Senior Piping Stress Engineer 1 - Nuclear

About the role

The Piping Engineering & Analysis discipline performs evaluations for piping systems in accordance with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, ASME B31.1, ASME B31.7, and other codes as applicable to the specific evaluation being performed. The discipline also handles specialty topics including vibration monitoring and analysis, hydraulic transient evaluation, thermal stratification effects, operability evaluations, and qualification of piping for hydrodynamic loads. Additionally, they conduct pipe rupture evaluations, assess pipe wall thinning due to flow accelerated corrosion (FAC) or microbiological induced corrosion (MIC), and perform pipe flaw evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Provides senior-level technical support by performing a variety of engineering tasks such as preparing and reviewing calculations and designs of a complex nature.
• On a task basis, is responsible for the preparation and completion of discipline engineering designs that are responsive to project needs.
• Makes sure the work of assigned staff meets requirements.
• Supports engineering design projects with the following responsibilities:
• Prepares and reviews complex calculations.
• Reviews simple system/structural designs and prepares complex system designs.
• Prepares documented design input for drawing production (i.e., P&IDs and Master Diagrams).
• Reviews design input for simple system/structures.
• Performs engineering review of drawings.
• Prepares and reviews equipment specifications.
• Prepares material specifications.
• Prepares bid evaluations for systems and larger components.
• Prepares calculations to support economic evaluations.
• Solicits data from vendors.
• Prepares and reviews simple reports/studies.
• Develops single-discipline/simple-scope project budgets, schedules, and project work plans.
• Makes sure own work is completed within budget and on schedule.
• Provides single-discipline input to simple proposals.
• Uses effective written and oral communication skills to convey information to project team members and managers.
• Presents written technical information in a clear and concise manner in all deliverables.
• Prepares reports and deliverables that are clearly understood and meet client requirements.
• Communicates clearly in meetings with client, and summarizes meeting notes in a clear and timely manner.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Aerospace, or Structural/Civil Engineering, from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program, with an emphasis in solid mechanics, structural analysis, theory of elasticity, metallurgy, and finite element analysis.
• 5 or more years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of ASME B31.1 and ASME B&PV Section III piping codes.
• Working knowledge of commercially available piping products and their application.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Skills

• P.E. license.
• Working knowledge of commercially available piping products and their application.
• The ability to navigate a 3D CAD model.
• Experience with AutoPIPE or PIPESTRESS software.
• Knowledge of gas dynamics and hydraulic transients.
• Knowledge of pipe condition assessment.
• Experience with ANSYS Workbench and Mechanical ADP.
• The ability to lead others in using modern tools like automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs.

Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA
• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range: $84,762 - $129,498