Marine Mechanical Engineer

Location: Austin, TX (On-site)

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are seeking a Marine Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and integration of auxiliary and propulsion support systems for autonomous maritime platforms. This is a hands-on mechanical design role focused on fluid systems, machinery integration, and vessel-level mechanical architecture.

Systems You Will Own

• Fuel storage, transfer, and conditioning systems
• Seawater and freshwater cooling systems
• Ventilation and HVAC for machinery spaces
• Hydraulic systems and fluid power components
• Piping, valves, pumps, and fluid distribution networks
• Auxiliary machinery and below-deck mechanical integration

Responsibilities

• Design and develop marine auxiliary systems from concept through production
• Create system layouts and machinery arrangements
• Perform system-level analyses
• Select and integrate components
• Develop and execute test plans
• Collaborate across engineering teams
• Support build and integration activities
• Analyze performance data and drive design improvements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Experience designing fluid systems, piping, or auxiliary machinery
• Proficiency with CAD tools
• Strong engineering fundamentals
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with marine systems or diesel support systems
• Experience with testing and integration
• Familiarity with CFD or thermal analysis tools
• Exposure to maritime standards

Pay: $100,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person