Piping Stress Engineer 2 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy•Chicago, IL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Piping Engineering & Analysis discipline evaluates piping systems in accordance with the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, ASME B31.1, ASME B31.7, and other applicable codes. Its specialty work includes vibration monitoring and analysis; vibration prevention and mitigation solutions; hydraulic transient evaluations; thermal stratification evaluations; operability evaluations; qualification of piping for hydrodynamic loads; pipe rupture evaluations; evaluation of pipe wall thinning due to flow-accelerated corrosion (FAC) or microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC); and pipe flaw evaluations. The role provides technical support to projects by performing engineering tasks such as preparing calculations, specifications, and component designs. The engineer contributes to resolving straightforward design problems, with most work performed under minimal supervision. Responsibilities include independently preparing simple calculations and system or structural designs; gathering data for specifications and preparing simple specifications under supervision; preparing simple bid tabulations and gathering data for reports and studies; clearly communicating technical information and results to project team members and supervisors; applying accepted standards and processes; completing assignments within allocated time frames; and developing professional capabilities through assigned projects. This position follows a hybrid work schedule and requires in-office work three days per week. Sargent & Lundy’s Nuclear Power Group works on nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, including existing plant life extensions and digital modernization, small modular reactors, advanced reactor technology, reactor restart projects, coal-to-nuclear initiatives, and international nuclear new-build projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Aerospace, or Structural/Civil Engineering from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program.
Degree emphasis in solid mechanics, structural analysis, theory of elasticity, metallurgy, and finite element analysis.
At least 1 year of engineering experience.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Work authorization sponsorship in the U.S. is not available for this position.

Nice To Haves

Passed the F.E. exam.
Familiarity with AutoPIPE or PIPESTRESS software.
Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to the role; experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required.

Responsibilities

Prepare engineering calculations, specifications, and component designs for projects.
Contribute to the resolution of straightforward design problems.
Independently prepare simple calculations and simple system or structural designs.
Gather data for specifications and prepare simple specifications under supervision.
Gather data and prepare simple bid tabulations.
Gather data for reports and studies.
Communicate technical information and results clearly and concisely for project team members and supervisors.
Apply accepted standards and processes to assigned project tasks.
Complete assignments within allocated time frames.
Develop professional capabilities through assigned projects.
Perform piping system evaluations in accordance with applicable codes, including ASME BPVC, ASME B31.1, and ASME B31.7, as applicable to project work.