Mechanical Engineer 4 (NSSS Vessels & Structures)

POSITION SUMMARY: The Nuclear Steam Supply System (NSSS) Component Engineering organization generates technical requirements and associated design parameters for the modular advanced light water reactor (ALWR) NSSS. Utilizing proven state-of-the-art methodologies, NSSS components are engineered to nuclear industry standards. The person in this position performs design and stress analyses of pressure vessels, reactor vessel internals, and/or primary equipment supports in accordance with ASME BPVC Section III and applicable regulatory requirements. All work within the NSSS Component Engineering organization is completed under ASME NQA-1 quality assurance requirements and respective U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission guidelines.

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.