Piping Stress Engineer 2 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy•Wilmington, DE
•$69,298 - $99,644•Hybrid

About The Position

The Piping Stress Engineer 2 provides technical support on engineering projects by preparing calculations, specifications, and component designs. The role participates in resolving simple design problems, with most tasks performed under minimal supervision. Work includes piping evaluations in accordance with applicable codes, including ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, ASME B31.1, and ASME B31.7, along with specialty analyses such as vibration monitoring and analysis, hydraulic transients, thermal stratification, operability, hydrodynamic loads, pipe rupture, flow-accelerated or microbiologically induced corrosion, and pipe flaws. The position supports engineering design projects by independently preparing simple calculations and system or structural designs; gathering information for specifications, bid tabulations, reports, and studies; and preparing simple specifications under supervision. The engineer communicates technical information clearly, applies accepted standards and processes, completes assignments within allocated time frames, and develops professional capabilities. The role follows a hybrid schedule requiring in-office work three days per week.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Aerospace Engineering, 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.
  • U.S. work authorization sponsorship 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 relevant to the role; experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued but not required.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare calculations, specifications, and component designs for engineering projects.
  • Contribute to the resolution of simple 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 on assigned projects.
  • Perform piping system evaluations under applicable codes and standards.
  • Perform specialty analyses, including vibration monitoring and analysis, hydraulic transients, thermal stratification, operability, hydrodynamic loads, pipe rupture, pipe wall thinning due to FAC or MIC, and pipe flaws.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision health plans.
  • Life and accident insurance.
  • Disability coverage.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Back-up daycare.
  • Flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA).
  • 401(k).
  • Pre-tax commuter account.
  • Merit Scholarship Program.
  • Employee Discount Program.
  • Corporate Charitable Giving Program.
  • Tuition assistance.
  • First Professional Licensure Bonus.
  • Employee Referral Bonus.
  • Paid annual personal/sick time (PST).
  • Paid vacation.
  • Paid holidays.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Paid bereavement leave.
  • Flexible work arrangements.
  • Eligible employees may participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.
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