Mechanical Project Engineer – Space Systems

Oceaneering; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness

Retirement Savings

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Oceaneering in Houston is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to support NASA on the JSC Engineering projects. You will analyze requirements and design solutions while collaborating with NASA teams.

The ideal candidate has 2-5 years' experience in engineering and a Bachelor's degree. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in teams are essential. Comprehensive benefits include health, retirement, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of related experience in engineering.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze customer requirements and develop design solutions.
• Design and analyze technical products and systems.
• Collaborate with NASA for design reviews.
• Troubleshoot facility systems and instruct technicians.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team coordination

Mechanical systems visualization

Leadership

Ability to meet deadlines

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office Suite

MS Project

AutoCAD

Inventor or Creo

Job description

Job Description

Mechanical Project Engineer This role supports NASA as an Oceaneering Teammate on the JSC Engineering, Technology, and Science (JETS) II contract. You will work in the Facility and Test Management section of the Operations and Test Department, contributing to human spaceflight and deep space exploration programs. Your work will help us exceed all standards and expectations.

We are looking for a detail-oriented, proactive engineer with strong communication skills, a curiosity for continuous learning, and a commitment to quality. A bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 2‑5 years of related experience is typically required.

International travel may be required. Possible straight time overtime and a 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off) is available.

Responsibilities

• Work in a team environment to analyze requirements from customers and develop design solutions.
• Design, develop, test, implement, and analyze technical products and systems.
• Perform engineering designs and evaluations for thermal vacuum space simulation testing.
• Produce engineering drawings conforming to JPR 8500 and other applicable standards.
• Ability to troubleshoot facility systems and or components and instruct technicians on repair solutions.
• Collaborate with NASA Pressure Systems to complete Pressure Systems Design Reviews. (5 years of experience is desired)
• Possess 5 years of direct work with ASME B31.3 Process piping and ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessels is desired.
• Prepare and present designs at various engineering design reviews.
• Prepare work authorizing documents (WADs) required to support the installation of hardware into human in the loop vacuum/thermal vacuum chambers.
• Apply engineering principles and techniques to create solutions to equipment, building, and infrastructure challenges.
• Prepare engineering specifications, statements of work, and estimates for a wide range of facility related projects.
• Prepare, submit & track all phases of procurement, inspection, fabrication & installation into the facility and test chambers.
• Coordinate and lead Mechanical Engineering designers, stress engineers and drawing checkers to complete detailed fabrication drawings.
• Express good leadership qualities be highly motivated, well organized, and capable of working within a closely-knit team.
• Ability to oversee and direct technicians while performing installation or fabrication of engineering products.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with a minimum of 2‑5 years of related experience.
• Ability to visualize and work with complex mechanical systems and work with others in problem solving as part of a team.
• Ability to coordinate in a team environment to meet project milestone design reviews and integration.
• Maintain configuration control for all phases of project.
• Ability to develop a design based on Concept of Operations or established requirements in a fast‑paced work environment.
• Able to interpret and modify Process and Instrumentation Drawings (P&ID).
• Experienced in the following: MS Office Suite, MS Project, AutoCAD, Inventor or Creo or other similar CAD Software packages.
• Familiar with reliability, availability, and maintainability (RAM) principles.
• Familiarization with Liquid Nitrogen, Helium, and Oxygen Systems.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and schedules with limited supervision.
• Ability to respond well to the demands of working in a Thermal Vacuum Testing environment.
• Shift work may be required to cover Test Operations.
• Ability to communicate, build relationships, be proactive, and work with a team.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Presentation skills are required.

Preferred

• Familiarization with Johnson Space Center (JSC) organizations, processes, and procedures.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and report the status (MS Project/Smartsheet).
• Experience with NASA’s Engineering Drawing System Manual, JPR 8500.4 is a plus.

Proof of U.S. Citizenship is a requirement for this position and you must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

Management has the prerogative to select any level for which the position is advertised. This position can be hired at any level in our professional career framework, depending on business need at the time of hire.

Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. Job tasks are performed in close physical proximity to other people.

EEO Statement

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non‑merit factors.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.