Piping Engineer I
About The Position
Holtec International and its subsidiary companies are designing an unfailingly safe and secure source of clean energy using nuclear fission, called the SMR-300 small modular reactor. The position is offered by SMR LLC, a member of the Holtec International family — a global turnkey supplier of equipment and systems for the nuclear, solar, geothermal, and fossil power generation sectors of the energy industry. Come join a growing multidisciplinary team of designers and engineers working on the next-generation nuclear power plant. We are seeking detail-oriented and driven piping engineers to join our team. The piping engineer will be responsible for supporting the analysis and design of Class 1, 2, and 3 piping systems, ensuring their compliance with ASME Section III and project requirements. This role requires strong technical skills in piping stress analysis, experience using AutoPIPE and SmartPlant/Smart3D, and the ability to collaborate across design and analysis teams.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in piping analysis in the nuclear or related regulated industry.
- Direct experience performing ASME Section III Class 1/2/3 piping analysis.
- Experience with non-Section III piping codes such as ASME B31.1 or similar.
- Proficiency with AutoPIPE.
- Experience working in SmartPlant or Smart3D environments.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work in a team environment with cross-functional coordination.
- Eligible to work under 10 CFR Part 810.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with U.S. NRC regulations for nuclear design and construction.
- Working knowledge of pipe support design principles and integration with analysis.
- Experience with other tools such as GT STRUDL, PV Elite, and/or ANSYS.
- Advanced engineering degree.
Responsibilities
- Perform piping stress analysis for nuclear systems using AutoPIPE in accordance with ASME Section III requirements (NC/ND).
- Evaluate pipe supports and interface with support design teams to ensure proper integration and structural adequacy.
- Develop and maintain piping design documentation, including stress reports, isometrics, and line lists.
- Support Smart3D piping modeling and resolve layout/stress interface issues.
- Coordinate with structural, mechanical, and systems engineering teams to resolve design and analysis issues.
- Support resolution of fabrication and construction-related queries related to piping systems.
- Assist in reviewing supplier documents and interfacing with vendors as needed.
- Ensure quality and completeness of work in accordance with internal procedures and applicable codes and standards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
