Mechanical Engineer 4 – NSSS Vessels & Structures

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Conduct and document assessments of pressure vessels and primary equipment supports in accordance with ASME BPVC Section III.

• Analyze components for pressure, mechanical, and thermal loadings, including primary stress, primary plus secondary stress intensity range, and fatigue considerations.

• Utilize evaluation findings to enhance component designs.

• Interpret project requirements and scope effectively.

• Acquire, maintain, and advance training qualifications.

• Offer guidance, mentoring, and technical direction to less experienced engineers and staff members.

• Collaborate with colleagues and other disciplines to coordinate design activities and resolve technical issues.

• Act as the technical lead for the NSSS Component Analysis Group.

• Provide engineering oversight and take responsibility for outcomes.

• Manage large-scale projects and complete tasks with minimal supervisory oversight.

• Communicate technical information with management and senior customer stakeholders.

• Ensure compliance with ASME NQA-1, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and U.S. NRC guidelines.

• Execute additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably in Mechanical Engineering, from an ABET-accredited four-year institution is required.

• An advanced degree is preferred.

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) certification is preferred.

• At least 10 years of relevant full-time working experience is required.

• Significant experience using ANSYS for stress analysis in compliance with Section III of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Subsections NB and/or NF.

• Additional desired experience includes computer programming skills such as ANSYS APDL, Matlab, or Python.

• Must be eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.

• Familiarity with applicable industry codes, standards, and regulations is necessary.

• Proficient knowledge and application of ASME BPVC Section III.

• Capability to perform stress analysis of pressure vessels and primary equipment supports.

• Willingness to travel nationally and locally using standard forms of transportation.

• Ability to understand and communicate clearly via phone, personal interactions, and computer systems.

🏝️ Benefits

• 40-hour/week contract position anticipated to last through 2027.

• Remote work available within the contiguous United States.

• Travel required as needed for business purposes.

• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.