Senior Project Engineer

Hunting; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunting is seeking a Sr. Project Engineer to support technical execution of subsea projects, including design, analysis, testing, manufacturing and installation support.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical or Civil Engineering, 10+ years in the field, and proficiency with SolidWorks. Experience with Abaqus/CAE and other 3D CAD tools is preferred, with a background in oil & gas engineering and subsea hardware.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• 10+ years of experience in field or adjacent field.
• Advanced degree in Engineering, business or other technical focus is preferred.
• P.E. License preferred.
• Proficient with SolidWorks.
• Familiarity with linear and nonlinear structural FEA software is a plus.
• Experience with Abaqus/CAE preferred.
• Experience with other 3D CAD systems is a plus.
• Experience with deepwater riser systems or subsea hardware is a plus.
• Experience with engineering/fabrication in oil & gas industry.

Responsibilities

• Support technical execution of projects through design, analysis, testing, manufacturing and installation activities.
• Perform design activities including layouts, top-down assembly design, and drafting.
• Conduct analysis via handbook calculations, spreadsheets, and FEA for structural integrity and performance.
• Assist in testing and verification programs and monitor external laboratories.
• Provide manufacturing interface and promote compliant, efficient product development.
• Assist with installation and post-deployment support and documentation.
• Lead technical discussions within PM teams and mentoring colleagues.

Skills

Analytical skills

SolidWorks proficiency

FEA knowledge

Reading blueprints

Data interpretation

Problem solving

Team mentoring

MS Office proficiency

MatLab/MathCAD knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Civil Engineering

Advanced engineering degree (preferred)

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

Abaqus/CAE

3D CAD systems

MathCAD

MatLab

Job description

Sr. Project Engineers are responsible for supporting the technical execution of Hunting Subsea projects. Activities include the design, analysis, testing, manufacturing and installation support through all phases of project development and deployment.

Responsibilities

• Design activities will include creative brainstorming, proof-of-concept calculations, system layouts, top-down assembly design, detail component design and drafting.
• Analysis activities will include classical handbook calculations, engineering spreadsheets, and Finite Element Analysis for determinations of structural integrity, stability, fatigue, and fracture per the applicable company practices and industry driving requirements.
• Testing activities will include hands‑on involvement during internal verification programs, as well as technical monitoring of external laboratories.
• Manufacturing support will include direct interface with both internal and external shops to promote efficient product development, mitigate non‑conformances, and provide disposition as necessary.
• Installation assistance will be required for each product through installation, operation, repair, and decommission.
• Project planning in terms of the following: system layout and detail design, system analysis and verification, manufacturing support, documentation, reports, design reviews and customer presentations
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Additional responsibilities of Sr. Project Engineers:
  • Responsible for product development in response to customer requirements.
  • Lead technical discussions and meetings for projects in support of the Project Management team and supporting functions.
  • Technical mentoring and direction provided to other less experienced engineers on the team

Required Skills and Experience

• Required: Bachelor’s degree from four-year accredited college or university, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering or equivalent
• Required: Sr. Project Engineers must have 10+ years of experience in field or adjacent field
• Preferred: Advanced degree in Engineering, business or other technical focus
• Preferred: Licensing/Registration/Certification – P.E. License Preferred
• Must be proficient with SolidWorks
• Familiarity with linear and nonlinear structural FEA software a plus
• Experience with Abaqus/CAE preferred
• Experience with other 3D CAD systems a plus
• Experience with deepwater riser systems or subsea hardware is a plus.
• To perform in this position successfully, an individual must be able to complete all areas outlined above for this position in a satisfactory manner.
• Experience with an engineering/fabrication company in the oil & gas industry
• Proficient in MS Office with a focus on Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Proficient with Adobe Acrobat.
• Familiar with calculation softwares such as MathCAD or MatLab.
• Experience with design of machined components and welded fabrications
• Experience working on a project basis
• Strong analytical skills
• Must be organized to achieve good results
• Creative, precise, and innovative in finding solutions to problems
• Ability to read blueprints and industry specifications.
• Machine shop, welding, and backgrounds in other manufacturing methods preferred.
• Must be familiar with Roark's (Stress) and Peterson's (Stress Concentration) Engineering Handbooks.
• Must be competent with free body diagrams, load path, stiffness, and deflection determinations.
• Experience with linear and nonlinear structural Finite Element Analysis (FEA) preferred.
• Experience with structural, fatigue, and function testing preferred.
• Experience correlating test data to analysis math models a plus.
• Experience with strain gages, load cell, and data acquisition systems a plus.