Design Stress Engineer Intern

BWXT • Barberton, OH

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Design Stress Engineer Intern supports the design team in performing stress analyses of nuclear pressure vessels and other highly engineered products. The intern assists with finite element analysis, custom post-processing software, closed-form analytical techniques, and standard and advanced structural analysis methods. The role involves collaboration with engineering disciplines and on-site manufacturing to develop designs that meet code requirements, optimize manufacturability, and resolve fabrication issues. Interns work on challenging assignments in a nuclear environment, receive on-the-job training, and present their completed work or assigned projects to the leadership team at the end of the internship. The internship lasts approximately 10–12 weeks.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled full time in an accredited university or college in mechanical, aerospace, civil engineering, or a similar degree program.
• Ability to communicate effectively in presentations and written technical reports.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• U.S. citizenship with no dual citizenship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy security clearance, including eligibility for access to classified information or matter.

Nice To Haves

• Prior internship experience.
• Experience using finite element analysis software, preferably Abaqus or Ansys.
• Experience with computer programming languages or codes such as C++, Fortran, or Python.

Responsibilities

• Support stress analyses of nuclear pressure vessels and other highly engineered products.
• Assist with finite element analysis, custom post-processing software, and closed-form analytical techniques.
• Assist with structural analyses, including linear elastic sizing, fatigue, elastic-plastic analysis, fracture mechanics, shock and vibration, and thermal/mechanical analysis.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines to generate component designs that meet code requirements and optimize manufacturability.
• Work with on-site manufacturing to resolve real-time fabrication-related issues.
• Communicate effectively through presentations and written technical reports.
• Present completed work or assigned projects to the leadership team at the end of the internship.

Benefits

• Paid internship.
• Housing stipend for interns whose home of record is more than 50 miles from Barberton, Ohio.
• Flexible work schedule with every other Friday off.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs.
• Continuous learning and training opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed