Piping Stress Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

Sargent & Lundy•Chattanooga, TN
•$18 - $30

About The Position

The Piping Engineering & Analysis discipline performs evaluations for piping systems in accordance with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, ASME B31.1, ASME B31.7, and other codes as applicable to the specific evaluation being performed. The Piping Engineering & Analysis discipline also performs the following specialty topics: Vibration monitoring and analysis to evaluate system operational vibrations associated with plant modifications and operating events, and to provide vibration prevention and mitigation solutions and designs. Evaluation of hydraulic transients, evaluation of piping systems for thermal stratification effects, operability evaluations, and qualification of piping for hydrodynamic loads. Pipe rupture evaluations, evaluation of pipe wall thinning due to flow accelerated corrosion (FAC) or microbiological induced corrosion (MIC), and pipe flaw evaluations. As a Pipe Stress Engineer Intern, you will be assigned to work on a project team and assist the engineering team members in the execution of their project work. These projects may involve the design of new power plants and/or modifications and upgrades to existing power plant systems, components, and structures. Working under the direction of engineers, this position may offer you the opportunity to gain experience in one or more of the following areas: Assist in the preparation of engineering calculations, specifications, and designs Perform quality reviews of engineering calculations, specifications, and designs Assist in the review of design drawings and vendor drawings Directly apply your knowledge of materials, stress analysis, statics, and vibrations

Requirements

  • Must be actively enrolled in a BS or MS with a major in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Civil Engineering with a strong academic background and an interest in the behavior of materials, stress analysis, statics, and vibrations
  • Proficiency with MS Office applications
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Nice To Haves

  • Previous internship or co‐op experience in an engineering office
  • Knowledge of any of the following software: MathCAD, AutoPIPE, PipeStress, or ANSYS
  • Enrollment in an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program
  • Demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role.
  • Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the preparation of engineering calculations, specifications, and designs
  • Perform quality reviews of engineering calculations, specifications, and designs
  • Assist in the review of design drawings and vendor drawings
  • Directly apply your knowledge of materials, stress analysis, statics, and vibrations

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life & Accident Insurance
  • Disability Coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Back-Up Daycare
  • FSA & 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
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