Engineer III – Piping Systems

BLUE ORIGIN•Huntsville, AL

1d•$121,023 - $169,432

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 III – Piping Systems will design and develop ground-based fluid piping systems for a development program and own those systems throughout their complete product life cycle, from initial definition through system operation. The work covers 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 position requires a strong technical background in fluid design and familiarity with applicable codes and regulations, and includes travel to Blue Origin sites to support development, maintenance, and operations. The engineer will provide technical ownership of fluid subsystems and collaborate with designers, configuration managers, production organizations, operations, and Supply Chain. The role calls for technical expertise, leadership, project management proficiency, and commitment to quality, as well as guiding and mentoring less experienced engineers. Relocation is provided, travel is expected up to 20% of the time, and interviews include a technical assessment.

Requirements

B.S. degree in engineering; Mechanical, Aerospace, or Chemical Engineering is desired.
At least 5 years of professional experience in a similar sector, such as aerospace, petrochemical, or power.
Demonstrated expertise in design and development of pressurized piping system architectures.
Strong technical fundamentals.
Experience with fluid system sizing calculations, layout, component and material selection, and deriving concepts of operations.
Experience with hydraulic modeling tools such as AFT Fathom/Arrow or HYSYS.
In-depth knowledge of industry standards, including ASME B31.3 and the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC).
Experience generating plumbing and instrumentation documents (P&IDs).
Experience guiding and mentoring less experienced engineers.
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

M.S. degree in an engineering subject area or higher.
At least 7 years of proven experience in a similar sector, such as aerospace, petrochemical, or power.
Experience with on-site construction and commissioning support.
Experience deploying AI tools to automate repetitive analysis.
Strong system safety fundamentals and experience with analysis methods such as HAZOP, FMECA, or FMEA.
Proficiency with computer-aided design (CAD) tools.
Proficiency in pipe stress analysis and associated tools such as AutoPIPE or CAESAR.
Experience with structural FEA tools such as ANSYS or FE/Pipe.

Responsibilities

Own fluid subsystems technically.
Perform fluid sizing analysis for complex pressurized piping systems.
Select components and generate specifications.
Work with internal and external production organizations to resolve manufacturing and procurement challenges for fluid systems.
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.
Collaborate with technical designers and configuration managers to establish product structures and configuration control for owned subsystems.
Work directly with Supply Chain to ensure cost- and schedule-effective sourcing.
Travel to other Blue Origin sites, up to 20% of the time.
Guide and mentor less experienced engineers.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
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
Relocation provided
Some employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on role type, job level, company discretion, and other factors; eligibility and bonus amounts are not guaranteed.