Senior Piping Stress Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy•Río Piedras, PR

10d•Hybrid

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. This role provides senior-level technical support by performing a variety of engineering tasks such as preparing and reviewing calculations and designs of a complex nature. On a task basis, is responsible for the preparation and completion of discipline engineering designs that are responsive to project needs. Monitors the work of assigned staff to ensure requirements are met. This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, with the expectation of spending three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days. Dependent upon your location, this opportunity offers a generous relocation package.

Requirements

BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Aerospace, or Structural/Civil Engineering, from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program, with an emphasis in solid mechanics, structural analysis, theory of elasticity, metallurgy, and finite element analysis
5 or more years of relevant experience
Knowledge of ASME B31.1 and ASME B&PV Section III piping codes
Knowledge of the design, selection, and application of pipe supporting elements
Working knowledge of commercially available piping products and their application
Must be bilingual in Spanish and English (read, speak, and write)
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

P.E. license
Working knowledge of commercially available piping products and their application
The ability to navigate a 3D CAD model
Experience with AutoPIPE or PIPESTRESS software
Knowledge of gas dynamics and hydraulic transients
Knowledge of pipe condition assessment
Experience with ANSYS Workbench and Mechanical ADP
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

Responsibilities

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.
Performs 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.
Performs evaluation of hydraulic transients, evaluation of piping systems for thermal stratification effects, operability evaluations, and qualification of piping for hydrodynamic loads.
Performs pipe rupture evaluations, evaluation of pipe wall thinning due to flow accelerated corrosion (FAC) or microbiological induced corrosion (MIC), and pipe flaw evaluations.
Provides senior-level technical support by performing a variety of engineering tasks such as preparing and reviewing calculations and designs of a complex nature.
Responsible for the preparation and completion of discipline engineering designs that are responsive to project needs.
Monitors the work of assigned staff to ensure requirements are met.
Prepares and reviews complex calculations.
Reviews simple system/structural designs and prepares complex system designs.
Prepares documented design input for drawing production (i.e., P&IDs and Master Diagrams). Reviews design input for simple system/structures. Performs engineering review of drawings.
Prepares and reviews equipment specifications. Prepares material specifications.
Prepares bid evaluations for systems and larger components. Prepares calculations to support economic evaluations. Solicits data from vendors.
Prepares and reviews simple reports/studies.
Develops single-discipline/simple-scope project budgets, schedules, and project work plans. Monitors own work to ensure it is completed within budget and on schedule.
Provides single-discipline input to simple proposals.
Uses effective written and oral communication skills to convey information to project team members and managers.
Presents written technical information in a clear and concise manner in all deliverables.
Prepares reports and deliverables that are clearly understood and meet client requirements.
Communicates clearly in meetings with client, and summarizes meeting notes in a clear and timely manner.