Structural Engineer

Strategic Management Solutions.•Oak Ridge, TN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Strategic Management Solutions, LLC (SMSI) is seeking a Structural Engineer to assist our client, Oak Ridge National Laboratory’s (ORNL) ITER project. This position will be onsite in Oak Ridge, TN. The candidate will provide full-time structural analytical support resources for the US ITER project office through the duration of the Final Design of the Ion Cyclotron Heating (ICH) system and Final Design of the Vacuum Systems (VAS).

Requirements

Experience in design, fabrication, and/or assembly of nuclear hardware and structures
Experience with STAAD or other Structural Analysis Software
Familiarity with ANSI/AISC, AWS, and ACI codes and standards
US citizenship is required.
Ability to obtain and maintain DOE Q clearance is required.
Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline with 5 or more years of related work experience

Nice To Haves

10 or more years of specialized experience in design, fabrication and assembly of large-scale fusion energy or nuclear supports and hardware
Demonstrated ability to independently evaluate problems, investigate and propose solutions, perform calculations, apply industry standards, and document design and fabrication activities
Demonstrated ability to manage and plan a design activity, plan and direct work of analysis and interface effectively with management
Solid understanding of structural design and analysis fundamentals and their application to large facilities
Extensive knowledge and expertise using Eurocode and/or ISO standards
Experience creating and manipulating 2D/3D structural models, 2D part drawings and assemblies
Ability to evaluate non-conformances and deviations from drawings, technical specifications, and requirements.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with a diverse international project team
Familiarity or experience with piping systems, superconducting electromagnets, fusion energy technology, cryogenics, vacuum systems and/or large electro-mechanical devices
Experience with designing pipe supports and equipment following AISC or EN code guidelines.
Experience with piping design (ASME B31.3 and/or EN equivalent).
Finite element modeling using ANSYS
An advanced degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering or related technical field is a strong bonus for this role

Responsibilities

Work with technical managers, engineers, designers, and fabrication vendors to design and analyze support and equipment hardware associated with the US ITER Project Office
Perform, develop, and alter complex structural support analysis involving carbon steel, stainless steel, and other materials in accordance with US and/or European code requirements.
Perform checks of concrete anchorage in accordance with project guidelines
Document all analysis results in formal Design Analysis Calculation (DAC) packages
Assist in development of project guidance documents related to structural engineering
Review and check work of other project participants
Present preliminary and final structural design and analysis to the International Office (IO) as part of regular design reviews.
Participate as Subject matter experts in design reviews of other systems
Assist Technical Procurement Officers in development and review of Statements of Work, Technical Specifications, Non-conformances, and Deviation Requests as part of Title III activities
Perform, develop, and alter linear/nonlinear structural analysis of various Tokamak components utilizing FEA software.
Assist in development of design details, Evaluation of Vendor Proposals as part of competitive bid packages.
Oversee equipment and support fabrication