen; some contracts require participation in periodic random drug and alcohol screening programs.

STANDARD BASTION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• All of Bastion's employees must be team players.
• 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 have a strong work ethic and must be safety culture oriented.
• Must be organized with good time management skills.
• 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).
• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time).
• Regular attendance in accordance with an established work schedule is critical.
• Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

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, and flexible work schedules (when available). 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. We are committed to a journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company, that philosophy fosters an environment of collaboration across cultures. 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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