Fellow Structural Analyst

Longenecker & Associates • Aiken, SC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Fellow Structural Analyst to contribute to our mission supporting our work at Savannah River Nuclear Solutions in Aiken, SC. L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts. L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family. Provide advanced analysis and design of all types of buildings and structures for normal and accident loading conditions. Advanced structural analytical capabilities include dynamic seismic analysis (response spectra and time-history), generation of in-structure seismic response spectra, tornado winds and missile penetration and precipitation (rain, flood, snow). Engineering services shall be provided using SRNS processes and procedures. Programmatic guidance will be provided by SRNSApply technical experience in field of specialization or broad-based experience in multiple technical fields, and use other technical resources within the company, to resolve complex problems. Incorporate advanced technical practices and a variety of complex features such as complicated technical requirements, application of new or special materials or processes and difficult coordination or oversight requirements into problem solving and program planning. Provide leadership in determining solutions to complex problems and be recognized as having expertise in a functional area(s) of technical expertise. Develop solutions to complex technical problems in fields of expertise. Keep informed on technical needs within the company and technical trends in area of expertise in the external world. Be aware of capabilities of the work group and needs of its customers. Identify technical programs which can be carried out with little guidance and take the initiative to accomplish them. Lead task teams for developing solutions to more complex problems. Prepare plans including schedules, budgets and personnel requirements for solving major technical tasks identified by management. Develop schedules, monitor progress, monitor expenditures of budget and review quality of work performed. Include research, development, testing, quality assurance requirements. Communicate the results and objectives verbally and in manuscript form to customers, colleagues, managers and oversight groups. Prepare reports for external publication.

Requirements

• An advanced Civil Engineering degree and relevant experience is required. A Ph.D. degree and about 10 years' experience, OR A MS degree and 12 years' experience, OR A BS degree and approximately 15 years' experience.
• Candidate must demonstrate 8 years of recent experience in design and analysis of NRC or DOE regulated nuclear facilities.
• Considered an internal expert in area of expertise.
• Contributes to advancing knowledge in field of expertise through various avenues such as internal and external publications and professional society presentations.
• Can solve complex problems in field.
• Experience with finite element analysis is required.
• Candidate must demonstrate working knowledge of STAAD, ANSYS or ABAQUS or similar computer codes.
• Candidate must demonstrate working knowledge of National Codes and Standards; specifically, IBC, AISC (ASD, LRFD, & N690), ACI (318 & 349) and ASCE (4, 7 & 43).
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Ability to work in a diverse work environment.
• Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening in accordance with Federal requirements (details below)
• Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.

Nice To Haves

• Previous SRS experience
• Current Registration as a Professional Engineer in either Civil or Structural Engineering
• Experience in analysis for structural response to explosion (blast/detonation and deflagration)
• Experience with DOE natural phenomena hazard (NPH), Standard 1020, criteria
• Candidate who has held a DOE Q Clearance within the last two years.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced analysis and design of all types of buildings and structures for normal and accident loading conditions.
• Apply technical experience in field of specialization or broad-based experience in multiple technical fields, and use other technical resources within the company, to resolve complex problems.
• Incorporate advanced technical practices and a variety of complex features such as complicated technical requirements, application of new or special materials or processes and difficult coordination or oversight requirements into problem solving and program planning.
• Provide leadership in determining solutions to complex problems and be recognized as having expertise in a functional area(s) of technical expertise.
• Develop solutions to complex technical problems in fields of expertise.
• Keep informed on technical needs within the company and technical trends in area of expertise in the external world.
• Be aware of capabilities of the work group and needs of its customers.
• Identify technical programs which can be carried out with little guidance and take the initiative to accomplish them.
• Lead task teams for developing solutions to more complex problems.
• Prepare plans including schedules, budgets and personnel requirements for solving major technical tasks identified by management.
• Develop schedules, monitor progress, monitor expenditures of budget and review quality of work performed.
• Include research, development, testing, quality assurance requirements.
• Communicate the results and objectives verbally and in manuscript form to customers, colleagues, managers and oversight groups.
• Prepare reports for external publication.

Benefits

• As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off.
• We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level