Nuclear Reliability Integrity Management (RIM) Engineering Consultant

Overview

Design and lead inspection/monitoring programs for nuclear reactor component integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• inspection programs
• nde qualification
• nde analysis
• reliability assessment
• degradation assessment
• risk management

Tasks

-Interface with clients, regulators, and industry groups to align with technical requirements and evolving industry practices -Support degradation mechanism assessments, particularly for high-temperature and harsh service environments -Develop and implement inspection and monitoring programs for reactor components, including in-service inspections (ISI) and advanced monitoring systems -Oversee or support qualification and deployment of NDE technologies in field and laboratory settings -Implementation of innovative inspection and monitoring solutions for challenging reactor environments -Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver risk-informed integrity management solutions -Apply and interpret results from NDE methods (UT, RT, ET, PT, MT) and monitoring technologies for structural integrity management -Contribute to probabilistic reliability assessments to optimize inspection intervals, maintenance strategies, and risk-informed targets -Timely delivery of accurate and defensible inspection and monitoring results

Requirements

• nde certification
• 10+ years
• nde methods
• bachelor’s degree
• asme sectionxi
• technical orgs

What You Bring

-NDE certification or materials engineering specialization -10+ years of experience in inspection, monitoring, or NDE programs within the nuclear industry -Hands-on experience with NDE methods (UT, RT, ET, PT, MT) and associated equipment -Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Materials, Nuclear, or related Engineering discipline (advanced degree preferred) -Background in monitoring technologies, welding, fracture mechanics, fatigue, or corrosion science -Experience in evaluating materials performance and degradation under high-temperature, radiation, or corrosive environments -Demonstrated ability to integrate inspection and monitoring results into risk-informed integrity management strategies -Positive client feedback and continued engagement based on demonstrated technical expertise -Active involvement in technical organizations such as ASME, ASTM, ANS, or EPRI working groups -Knowledge of ASME Section XI (Division 1 or 2), related codes, and industry standards -Familiarity with industry programs (PWR Owners Group, MRP-227, BWRVIP, or DOE advanced reactor initiatives)

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Benefits

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

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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