Subsea Structural Design Engineer

Trendsetter Engineering, Inc.; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Trendsetter Engineering, Inc. in Houston is seeking a Design Engineer with strong analytical and design experience to support projects in a collaborative environment.

You will use design and analysis software to create, improve, verify, and maintain designs, and engage in project planning meetings as required. You will create manifold and distribution structural designs, drive analyses, assist with prototypes and validation, and ensure compliance with customer specs and industry codes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Civil, or Ocean Engineering with at least 5 years of engineering experience.
• Ability to work autonomously and meet deadlines.
• Experience with CAD and engineering analysis tools.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with industry codes (API 6A/17D, 17P, RP-2A, 2GEO, DNV-RP-B401, ASME B31.8, B31.3).

Responsibilities

• Create manifold and distribution structural designs to address project requirements.
• Define problems, drive analysis of problem areas, and create solutions.
• Assist with building prototypes and in validation through testing.
• Review customer's specifications and develop designs to meet those specifications.
• Review and check drawings for manufacture and for communication with the client.
• Perform order of magnitude and detailed analysis to evaluate and verify designs.
• Produce and maintain installation, operation, and maintenance manuals and guidelines.
• Produce consistent, complete, and accurate drawings of assemblies and components.
• Be familiar with Company HSE policies and procedures.
• Share knowledge across the company. Aggressively identify and champion best practices.
• Support the development of junior design personnel.
• All other duties as assigned

Skills

Analytical design thinking

Autonomous work style

MS Office proficiency

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Civil, or Ocean Engineering

Tools

CAD (Solid models and drawings)

ANSYS / STAAD.Pro

Autopipe

Drawing interpretation

Job description

Trendsetter Engineering, Inc. | Full time

Houston, United States | Posted on 09/03/2026

Analytical and design experience and knowledge of working within a design environment is essential for the position. A design engineer will work closely with other Design Engineers, Project Engineers, Designers, Manufacturing personnel, Vendors, Clients, Project Managers, and others. You will be using design and analysis software to create, improve, verify, and maintain designs in support of the Company's projects. You will also be involved in meetings relating to project planning and execution as required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create manifold and distribution structural designs to address project requirements.
  
• Define problems, drive analysis of problem areas, and create solutions.
  
• Assist with building prototypes and in validation through testing.
  
• Review customer's specifications and develop designs to meet those specifications.
  
• Review and check drawings for manufacture and for communication with the client.
  
• Perform order of magnitude and detailed analysis to evaluate and verify designs.
  
• Produce and maintain installation, operation, and maintenance manuals and guidelines.
  
• Produce consistent, complete, and accurate drawings of assemblies and components.
  
• Be familiar with Company HSE policies and procedures.
  
• Share knowledge across the company. Aggressively identify and champion best practices.
  
• Support the development of junior design personnel.
  
• All other duties as assigned
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Civil, or Ocean Engineering and at least 5 years of engineering experience are required.
  
• Must be flexible and able to work autonomously as well as under direction.
  
• Extensive knowledge and experience with MS Office or similar software is required.
  
• Experience with CAD in generating solid models, drawings, and schematics is required.
  
• Experience with ANSYS, Autopipe, STAAD.pro, or similar in analyzing structural frames and piping systems.
  
• Extensive experience in structural frame weldments, manifolds and distribution equipment.
  
• Familiarity with relevant industry codes (API 6A/17D, 17P, RP-2A, 2GEO, DNV-RP-B401, ASME B31.8, B31.3 etc.).
  
• Familiarity with foundation design (mudmat or suction pile) is a plus.
  
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills, both verbal and written, are necessary.
  
• The ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines with changing priorities is necessary.