Engineer II – Piping System Design

BLUE ORIGIN•Huntsville, AL

2d•$99,201 - $138,880

About The Position

This role is part of Blue Origin’s Engines business unit, which designs, develops, manufactures, and tests engines and propulsion systems. The Engineer II will design and develop ground-based fluid piping systems for a development program and share responsibility for their complete product life cycle, from initial definition through system operation. Work spans design, analysis, manufacturing, test support, data review, and maintenance. Hardware includes high-pressure storage and distribution systems, pneumatics, and other ancillary systems needed to operate a novel architecture. The role requires a strong technical background in fluid design and familiarity with codes and regulations. Travel to Blue Origin sites is required to support development, maintenance, and operations; travel is expected up to 20% of the time. Relocation is provided, and interviews include a technical assessment. Multiple positions are available.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Chemical, Nuclear, or a related discipline).
At least 2 years of professional experience in a similar sector, such as aerospace, petrochemical, or power.
Demonstrated experience designing and developing pressurized piping system architectures.
Strong technical fundamentals.
Experience performing fluid system sizing calculations, layout, and component and material selection.
Familiarity with ASME B31.3 and similar consensus codes.
Experience generating plumbing and instrumentation documents (P&IDs).
Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to an inclusive culture.
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in an engineering subject area or higher.
Experience with hydraulic modeling tools such as AFT Fathom/Arrow or HYSYS.
Experience performing pipe stress analysis and using associated tools such as Autopipe or CAESAR.
Experience with on-site construction and commissioning support.
Experience deploying AI tools to automate repetitive analysis.
Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) tools.
Experience with structural finite element analysis tools such as ANSYS or FE/Pipe.

Responsibilities

Take technical ownership of fluid subsystems.
Perform fluid sizing analysis for complex pressurized piping systems.
Select components and generate specifications.
Work with internal and external production organizations to resolve manufacturing or procurement challenges involving fluid system components.
Work with the operations team to fabricate, install, activate, and operate fluid systems.
Ensure operations and maintenance activities are consistent with design intent and defined requirements.
Work directly with Supply Chain to ensure cost- and schedule-effective sourcing.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Basic and supplemental life insurance.
Paid parental leave.
Short- and long-term disability.
401(k) with company match of up to 5%.
Education Support Program.
Stock options for regular employees working at least 20 hours per week.
Paid time off of up to four weeks per year, based on weekly scheduled hours.
Up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Depending on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on individual contributions, company results, or other factors; amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed.