Fellow Engineer - Structural Analyst

BROWN FEDERAL SERVICES LLC; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) seeks a Fellow Engineer – Structural Analyst to provide advanced structural analysis and design support for buildings and structures within NRC- or DOE-regulated nuclear facilities.

The selected candidate will perform complex analyses under seismic, tornado, missile, and precipitation-related loads, leveraging STAAD/ANSYS/ABAQUS and applicable codes. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with about 10 years of relevant experience.
• Master's degree in Civil Engineering with about 12 years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with about 15 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced structural analyses and design support for NRC- or DOE-regulated facilities.
• Lead technical teams and coordinate multidisciplinary engineering activities.
• Prepare detailed calculations, technical reports and design documentation.

Skills

Finite element analysis

Leadership

Technical communication

Seismic analysis

Missile/wind loads

Education

PhD in Civil Engineering

MS in Civil Engineering

BS in Civil Engineering

Tools

STAAD

ANSYS

ABAQUS

Job description

Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) is seeking a Fellow Engineer – Structural Analyst to provide advanced structural engineering analysis and design support for buildings and structures within NRC- or DOE-regulated nuclear facilities.The selected candidate will perform complex structural analyses involving normal and accident loading conditions, including seismic events, tornado winds, missile impacts, and precipitation-related hazards. This position requires extensive expertise in structural engineering principles, finite element analysis, engineering software, and applicable national codes and standards.The Fellow Engineer will serve as a technical expert, providing leadership in resolving complex engineering challenges, developing advanced analytical solutions, and supporting design engineering activities. Engineering services will be performed in accordance with SRNS processes and procedures, with programmatic guidance provided by SRNS.Candidates must meet one of the following education and experience combinations:Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with approximately 10 years of relevant experience; ORMaster's degree in Civil Engineering with approximately 12 years of relevant experience; ORBachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with approximately 15 years of relevant experience.Additional required qualifications:Minimum of 8 years of recent experience in the design and analysis of NRC- or DOE-regulated nuclear facilities.Demonstrated experience performing finite element analysis.Working knowledge of structural analysis software, including STAAD, ANSYS, ABAQUS, or similar engineering applications.Working knowledge of applicable national structural engineering codes and standards, including:International Building Code (IBC).American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), including ASD, LRFD, and N690.American Concrete Institute (ACI), including ACI 318 and ACI 349.American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), including ASCE 4, ASCE 7, and ASCE 43.Advanced knowledge of structural engineering principles and analytical methods.Demonstrated expertise in resolving complex technical and engineering challenges.Ability to lead technical teams and coordinate multidisciplinary engineering activities.Strong technical communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.Ability to prepare detailed engineering calculations, technical reports, and design documentation.Ability to work independently and provide technical leadership with limited guidance.Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q security clearance. An active clearance is not initially required.