Experienced Piping Engineer

Job overview

The Experienced Piping Engineer is an onsite role at Arnold Air Force Base, TN. The posting lists annual salary ranges of $115,000–$157,000 for L09 and $134,000–$183,500 for L10. The engineer joins the Pressure and Hazardous Material Systems team supporting Test Operations and Sustainment at Arnold Engineering Development Complex. The engineer assesses the integrity and code compliance of piping systems, pressure vessels, and related infrastructure used in ground testing of air and space systems. This work supports test readiness by helping ensure systems are safe, reliable, and available for mission and customer requirements.

What you'll do

• Inspect pressure vessels and piping systems during field visits
• perform ASME code calculations, pressure-rating evaluations, piping flexibility and stress analyses, and Fitness for Service assessments
• consult on code compliance
• assess mechanical integrity and system drawings
• collect field data
• reverse engineer systems or components using NDT data
• conduct research and technical analyses
• maintain accurate configuration-controlled work
• prepare technical reports and recommendations
• provide technical guidance and coordinate with inspection, operations, safety, and drafting personnel.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

experienced piping engineer

arnold air force base tn

bnh

$115k–$157k l09

$134k–$183.5k l10

pressure vessels

process piping

mechanical integrity

asme codes

stress analysis

fitness for service

dod secret clearance

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Continuing education assistance, healthcare benefits, 401(k) with employer matching, paid time off, and federally recognized holidays.

Why this role

Requires a mechanical engineering bachelor’s degree and at least eight years of post-degree engineering experience, including process piping, code compliance, and mechanical integrity assessments. U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance are required.

About the employer

BNH is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.