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Senior Engineer - Fixed Equipment

Bethlehem, PA · On-site

$103K - $141K/yr

Provides Piping and Vessel engineering specification and design for plant replacement, modification ... construction, seismic protection). Basic Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical ...

Member of Nuclear Staff

Columbia, SC · On-site

$91K - $109K/yr

ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code and applicable piping codes * Equipment qualification, seismic considerations, environmental requirements, and design interfaces * Design reviews, calculations ...

Member of Nuclear Staff

Columbia, SC · On-site

$91K - $109K/yr

ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code and applicable piping codes * Equipment qualification, seismic considerations, environmental requirements, and design interfaces * Design reviews, calculations ...

... vessel supports, buildings, pipe racks and other industrial structures Perform periodic field ... seismic design is required Have strong written and verbal communication skills Experience with ...

... vessel design - Steel stack design - Steel structure design - Wind design code principles - Seismic design code principles - Finite element analysis - Pipe stress analysis - Drafting software The ...

... vessel design - Steel stack design - Steel structure design - Wind design code principles - Seismic design code principles - Finite element analysis - Pipe stress analysis - Drafting software The ...

... vessel design - Steel stack design - Steel structure design - Wind design code principles - Seismic design code principles - Finite element analysis - Pipe stress analysis - Drafting software The ...

Perform and direct engineering analyses (structural, thermal, fatigue, seismic) to validate designs ... Working knowledge of ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code (Section III or Section VIII) * Experience ...

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How much do seismic vessel jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for seismic vessel in the United States is $95,411.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $112,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a seismic vessel?

A Seismic Vessel job involves working on a specialized ship that conducts underwater surveys to map geological formations beneath the seafloor. These vessels use airguns and hydrophone arrays to send and receive sound waves, helping locate oil, gas, and other resources. Roles onboard include geophysicists, navigators, engineers, and seismic technicians. Crew members ensure equipment operates efficiently, maintain safety protocols, and analyze collected data. The job often requires long periods at sea and technical expertise in marine exploration technology.

What does a typical work schedule look like for someone working on a seismic vessel?

Seismic vessel crews often work on a rotational schedule, such as several weeks on the vessel followed by a set period off, to accommodate the vessel’s around-the-clock operations at sea. Daily responsibilities can involve long shifts, managing survey equipment, monitoring data acquisition, and participating in safety drills and maintenance tasks. Work is highly team-based, requiring close collaboration with marine crew, survey specialists, and technical staff. This demanding schedule is balanced by periods of extended leave, offering both the challenge of offshore work and time to recharge between rotations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the seismic vessel position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a seismic vessel crew member, you need a background in maritime operations, knowledge of seismic data acquisition procedures, and a relevant seafaring or technical qualification such as an STCW certification. Familiarity with seismic survey equipment, navigation systems, and safety protocols is essential. Strong teamwork, adaptability, and effective communication are vital soft skills in the dynamic offshore environment. These capabilities are crucial for ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality geophysical data collection under challenging conditions.

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What states have the most Seismic Vessel jobs?

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Infographic showing various Seismic Vessel job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $95,411 per year, or $45.9 per hour.

Senior Engineer - Fixed Equipment

Messer Americas

Bethlehem, PA • On-site

$103K - $141K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Job Summary: 

Messer owns and operates a large portfolio of industrial gas plants, including ASU, CO2, H2, Helium plants, serving customers within a wide range of industries. The primary function of this role is providing mechanical engineering support to our operations, reliability, and project execution groups for piping, vessels, and other fixed equipment. This position provides direct engineering support for maintenance and repair efforts and subject matter expertise for mechanical integrity, regulatory compliance, strategy ownership, and preventive maintenance program content involving fixed equipment.  

Why Messer? 

Messer is the world’s largest privately held industrial gases company and what we do matters because it is woven into every part of life, from the medical gases that patients rely on to the essential elements needed to safely and sustainably produce the goods our communities depend on. 

The true strength of Messer is our people—at every level and in every role. 

Join us and take pride in the impact you will make by providing solutions essential to our world and lives. Reach your highest potential at our stable, inclusive company with diverse opportunities in a growing industry, supported by people who care. 

Messer stands apart because we put what matters first, and you matter. 

Principal Responsibilities: 

• Provide engineering support for all operational ASU, CO2, H2, H, and onsite plants ensuring they are safe and capable thru effectively managed mechanical integrity and preventive maintenance programs. 

• Provides Piping and Vessel engineering specification and design for plant replacement, modification, or repair activities. 

• Direct and/or lead the assessment of infrastructure equipment as part of the due diligence process associated with the takeover of plant from previous owners. 

• Ensure the mechanical integrity of pressure systems is maintained and equipment is fit for purpose thru proper specification, procurement, operation, and maintenance practices. 

• Owns, reviews, challenges, and updates the collection of standards and procedures relating to Mechanical Integrity RBI and other condition assessment processes to minimize cost while ensuring equipment is always safe to operate, fit for purpose and remains in compliance with regulatory requirements or best practices. 

• Manage compliance of regulatory inspection programs for pressure vessels. 

• Subject Matter Expert of National Board, ASME and API code interpretations as they relate to equipment and systems as well as understanding state by state requirements under these codes. 

• Monitors and Manages piping and vessel inspections. Conducts both in house inspections and thru 3rd party contractors. Develops scope of work and partners with local plant managers and procurement on contractor evaluation and selection. 

• Approves all piping and vessel inspection and repair procedures, including welding procedures and techniques. 

• Work closely with Procurement on evaluating 3rd party services, preparation of work scopes, specifications, KPI’s and surveillance. 

Required Skills: 

• Excellent oral and written communication skills. 

• Demonstrated ability to follow through to completion on projects and solutions. 

• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple projects and achieve results. 

• Proven understanding of regulatory and industry standards and codes 

• Working knowledge of governing codes: ASME B31.3, API, NBIC Part 1-4, CGA Documents, API welding codes. 

• Working knowledge of other technical specifications which are regarded by the ruling authorities as mandatory (e.g. codes for welding, basic materials of construction, seismic protection). 

Basic Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required. 

• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in operational and engineering environment to include experience of engineering projects, equipment specification, operation, maintenance, inspection and testing of piping and vessels. 

• Ability to travel 20-30% (40-60 nights/year)

About Messer: 

Messer’s safety culture, commitment to providing dependable supply and innovative gas technology solutions help customers unlock opportunities to be safer, more sustainable, more productive and more efficient, so their business thrives. We nurture lasting, meaningful relationships with customers, our communities, and with one another. 

We offer comprehensive benefits and appreciable pay, with steady schedules and opportunities for ongoing training and career progression. We prioritize and invest in our people at every level of our organization – the dedication, knowledge, customer focus and entrepreneurial spirit of our employees is what make Messer refreshingly different. 

If you need assistance with the application or would like to request accommodation, call (877) 243-1030. 


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