Mechanical Engineer - Pipe Stress Engineering

AtkinsRéalis•Bothell, WA

1d•$110,000 - $150,000•Hybrid

About The Position

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Mechanical Engineer specializing in pipe stress engineering to work in Bothell, Washington, or another U.S.-based office. The role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, clients, colleagues, vendors, and equipment suppliers to deliver pipe stress engineering work across multiple projects. The engineer performs pipe stress analysis for power piping and industrial systems in accordance with ASME B31.1 and B31.3. They model piping systems using stress software to assess flexibility and stability and qualify equipment nozzle loads. The work also includes preparing clear calculations and pipe stress reports, coordinating with other engineering disciplines and vendors, and reviewing equipment supplier submittals. Occasional or infrequent travel to project sites, other offices, or manufacturing plants may be required. The position calls for a strong commitment to safety, effective workload and priority management, proactive information gathering, and the ability to build professional relationships. AtkinsRéalis describes its values as Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence. Depending on employment status, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits; employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting; an employee stock purchase plan; paid time off; leave options; flexible work options; recognition and employee satisfaction programs; an employee assistance program; and voluntary benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a similar discipline from an ABET-accredited college.
At least 10 years performing pipe stress analysis.
At least 5 years of experience using AutoPipe.
Strong work ethic, eagerness to learn, supportive teamwork, and good verbal communication.
Experience reading and understanding flow diagrams and P&IDs.
Experience writing pipe stress reports.
Ability to use and understand internal and external piping specifications.
Familiarity with ASME B31.1, ASME B31.3, ASME Section VIII, and other relevant industry piping codes and standards.
Knowledge of pipe materials, valves, relief valves, and control valves.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Knowledge and ability to design pipe supports using CAD-based programs.
Experience with or desire to learn Caesar II, AutoCAD, SmartPlant 3D, Navisworks, Plant 3D, or MathCAD.
Experience with simple-cycle, combined-cycle, Rankine-cycle, or nuclear power plant design.
Knowledge of renewable energy and hydrogen gas.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, colleagues, collaborators, and clients.
Perform pipe stress analysis for power piping and industrial systems in accordance with ASME B31.1 and B31.3.
Model piping systems using stress software to verify flexibility and stability and qualify equipment nozzle loads.
Proactively obtain the information and support needed to complete work on time.
Balance workload and priorities across multiple projects while maintaining a commitment to safety.
Build and maintain professional relationships with colleagues and clients.
Prepare clear calculations that include schematics, references, and assumptions.
Coordinate with other engineering disciplines and vendors as required.
Coordinate questions with equipment suppliers and review their submittal documents.
Potentially travel occasionally or infrequently to project sites, other offices, or manufacturing plants.