Senior Mechanical Stress Engineer - Nuclear & Seismic

VINCI; Chorley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

ACTEMIUM Design is seeking an experienced Mechanical Stress Engineer to join our engineering team, supporting nuclear and highly regulated sectors. You will perform detailed pipeline stress calculations, seismic assessments and develop robust calculation notes and reports.

The role requires a degree in Mechanical Engineering, proficiency in Mathcad, CAESAR II and ANSYS, and a strong knowledge of ASME B31.1/B31.3 and Eurocodes. Chartered status is desirable.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Strong background in pipeline stress calculations or seismic analysis.
• Proficiency with Mathcad, CAESAR II and ANSYS; knowledge of design codes.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed stress analysis and flexibility assessments using industry-standard software.
• Develop and verify engineering calculations for supports and mechanical equipment.
• Produce stress reports, calculation packages and technical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with relevant design codes, standards and project specifications.
• Participate in design reviews, hazard studies and technical assurance activities.
• Support site investigations, troubleshooting and engineering modifications as required.

Skills

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Pipeline stress calculations

Seismic analysis

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Mathcad

CAESAR II

ANSYS

Job description

ACTEMIUM Design is seeking an experienced Mechanical Stress Engineer to join our engineering team, supporting nuclear and highly regulated sectors. You will perform detailed pipeline stress calculations, seismic assessments and develop robust calculation notes and reports.

The role requires a degree in Mechanical Engineering, proficiency in Mathcad, CAESAR II and ANSYS, and a strong knowledge of ASME B31.1/B31.3 and Eurocodes. Chartered status is desirable.