Specializes in structural geology, geomechanics, and geotechnical engineering for various industries.
Lead design, analysis, and fabrication of marine pressure vessels, ensuring quality and certification.
7 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
San Antonio, TX
Onsite
Company Size
200 Employees
Service Specialisms
Geological Services
Geomechanics
Structural Geology
Seismic Risk Analysis
Rock Mechanics
Reservoir Geomechanics
Subsurface Modeling
Site Characterization
Sector Specialisms
Oil and Gas
Geothermal Energy
Nuclear Power
Energy Exploration
Environmental Services
Planetary Science
Construction
Infrastructure
Role
Description
quality assurance
document approval
design review
change management
fabrication compliance
project coordination
Ensure acceptable delivery of final product in terms quality, function, performance, and certifiability for intended purpose.
Provide approval of technical documentation including drawings, material specifications, work instructions, technical design/analysis reports, and fabrication plans.
Conduct design reviews, provide feedback, training as needed, and identify/communicate corrections to ensure components, assemblies, and systems meet criteria.
Ensure proper change management is followed through monitoring of activities of various teams or systems.
Communicate changes regularly with engineering staff and project management.
Execute quality program objectives to meet internal, project-specific, and/or industry standards. This may include generation of new or editing of existing documentation.
Participate in business development efforts for manned and unmanned pressure vessel projects such as technical presentations, client visits, concept development and/or personnel searches.
Guide a multidisciplinary team to support the design and fabrication of large article pressure vessels used in a variety of subsea or surface applications.
Ensure fabrication processes comply with project requirements by providing subject matter expert input.
Provide input and co-design efforts for structures, mechanisms, and pressure chambers.
Regularly communicate status and assist project management in prioritizing activities.
Interface with project managers and team members to identify, plan, and execute project objectives.
Requirements
bachelors
finite element
pe
leadership
driver's license
fabrication
Requires a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture or Ocean Engineering.
Experience in finite element analysis for complex or combined pressure loading scenarios, additional mechanism design experience preferred.
15+ years: Expertise in design, analysis, and fabrication elements for marine/sub-surface structural engineering. Expertise in the quality requirements of P-9290 and/or fabrication requirements of Tech Pub 1688 and/or technical requirements of ASME BPVC / PVHO codes.
5+ years: Leadership and supervisory experience including training of individuals.
P.E. preferred.
A valid/clear driver's license is required.
Proficiency in fabrication and inspection methods for high-strength steels, advanced metallic alloys, and non-metallics for marine environments.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
government security investigation required; must be eligible for classified information access.
Company
Overview
With decades of experience, SWRI Structural Geology & Geomechanics provides innovative solutions for geotechnical challenges.
Their team works on large-scale projects across energy, infrastructure, and natural resources, applying cutting-edge techniques.
Their deep expertise spans from geomechanical analysis to structural geological modeling, offering both research and consultancy.
The company is known for its high-impact projects in complex geological environments, such as oilfields and mining sites.
One standout project involved evaluating the impact of subsurface pressures on energy extraction, providing vital data to optimize efficiency.
They specialize in risk analysis and ground stability assessments, ensuring safety in critical infrastructure projects.
Culture + Values
Field investigations of mechanical stratigraphy and natural deformation in sedimentary strata.
2D and 3D geometric and kinematic modeling, balancing, and restoration with seismic interpretation.
Physical analog modeling of geologic structures using dynamic structured light for digital terrain analyses.
Stress analysis using 3DStress® for fault and fracture tendencies.
2D and 3D geomechanical modeling for subsurface stress prediction and hydraulic fracturing simulation.
Field and classroom training for reservoir characterization and performance insights.
Environment + Sustainability
4 MW Electricity
Supercritical CO2 Plant
Generating power using supercritical CO2 technology to reduce environmental impact.
27,000 RPM
Turbine Speed
Achieved full design speed, demonstrating advanced turbine capabilities.
2.3 T Hydrogen
Clean Hydrogen Production
Continuously producing clean hydrogen for thousands of hours.
2023 Vehicle Completion
Zero Emission Engine
Targeting zero or near-zero emissions in heavy-duty vehicles.
Developing gas-turbine combustion systems using low- and zero-carbon fuels (hydrogen, propane, renewable diesel)
Building a high-temperature tubular membrane CO₂ separator for industrial carbon capture
Developing advanced chemical recycling facility for post-consumer plastics via pyrolysis and catalysis, booked through end-2025
Developed methane burner (99.5% destruction) reducing greenhouse gas leaks under ARPA-E’s REMEDY program
Project Z: techno-economic modeling toward onsite zero-carbon electricity generation and roadmap for net-zero power
Inclusion & Diversity
No publicly stated DEI strategy or gender-related statistics found for SwRI Structural Geology & Geomechanics on provided sources.