Cryogenics Mechanical Engineer

About the role

The Cryogenics Mechanical Engineer will support the space program located in Houston, Texas (77058).

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering design and analysis for cryogenic components, vacuum jacketed and warm piping systems, and associated mechanical systems.
• Develop procurement and fabrication documentation, including Statements of Work, specifications, and engineering drawings.
• Coordinate with vendors and fabricators, participate in design reviews, and witness key testing activities.
• Support facility operations for 20 K helium systems, 80 K liquid nitrogen storage, and distribution systems.
• Provide troubleshooting, maintenance guidance, and technical oversight during equipment assembly, installation, and commissioning.
• Prepare and participate in safety reviews, hazard analyses, operational procedures, and engineering review boards.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplined engineering teams and present design and technical findings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required qualifications

• US Citizenship or Permanent Resident status due to the sensitivity of customer related information.
• Experience in the space industry or Department of Defense/Department of War.
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
• 2+ years of recent progressively responsible mechanical design work experience.
• Experience with mechanical stress analysis of pressure components, mechanical equipment design, and hands on system development.
• Knowledge of machining, welding, piping, and pipe fitting practices.
• Ability to positively interact with and support contractors, vendors, and procurement professionals.

Desired skills

• Cryogenic piping system design, fluid flow and heat transfer analysis, and cryogenic materials knowledge.
• Experience with cold boxes, phase separators, heat exchangers, pumps, compressors, valves, and other cryogenic plant equipment.
• Familiarity with ASME BPVC VIII, ASME B31.3, NFPA, and OSHA requirements.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD and analysis tools (Creo, SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD, ANSYS).
• Knowledge of high vacuum systems and helium mass spec leak detection.
• Experience with design and sizing of plant components, such as heat exchangers, pumps, compressors, piping, valves, relief devices.
• Proficient with 3D modeling using Creo, Solid Works and/or AutoCAD Inventor.
• Familiarity with national building codes, NFPA and OSHA requirements.

Work location and schedule

This position is located onsite and offers a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off; some travel may be required. Schedules are subject to change based on the requirements of the position and/or customer needs.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, disability benefits, life insurance, retirement 401k, vacation, sick pay, holidays, flexible work schedules (when available), along with many other options.
• Career advancement through professional training and development.