Engineer II – Piping System Design

Blue Origin; Alabama; On-site; USD 99,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a Fluid Subsystems Engineer to own and develop high‑pressure fluid piping systems for a development program. You will guide design, analysis, manufacturing support, testing, and data review from concept through operation.

The role requires strong fundamentals in fluid design, familiarity with relevant codes, and collaboration with operations and supply chain. Some travel is expected across Blue Origin sites.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Chemical, Nuclear, or related).
• 2+ years in aerospace, petrochemical, power, or related sectors.
• Design and development of pressurized piping system architectures.
• Fluid system sizing calculations, layout, and component/material selection.
• Familiarity with ASME B31.3 and related codes.
• Ability to generate plumbing and instrumentation documents (P&IDs).
• U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Technical ownership of fluid subsystems.
• Perform fluid sizing analysis for complex pressurized piping systems.
• Select components and generate specifications.
• Collaborate with internal and external production to resolve manufacturing or procurement challenges.
• Work with operations to fabricate, install, activate, and operate fluid systems.
• Ensure operations align with design intent and requirements.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain for cost- and schedule-effective sourcing.

Skills

Fluid design

P&IDs

Pressure piping

ASME B31.3

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

CAD tools

FEA tools

Autopipe

CAESAR

ANSYS

Job description

Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! This role is part of the Blue Origin Engines business unit, where our focus is the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of engines and propulsion systems. Built for multiple uses, our family of engines is powering the next generation of rockets for commercial, civil, national security, and human spaceflight. As part of a diverse and hard-working team of engineers, you will design and develop ground-based fluid piping systems for a development program. You will share responsibility for these systems’ complete product life cycle from initial definition through system operation. This includes all aspects of design, analysis, manufacturing, test support, data review, and maintenance. Hardware responsibilities include high pressure storage & distribution systems, pneumatics, and other ancillary systems required to operate a novel architecture. You will need to have a strong technical background in fluid design and familiarity with code standards and regulations. The position will require some travel to Blue Origin sites to support development, maintenance, and operations. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact Blue Origin’s mission. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Special Mentions

Relocation provided Travel expected up to 20% of the time Interviews will include a technical assessment Multiple positions available

Responsibilities

• 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 challenges encountered during manufacturing or procurement of fluid system components.
• Work with operations team to fabricate, install, activate, and operate fluid systems.
• Ensure operations and maintenance activities are conducted consistently with design intent and defined requirements.
• Work directly with Supply Chain to ensure cost and schedule effective sourcing.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Chemical, Nuclear, or related discipline).
• 2+ years of professional experience within a similar sector (aerospace, petrochemical, power, etc).
• Demonstrated experience in design and development of pressurized piping system architectures.
• Strong technical fundamentals.
• Experience in performing fluid system sizing calculations, layout, 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 our 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• M.S. in engineering subject area or higher.
• Experience with hydraulic modeling tools (AFT Fathom/Arrow, HYSYS, etc.)
• Experience performing pipe stress analysis and associated tools (Autopipe, CAESAR, etc).
• Experience with on-site construction and commissioning support.
• Experience in deploying AI tools to automate repetitive analysis.
• Experience with computer aided design (CAD) tools.
• Experience with structural FEA tools (ANSYS, FE/Pipe, etc.).

Base Pay Range for: WA applicants is $99,201.00 - $138,880.35 Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check Required

Background Check Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training. Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion.
• Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation.
• Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here. Affinece Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affinece Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request. We’re committed to building the road to space so our children can build the future. We are a mission-driven company focused on ideas and innovation, and encourage fresh perspectives from bold voices. At Blue, our team is building the future as their unique selves.

Thank you for your interest in working at Blue Origin! Blue Origin was founded with a vision to enable a future where millions of people are living and working in space to benefit Earth. In order to preserve Earth, Blue Origin believes in the need to enable humanity to expand, explore, find new energy and material resources, and move industries that stress Earth into space. Blue Origin believes it has an important role in building a road to space and lowering the cost of getting there. At Blue Origin, we’re working on this today by developing fully reusable launch vehicles and systems that are safe, reliable and affordable. Every launch vehicle is designed for human spaceflight from the beginning and able to ferry payloads to space.