Piping Analysis Engineering Consultant

Overview

Perform and review ASME Section III piping stress, fatigue, and integrity analyses for nuclear and industrial projects.

Key Responsibilities

• stress analysis
• thermal modeling
• vibration analysis
• tool development
• client interaction
• failure evaluation

Tasks

-Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (materials, chemistry, FEA, vibration, etc.) to provide integrated solutions -Perform piping stress analyses per ASME Section III (subsections NB, NC/ND and NF) and related codes using commercial tools (e.g., PIPESTRESS, AutoPIPE, CAESAR II, ME101, or ANSYS**) -Support evaluations related to thermal stratification, vibration, and fatigue life of piping systems -Contribute to development of internal tools, process improvements (small automation scripts to streamline analyses), and best-practice guides for piping integrity -Conduct analyses for thermal, seismic, vibration, and dynamic loads in nuclear and fossil applications -Prepare technical documentation, participate in client meetings, and support proposal efforts for new work -Develop calculation packages, design reports, and engineering justifications for system modifications or continued operation -Participate in failure evaluations, wall-thinning assessments, and fitness-for-service (FFS) analyses for degraded piping

Requirements

• pipestress
• caesar ii
• asme iii
• api 579
• 3‑8yr
• b.s. engineering

What You Bring

-Familiarity with fracture mechanics, fatigue monitoring, or thermal stratification analysis -Strong communication and technical writing skills -Working knowledge of ASME Section III (Class 1) or B31.1 Power Piping design rules -Understanding of fitness-for-service methodologies per API 579-1/ASME FFS-1 -Experience supporting license renewal (LR/SLR) or power uprate programs -Working knowledge of nuclear QA programs (10CFR50 Appendix B) and industry standards (EPRI, ASME, WRC) -3–8 years of experience performing piping analysis in a power generation or industrial environment -Exposure to vibration field testing or flow-induced vibration diagnostics -Proficiency with commercial analysis software (e.g., PIPESTRESS, AutoPIPE, CAESAR II, ANSYS) and ability to interpret complex results -U.S. citizenship or permanent residency required for certain nuclear projects. -Ability to work independently and in cross-disciplinary project teams -Understanding of piping support design, vibration diagnostics, and thermal transients -High Temperature Piping Analysis (e.g., >800 -B.S. in Mechanical or Civil Engineering (M.S. preferred)

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Benefits

-Medical, dental, and vision insurance -Health Savings Account with employer contribution -Life Insurance and AD&D -Flexible Spending Account for health care and dependent care -Short-term and long-term disability

About Structural Integrity Associates

-Founded with a vision to transform engineering and asset management, Structural Integrity Associates began with a commitment to solving complex structural and materials challenges. -Specializing in asset management, they focus on maintaining the safety and performance of critical infrastructure across industries such as energy, utilities, and industrial sectors. -With decades of experience, they handle a wide range of projects from preventive maintenance to major structural assessments, ensuring longevity and reliability of systems. -Their work spans various sectors, from providing advanced solutions in nuclear power plants to tackling infrastructure challenges in the utility and industrial sectors. -Notably, they provide critical insights into maintaining aging infrastructure, performing complex analyses, and optimizing the service life of high-risk assets. -In addition to conventional structural engineering, they offer specialized expertise in materials science, fatigue analysis, and fracture mechanics, making them a go-to consultant for complex problems. -Through continued research, innovation, and strategic partnerships, they have earned a reputation for delivering quality and safety in some of the world's most challenging environments.

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