Stress Analyst

Terrestrial Energy Inc.; Oakville; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative team at the forefront of nuclear technology development. This role offers the opportunity to work on a cutting-edge Generation-IV nuclear plant, focusing on stress analysis and mechanical design. You'll collaborate with diverse teams, tackle complex engineering challenges, and contribute to a zero-emissions future. The company values innovative problem-solving and offers a supportive environment for professional growth and work-life balance. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to make a difference in the energy sector, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Extended Healthcare Plan

Vacation policy for work-life balance

EAP Programs

$500 Wellness Subsidy

Annual Performance Review

Paid Volunteer Days

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of work experience in mechanical and thermal stress analysis.
• Strong understanding of solid mechanics and material science.

Responsibilities

• Prepare stress analysis calculations and technical reports.
• Assess structural integrity risks and optimize mechanical design.

Skills

Stress Analysis

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Solid Mechanics

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Critical Thinking

Decision Making

Planning and Organizing

Education

Post-secondary degree in Mechanical Engineering

Post-secondary degree in Nuclear Engineering

Tools

ANSYS Mechanical

Creo Parametric

Python

Matlab

Job description

Interested in helping us transform thermal and electric energy?

Become a part of the leading Generation-IV nuclear plant development team.

Terrestrial Energy is developing for near-term commercial operation, a zero-emissions cogeneration plant for global industry using its proprietary Integral Molten Salt Reactor (IMSR) fission technology in an innovative, small and modular plant design. The IMSR is a non-Light Water Reactor of the Generation IV class that operates at the high temperature required for broad industrial relevance with transformative economic potential. The IMSR plant is capable of grid-based electric power generation and industrial cogeneration in many energy-intensive industries, including petrochemical and chemical synthesis for hydrogen and ammonia production. The IMSR plant offers a near 50 percent improvement in efficiency of electric power generation compared to Light Water Reactor nuclear plants. Its industrial cogeneration capability delivers to today’s markets industrial competitiveness, security of energy, and zero-emissions industrial production. The IMSR plant’s use of existing industrial materials, components, and fuels supports its near-term deployment, setting the stage for a rapid global decarbonization of the primary energy system. To execute this plan, we are now looking to add talented people to the team, each of whom will:

• improve our team by adding diverse perspectives and innovative ways of problem solving
• have demonstrated exceptional results in engineering projects
• be a team player with the ability to collaborate closely and interact with other groups
• be flexible and adaptable to change
• have skillset and experience that relate to thefollowing role:

The Stress Analyst, under the direction of the Mechanical Engineering Manager, is primarily responsible for stress analysis using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and hand calculations for nuclear systems/structures/components through Engineering Design. Other responsibilities include:

• Prepare stress analysis calculations, analyses and assessment documents for piping, pressure vessels, and in-core components, including thermal, fatigue, creep, dynamic and static, linear and non-linear analysis, incorporating feedback from senior team members.
• Prepare clear and concise technical reports documenting analyses where required.
• Assess structural integrity risks and optimize mechanical design and performance using FEA results.
• Communicate and work with various technical disciplines to understand interfacing system design(s) and interfacing requirements as well as system/component loading (thermal, pressure, hydrostatic, deadweight, and seismic).
• Coordinate and interface with the plant layout lead in the development of 3D CAD models and 2D engineering drawings for the responsible mechanical components.
• Contribute to timely resolution of mechanical design challenges and address risks, escalating technical issues as needed.
• Demonstrated ability to work with teams on problems that are challenging to solve and requiring innovative solutions.
• Conduct presentations to interdisciplinary teams and external parties.
• Interface with external vendors, experts and design agencies.

Core Competencies

• Stress Analysis
• Pressure Boundary knowledge
  
• Solid mechanics and material science
  
• Modelling and FEA tools
  
• Nuclear system design
  
• Regulatory/compliance knowledge
  
• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Decision Making
• Planning and Organizing
• Problem Solving
• Results Orientation
• Teamwork & Collaboration
• Flexible and adaptable

Requirements

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering,
  Nuclear Engineering or alternate degree in a related field
• Minimum 2 years of work experience in mechanical and thermal stress analysis using FEA software
• Experience with ANSYS Mechanical, Creo Parametric, or other 3D modelling and FEA software
• Experience with computer programming (Python, Matlab, C, C++, Fortran, or other) for data pre/post processing or automation/customization of simulations in commercial software
• Strong understanding of solid mechanics / underlying material science
• Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills
• Flexibility to adjust to shifting priorities and deadlines
• Willingness to adapt and learn new approaches and areas of expertise
• Strong communication (both written and verbal) skills
• Skilled at developing and maintaining strong relationships across all levels of the organization and with external customers and vendors

Assets

• Knowledge of nuclear and/or non-nuclear pressure boundary codes including ASME Section III Division 1, ASME Section III Division 5, CSA N285.0 and ASME B31.1, CSA B51
• Graduate-level degree (Master’s or PhD) with an applicable specialization
• Industry experience in design of mechanical systems and components
• Experience with analysis of non-metallic materials (particularly graphite core components)
• Experience with fatigue, creep, dynamic and static, linear and non-linear analyses
• Working knowledge of the effects of radiation on materials
• Experience with pressure vessel design and registration process (TSSA, CNSC)

Benefits

• Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision), + an additional Health Spending Account

• A vacation policy designed to support your work-life balance

• EAP Programs available to you and your family

• $500 Wellness Subsidy

• Annual Performance Review

• Paid United Way Volunteer Days – A chance to give back!

• Career development opportunities

Please submit a Resume andCover Letter.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada without the need for sponsorship for employment visa status.

Terrestrial Energy requires that the successful candidate be able to access and use information subject to U.S. Export Control Laws, which mandate all citizenships (including dual citizenships) be from the U.S. Department of Energy’s List of Generally Authorized Countries (10 CFR Part 810 Appendix A and can be found here:
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-10/chapter-III/part-810/appendix-Appendix%20A%20to%20Part%20810) unless a specific authorization from the U.S. Department of Energy is obtained or unless you are a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. permanent resident, or protected individual under the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)). Additional information can be found here: https://www.energy.gov/nnsa/10-cfr-part-810.

Terrestrial Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age. The Company encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made. If you require technical support in a format that is accessible to you, please contact [e-mail]