Fitness for Service Analyst

Structural Integrity Associates; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 126,300 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

ID theft protection

Job summary

Structural Integrity Associates in San Jose, CA is seeking a Mid‑Level Analytical Engineer who will conduct stress analysis and evaluate material performance for power generation systems. This role is integral in ensuring operational reliability and supporting engineering assessments.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical engineering, experience with finite element analysis software, and excellent communication skills. The position requires collaboration with clients and mentoring junior team members.

Comprehensive benefits include medical and dental insurance, life insurance, and a health savings account.

Qualifications

• 6+ years relevant experience with M.S. or Ph.D.; 8+ years with B.S.
• Knowledge of power generation, particularly boiler systems.
• Proficiency in fracture mechanics principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical analyses of stress related to power generation equipment.
• Develop finite element models and report on findings.
• Interact with clients and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Finite element analysis

Fracture mechanics

Mechanical engineering

Creep and fatigue assessment

Technical communication

Education

B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Abaqus

ANSYS

SolidWorks

Job description

The Mid‑Level Analytical Engineer independently performs stress analysis, creep and fatigue evaluations, and fracture mechanics assessments for heavy equipment within the power generation and energy industries, particularly supporting combined cycle and conventional boiler power plants. This role combines advanced technical execution with client interaction and mentorship of junior staff. The position primarily supports life assessment, reliability evaluation, and failure investigation projects for operating industrial assets.

Responsibilities

• Lead finite element and fracture mechanics analyses addressing thermo‑mechanical behavior, creep deformation, and fatigue life.
• Perform life assessment calculations related to creep, fatigue, and crack growth mechanisms.
• Interpret material behavior and apply established industry methodologies and best practices.
• Prepare and deliver technical reports, client presentations, and calculation packages; respond to client technical inquiries and provide engineering recommendations.
• Participate in proposal development, project scoping discussions, and technical business development activities.

Required Qualifications

• B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.
• M.S. or Ph.D.: 6+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• B.S.: 8+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Knowledge of power generation and energy industry systems, particularly combined cycle and conventional boiler‑fueled power plants.
• Demonstrated experience with materials degradation mechanisms including creep, fatigue, and high‑temperature material behavior.
• Proficiency in applied fracture mechanics principles.
• Working knowledge of fitness‑for‑service (FFS) assessment methodologies.
• Proficiency with Abaqus or ANSYS finite element analysis software.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks or comparable CAD software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical documentation and client interaction.
• Willingness to travel approximately 10–15% annually to industrial environments to support site assessment teams and project execution.

Enhanced Qualifications

• Programming or scripting experience in Python, R, or VBA to support automation of analysis workflows.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure or progress toward licensure.
• Knowledge of ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code requirements.
• Familiarity with EPRI materials and analytical programs.
• Participation in ASME Code Committees or related industry technical groups.
• Awareness of EPRI materials programs such as CSEF, MRP, and BWRVIP.

Typical Projects and Deliverables

• Lead technical tasks as part of multidisciplinary project teams (typically 1–3 engineers), deliver complete report sections, and represent SIA in client technical meetings.
• Independently develop FEA models, perform sensitivity studies, and provide actionable engineering recommendations supporting inspection planning, repair strategies, and design modifications.

Expected Salary Range

• San Jose, CA: $126,300 – $171,000
• Denver, CO: $107,700 – $144,400
• Charlotte, NC: $98,900 – $135,000
• Akron, OH: $91,400 – $123,900 – exact pay will be commensurate with location, experience, and qualifications.

Export Control Notice

Certain positions at SIA may require access to information and technology subject to Export Administration Regulations 15 CFR 730-774, including those of the US Department of Energy in 10 CFR 810 and Nuclear Regulatory Commission 10 CFR Part 110. Hiring decisions for such positions must comply with these regulations and may result in SIA limiting its consideration of foreign nationals who are citizens of countries that are not on the DOE’s Generally Authorized Destinations List.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• Short‑term and long‑term disability
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Account for health care and dependent care
• ID theft protection and credit monitoring

Structural Integrity Associates, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.