Lead Piping Stress Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Overview

Lead engineer for stress analysis of nuclear piping systems.

Key Responsibilities

• design review
• hydraulic analysis
• pipe integrity
• bid evaluation
• vibration analysis
• specification review

Tasks

-Performs engineering review of drawings. Reviews design input for complex system/structures. Defines client expectations for drawings. Coordinates interface between design and engineering. Actively participates in design reviews to ensure quality, constructability, and operability. -Evaluation of hydraulic transients, evaluation of piping systems for thermal stratification effects, operability evaluations, and qualification of piping for hydrodynamic loads. -Pipe rupture evaluations, evaluation of pipe wall thinning due to flow accelerated corrosion (FAC) or microbiological induced corrosion (MIC), and pipe flaw evaluations. -Prepares bid evaluations for complex systems and installation scopes. Participates in bid negotiations with vendors. May evaluate change orders on behalf of the client. -Prepares and reviews single-discipline, complex reports/studies. Participates in the preparation of multi-discipline reports. Reviews studies and reports to ensure that conclusions are technically sound, cost-effective, and clearly communicated. -Vibration monitoring and analysis to evaluate system operational vibrations associated with plant modifications and operating events, and to provide vibration prevention and mitigation solutions and designs. -Reviews and approves simple system/structural designs and prepares and reviews complex system/structural designs to ensure completeness, accuracy, quality, constructability, and operability. -Prepares and reviews major system, installation, and material specifications. Defines technical and commercial requirements, including scheduling of vendor submittals needed for design input. -Reviews complex calculations and approves simple calculations. Provides technical guidance to project team members. Ensures that calculations are technically sound and in accordance with project requirements.

Requirements

• mechanical eng
• pe license
• 10+ years
• autopipe
• ansys
• 3d cad

What You Bring

-BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Aerospace, or Structural/Civil Engineering, from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program, with an emphasis in solid mechanics, structural analysis, theory of elasticity, metallurgy, and finite element analysis -10 or more years of relevant experience -Strong written and verbal communication skills -The ability to navigate a 3D CAD model -Experience with AutoPIPE or PIPESTRESS software -Experience with ANSYS Workbench and Mechanical ADP -Extensive knowledge of ASME B31.1 and ASME B&PV Section III piping codes -FSA & HSA -Knowledge of the design, selection, and application of pipe supporting elements -PE license -Knowledge of gas dynamics and hydraulic transients -Working knowledge of commercially available piping products and their application -Knowledge of pipe condition assessment

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Benefits

-Tuition Assistance -Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST) -Merit Scholarship Program -Paid Vacation -Flexible Work Arrangements -Employee Assistance Program (EAP) -Paid Parental Leave -Employee Discount Program -Back-Up Daycare -Pre-Tax Commuter Account -Disability Coverage -Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision -First Professional Licensure Bonus -Paid Bereavement Leave -Life & Accident Insurance -Paid Holidays -Corporate Charitable Giving Program -Employee Referral Bonus

About Sargent & Lundy

-The company specializes in providing innovative solutions across the energy and industrial sectors. -With a rich legacy, Sargent & Lundy has delivered high-impact projects for utilities, government entities, and large industrial clients. -Notable projects include power plants, renewable energy installations, and water treatment facilities. -The firm is recognized for its expertise in energy transition solutions, especially in nuclear, solar, and wind sectors. -Their global reach includes both large-scale infrastructure projects and localized service offerings tailored to specific industries. -Sargent & Lundy thrives on providing full-service capabilities, from design and planning to construction and operations. -The company’s engineering prowess is often highlighted by its deep involvement in complex energy systems and environmental solutions.

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-we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the u.s. for this position.