Mechanical Engineer 4 (NSSS Vessels & Structures)

Key Responsibilities

• Apply excellent knowledge of the discipline and detailed knowledge of the applicable industry codes, standards and regulations.
• Perform and document component evaluations under ASME BPVC Section III. This covers analysis for pressure and for mechanical and thermal loads, including primary stress, primary-plus-secondary stress intensity range and fatigue. Use the results to optimize component designs.
• Use ANSYS finite element software and CAD packages extensively.
• Interpret project scope and requirements.
• Earn, maintain and build training qualifications. Guide and mentor other staff in all areas of NSSS component analysis.
• Work with co-workers and other disciplines to coordinate design activities and solve technical problems. Build a working knowledge of related fields so you can contribute on multidisciplinary teams.
• Serve as technical lead for the NSSS Component Analysis Group, giving technical direction to less experienced engineers.
• Own results and engineering oversight.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering from an ABET-accredited four-year college or university (Mechanical Engineering preferred).
• At least 10 years of full-time relevant work experience.
• Extensive experience using ANSYS for stress analysis under ASME BPVC Section III, Subsections NB, NG and/or NF.
• Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
• Seismic or dynamic analysis experience.
• Programming skills, such as ANSYS APDL, MATLAB or Python.

Core Competencies

• Problem solving: Finds and resolves problems promptly, often bringing creative and innovative solutions to complex problems. Works independently and asks for input on complex or sensitive issues.
• Communication: Communicates clearly and professionally, both spoken and written. Writes and interprets complex technical documents and explains technical information to management and senior customer stakeholders.
• Planning and organizing: Manages large projects with minimal oversight, sets priorities and tracks timelines and deadlines.
• Leadership: Leads project team efforts and takes responsibility for results.
• Adaptability: Handles competing demands, interruptions, delays and changing priorities.
• Dependability: Meets expectations and asks for feedback to improve.
• Team building: Builds strong working relationships and trust across the organization.
• Safety culture: Follows Client’s safety culture, models safe behavior and encourages peers to meet high standards.
• Quality assurance: Understands and applies 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21 and ASME NQA-1.