Mechanical Engineer

ManpowerGroup; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Health Savings Account

Health Flexible Spending Account

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Business Travel Insurance

401(k) with Match

Weekly Pay

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our client’s MSIP team in Pittsburgh. You will perform nonlinear FEA with ANSYS, prepare detailed technical documentation, and collaborate with engineering and field teams to deliver safe, practical solutions for nuclear-related systems.

The role requires a BS in Mechanical Engineering, proficiency with ANSYS (APDL and Workbench), and experience with Mathcad.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Proficient in ANSYS Mechanical (APDL and Workbench).
• Experience with Mathcad or similar computing tools.
• Familiar with ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code (Sections III & XI).
• Strong communication, valid driver’s license, reliable transport, and ability to travel internationally.

Responsibilities

• Perform nonlinear FEA of reactor vessel welds, piping, and custom components using ANSYS.
• Prepare detailed technical reports with modeling assumptions and results.
• Collaborate with engineering and field teams to improve MSIP equipment and processes.
• Support additional analyses including mechanical evaluations, thermal assessments, and structural integrity reviews.
• Travel domestically and internationally to customer sites and provide on-site support during outages.

Skills

Communication skills

Driver's license

Travel internationally

FEA/structural analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS Mechanical

Job description

Our client, engineering solutions provider for the nuclear and environmental sectors is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their team. As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be part of the Engineering department supporting the Mechanical Stress Improvement Process (MSIP®) team. The ideal candidate will have a strong drive to solve complex technical problems, the ability to communicate clearly through detailed documentation, and the confidence to collaborate with both engineering and field teams to deliver practical, safety-focused results.

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Pay Range: $80000 - $120000

What's the Job?

• Perform finite element analysis (FEA) of nonlinear systems including reactor vessel welds, piping, and custom components or tooling using ANSYS Mechanical (APDL and Workbench).
• Prepare detailed technical reports and documentation that clearly communicate modeling assumptions, analysis results, and MSIP® process parameters.
• Collaborate with internal engineering and field teams to improve MSIP® equipment and processes.
• Support additional engineering analysis efforts such as mechanical evaluations, thermal assessments, and structural integrity reviews as needed.
• Participate in field activities, including domestic and international travel to customer sites for meetings, technical oversight, and support during plant outages; provide on-call support and local presence during project execution and outage windows as required.

What's Needed?

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline from an accredited institution.
• Proficiency in ANSYS Mechanical (APDL and Workbench).
• Experience with Mathcad or similar mathematical computing tools.
• Familiarity with ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code, particularly Sections III and XI.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, plus a valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation; ability to obtain unescorted access to U.S. and international nuclear power plants and willingness to travel internationally with a valid passport.

What's in it for me?

• Work on high-impact engineering analysis that supports integrity assurance for nuclear power plant components.
• Grow as a technical expert by combining FEA, documentation, and field-informed problem solving within the MSIP® team.
• Contribute to practical improvements to equipment and processes used to mitigate stress corrosion cracking.
• Partner with engineering and field teams to deliver solutions that prioritize safety and performance.
• Take on meaningful responsibilities that include project execution support and outage-window presence when needed.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.