Mechanical Analyst – Engineering

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in South Carolina.

📋 Description

• Provide support to the liquid waste contractor, Savannah River Remediation, at the Savannah River Site located in Aiken, South Carolina.

• Conduct advanced engineering assessments utilizing stress analysis, fluid and solid mechanics, as well as heat transfer principles.

• Assess the adequacy of equipment designs for standard operational and emergency event scenarios.

• Carry out hand calculations and computer-based evaluations, which include finite element analysis, pipe stress analysis, fluid flow studies, and pressure vessel evaluations.

• Analyze structural responses to thermal-hydraulic pressure changes, vibrations, live loads, wind forces, and seismic activities.

• Establish sizing requirements for pressure relief valves in fluid systems.

• Determine pump sizing requirements for piping systems.

• Execute field walk-downs of mechanical systems.

• Collaborate with vendors, fabricators, and various engineering organizations during off-site travel.

• Deliver engineering services in accordance with SRR processes and procedures.

• Participate as a member of an Engagement Team Cadre under the guidance of SRR programmatic directives.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in the design and analysis of nuclear or industrial facilities.

• Proficient knowledge of software such as AUTOPIPE, ANSYS, ABAQUS, PVElite, COMPRESS, or comparable computer programs.

• Familiarity with National Codes and Standards, including ASME VIII, API-579, ASME B31, NFPA-13, SMACNA, ASME AG-1, IBC, and AISC.

• Capability to conduct field walk-downs of mechanical systems.

• MS or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Mechanics, or a BS in Mechanical Engineering along with current Professional Engineer registration.

• U.S. Citizenship is mandatory.

• Strong oral and written communication abilities.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Adobe.

• Must qualify for Facility Access Authorization/Employment Authorization.

• Required to undergo and pass varying levels of background investigative requirements, potentially up to Top Secret or DOE "Q" clearance.

• Completion of a Financial Disclosure Statement may be necessary.

• Occasional travel might be necessary.

• Capability to work at or near the Savannah River Site in Aiken, South Carolina.

🏝️ Benefits

• Full-time employment.

• 40-hour workweek with options for 5/8s, 4/10s, and 9/80s schedules.

• 30-minute lunch break each workday.

• Availability for remote work or work-from-home arrangements.

• Occasional travel for meetings, events, site visits, training, and interactions with vendors, fabricators, and engineering organizations.

• Eligibility process for Facility Access Authorization.

• Opportunities for professional work on a variety of private, public, and social-sector projects.

• Chance to collaborate with diverse, multidisciplinary teams.

• Opportunities for learning, sharing, and professional growth.