Lead Mechanical Engineer – Vessels & Structures

System One; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Part time

Job summary

System One is seeking a highly experienced Mechanical Engineer (Vessels & Structures) for a contract role in Corvallis, OR. The position focuses on design and stress analyses of pressure vessels and NSSS components for a modular ALWR, using ANSYS and CAD tools.

You will mentor junior engineers and lead technical efforts within the NSSS Component Engineering group. The ideal candidate holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering, has 10+ years of ANSYS-based analysis experience, and is familiar with DOE

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• At least 10 years of full-time experience with ANSYS stress analysis per ASME BPVC Section III.
• Proficiency with ANSYS and CAD tools.
• Experience with programming: ANSYS APDL, MATLAB or Python.
• Eligible to work under DOE 10 CFR Part 810.
• Strong knowledge of nuclear pressure vessel codes and regulations.
• Excellent problem solving, communication, planning and leadership.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform design and stress analyses of pressure vessels and supports per ASME BPVC III and regulatory requirements.
• Generate design parameters for NSSS components of a modular ALWR.
• Ensure NSSS components meet industry standards and safety regulations.
• Evaluate components for pressure, mechanical/thermal loadings (Primary Stress, Fatigue).
• Use ANSYS and CAD for stress analysis and design optimization.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior engineers; act as technical lead in NSSS Component Engineering.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to resolve issues and improve designs.
• Participate in review and approval of engineering documents and reports.
• Ensure compliance with ASME NQA-1 quality assurance and NRC guidelines.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Planning

Leadership

Independent work

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

CAD packages

ANSYS APDL

MATLAB

Python

Job description

System One is seeking a highly experienced Mechanical Engineer (Vessels & Structures) for a contract role in Corvallis, OR. The position focuses on design and stress analyses of pressure vessels and NSSS components for a modular ALWR, using ANSYS and CAD tools.

You will mentor junior engineers and lead technical efforts within the NSSS Component Engineering group. The ideal candidate holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering, has 10+ years of ANSYS-based analysis experience, and is familiar with DOE