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Swri Structural Geology & Geomechanics

RESEARCH ENGINEER - SR. RESEARCH ENGINEER - Environmental and Mechanical Test Engineer

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Swri Structural Geology & Geomechanics
Specializes in structural geology, geomechanics, and geotechnical engineering for various industries.
Develop/manage environmental test plans, design custom tests, and produce reports.
13d ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
San Antonio, TX
Office Full-Time
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
What you would be doing
test execution
test planning
test reporting
ansys analysis
methodology design
customer communication
  • Monitor and manage test execution, budget, and scope, coordinate with technicians, and address any issues that arise.
  • Draft, manage, and deliver testing proposals, ensuring alignment with customer specifications and industry standards.
  • Develop and manage comprehensive proposals, schedules, and test plans for a wide variety of environmental testing projects. Several will overlap at a time.
  • Communicate effectively with technicians and customers, resolving issues and providing updates.
  • Create high quality detailed test reports and analysis, leveraging tools like ANSYS for analysis and SolidWorks for design work.
  • Design and implement unique testing methodologies tailored to customer needs, often focusing on test standards such as IEC, MIL-STD, or IEEE.
  • Design custom tests and oversee custom and standard test execution, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
  • Perform business development activities for testing area of focus.
  • Foster collaboration within the team to deliver innovative and high-quality testing solutions.
  • Prepare and present detailed test reports and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Communicate proactively with customers about test progress, results, and troubleshooting measures.
What you bring
project management
bachelors
technical writing
labview
excel
driver's license
  • 1-5 years: Project Management and Testing: Able to manage test projects, execute projects, and troubleshoot issues. Able to use the tools associated with Project Management effectively
  • Requires a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Industrial Engineering or similar engineering degree.
  • 3+ years: Technical Writing and Communication: Proficient in writing clear proposals and test reports. Strong verbal skills to communicate with customers.
  • 3+ years: Data Analysis and Validation: Skilled in validating test data using tools like LABVIEW, or Excel. Ensures accuracy in test results. Instrumentation and Standards: Knowledge of selecting test instrumentation and applying standards like MIL-STD-810 and IEC 60068
  • A valid/clear driver's license is required.
  • 3+ years: Designing, running, validating, or overseeing at least one (or a combination) of the following tests: Vibration, Seismic, Thermal, Temperature Shock, Altitude, Mechanical Shock, or Water Ingress.
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
  • subject to government security investigation for classified 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.
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