Structural Engineer II

Holtec International • Winslow Township, NJ

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Structural Engineer II will be responsible for analyzing metallic, reinforced concrete, and soil-subgrade supported structures. These analyses will support engineering and licensing requirements for the licensing and construction of SMR-300 plants globally. The engineer will utilize and learn various methods and software to perform these analyses.

Requirements

• Applicant must possess a BS in Mechanical/Civil/Structural Engineering with a minimum of 6 years of experience. MS will count for 2 years of experience and Ph.D. will count for 4 years of experience (experience from MS and Ph.D.cannot be combined)
• Familiarity with industry standards and design codes such as ASME, ASCE, ACI and AISC
• Must possess excellent credentials in principles of solid mechanics
• Must possess excellent technical writing and communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Industrial experience in the latest stress analysis codes such as ANSYS, LS-DYNA, and STAAD.Pro
• Prior nuclear industry experience including interactions with NRC or other regulatory authorities
• Experience in seismic and stress analysis of pressure vessels and rotating equipment
• Experience in modular design development of SSCs

Responsibilities

• Execute and document analyses for a variety of structures, systems and components (SSCs)
• Review available concept designs based on an ambiguous set of requirements, then develop them into mature designs by critical thinking, literature research, interacting with members from other disciplines and vendors, and any analyses as permitted by project milestones
• Support the preparation of design deliverables, presentations, and communicate design progress in stakeholder meetings
• Support development of engineering and licensing requirements and documentation for nuclear SSCs
• Static and dynamic finite element analyses (FEA) using ANSYS
• Drop and impact (e.g., missile and aircraft) analyses and target response using LS-DYNA
• Simulation of the seismic response of freestanding structures in air or submerged in water
• Static and dynamic analyses of large reinforced concrete or steel-concrete composite structures
• Soil-structure interaction (SSI) and fluid-structure interaction (FSI) analyses
• Beam and plate stress calculations using established principles of strength of materials

Benefits

• Industry‑leading medical, dental, and vision coverage with a generous employer premium contribution and Day 1 eligibility!
• FLEX Program – Hybrid work opportunities available for eligible roles, where business needs and role requirements allow
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to a 5% company match and immediate vesting to support long‑term financial security
• Paid time off and 11 paid holidays to support rest, balance, and recharge
• Wellness program offering rewards for participation in company‑supported health initiatives
• Commuter benefits supporting mass transit and commuter parking options
• Company‑paid life and AD&D insurance for added peace of mind
• Education assistance to support continued education and professional growth
• Employee support and voluntary benefits, including an Employee Assistance Program and optional coverage such as disability, legal, identity theft, and insurance programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees