Mechanical Engineer - Nuclear

Structural Integrity Associates, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to enhance their Nuclear business unit in San Jose, CA. The ideal candidate will engage in stress analysis and support energy sector projects with a focus on structural integrity. Opportunities for innovation and professional growth in a dynamic team-based environment are offered.

Benefits

Traditional 401k

Roth 401k

Employer match

Paid time off

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

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related engineering experience with BS degree (or 1+ years with MS degree).
• EIT Certification (PE License preferred).

Responsibilities

• Analyze power plant structures, pressure vessels, and piping systems.
• Conduct fracture mechanics and stress analyses per ASME guidelines.
• Support fatigue management programs for various components.

Skills

Proficiency with ANSYS Workbench

Knowledge of ASME BPV Code

Technical writing and communication skills

Education

BS degree in Mechanical Engineering

MS degree preferred

Job description

Structural Integrity Associates, Inc. (SIA) is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our Nuclear business unit.

The ideal candidate will possess a background in mechanics/structural engineering and be responsible for engineering consulting work supporting the energy industry. The role will be to support project teams in the areas of stress analysis, fatigue and fracture mechanics and related fields.

The work environment is a dynamic team based on project requirements. Each project team is usually led by an industry expert and composed of engineers from various engineering disciplines such as fracture mechanics, stress analysis, structural dynamics, and material science.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Analysis of power plant structures, pressure vessels, piping systems, rotating equipment and other power plant components using both classical and numerical methods
• Fracture mechanics and stress analyses using the guidelines in the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code
• Supportingthe finite element analysis team
• Support fatigue management programs for various components
• Participation in design and repair projects of pressure vessel/piping components

Skills/Qualifications:

• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline (MS degreepreferred)
• 3+ years of related engineering experience with BS degree (or 1+ years with MS degree)
• Proficiency with ANSYS Workbench
• Knowledge of ASME BPV Code (Section III and Section XI)
• Proficiency in technicalwriting and communication skills
• EIT Certification (PE License preferred)

Pay Range:
The expected salary range for this role in San Jose, CA is $75,760to $113,640annually. Exact pay will be commensurate with experience.

Export Control Notice:
Certain positions at SIA may require access to information and technology which is subject to Export Administration Regulations 15 CFR 730-774, including those of the US Department of Energy (DOE) in 10 CFR 810 and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) 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: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-10/chapter-III/part-810/appendix-Appendix%20A%20to%20Part%20810 .

About Us:
At Structural Integrity Associates, Inc. (SIA), employees are proud to be part of a company where contributions are valued.Join a team of internationally recognized experts in a culture based on knowledge, excellence, and respect for one another. Our employees are members of a distinct community of internationally respected professionals committed to quality, engineering innovation and a shared goal of building a safer world.

Why Work at SIA?
SIA offers a competitive salary and performance-based bonus program. Our retirement benefits include a Traditional 401k, Roth 401k, and an employer match. To help employees maintain a work-life balance, SIA also offers various paid time off including vacation, floating holidays, sick time, and parental leave.

Our employees also enjoy a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:

• 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.

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