Mechanical Engineer- Nuclear Systems & Components

Nuclear Energy Consultants, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Nuclear Energy Consultants, Inc. (NEC) is seeking Mechanical Engineers to support the design, analysis, development, and qualification of nuclear systems and components. Multiple opportunities available; assignments align with each candidate’s expertise.

Positions involve piping, vessels, structures, thermal-mechanical analysis, and system design, with duties including calculations, drawings, ASME/NQA-1 compliance, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Relevant experience in one or more of the technical areas described above.
• Experience with nuclear systems, components, or other highly regulated applications preferred.
• Experience with applicable engineering codes and standards, including ASME BPVC Section III.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills.
• Experience with ANSYS, AutoPIPE, CAD, or other applicable engineering tools is desirable.
• P.E. license and/or advanced engineering degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical design and engineering analysis of nuclear systems and components.
• Develop and review calculations, specifications, reports, drawings, and other technical documentation.
• Apply applicable ASME codes, nuclear industry standards, quality requirements, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform engineering analysis using tools such as ANSYS, AutoPIPE, or similar software.
• Support design reviews, testing, qualification, manufacturing, and licensing activities.
• Develop solutions to complex mechanical design and integration challenges.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, suppliers, and other technical stakeholders.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring as appropriate for senior-level positions.

Skills

Problem solving

Oral/written communication

Planning/organizing

Adaptability

Dependability

Team Building

Safety Culture

Quality Assurance

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

ANSYS

AutoPIPE

CAD

Job description

NEC has an Immediate Need for the following:

Mechanical Engineer- Nuclear Systems & Components (Job No. 42-081226-1)

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking Mechanical Engineers with a variety of technical backgrounds to support the design, analysis, development, and qualification of nuclear systems and components. Multiple opportunities are available, and candidates are not expected to have experience in all areas listed below. Assignments will be aligned with each candidate’s technical expertise and experience level.

Areas of opportunity may include:

• Piping & Supports- Piping design, stress analysis, seismic/dynamic analysis, and support design.
• Components, Vessels, & Structures- Design and analysis of pressure vessels, reactor internals, supports, and other mechanical components.
• Structural & Thermal-Mechanical Analysis- Finite element analysis, stress, fatigue, creep, thermal, and seismic analysis.
• Mechanical Systems & Component Design- System/component design, specifications, equipment selection, supplier oversight, testing, and integration.
• R&D & Testing- Conceptual design, trade studies, advanced reactor development, test systems, and instrumentation integration.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Depending on area of specialization, responsibilities may include:

• Perform mechanical design and engineering analysis of nuclear systems and components.
• Develop and review calculations, specifications, reports, drawings, and other technical documentation.
• Apply applicable ASME codes, nuclear industry standards, quality requirements, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform engineering analysis using tools such as ANSYS, AutoPIPE, or similar software.
• Support design reviews, testing, qualification, manufacturing, and licensing activities.
• Develop solutions to complex mechanical design and integration challenges.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, suppliers, and other technical stakeholders.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring as appropriate for senior-level positions.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

To perform the job successfully, the individual should demonstrate competencies in performing the essential functions of this position by performing satisfactorily in each of these competencies.

• Problem solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and reviews information appropriately. Uses own judgment and acts independently; seeks input from other team members as appropriate for complex or sensitive situations.
• Oral/written communication: Listens carefully and speaks clearly and professionally in all situations. Edits work for accuracy and clarity, Is able to create, read and interpret complex written information. Ability to develop strong interpersonal networks within the organization.
• Planning/organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities, organizes personal and project timelines and deadlines, tracks project timelines and deadlines, and uses time efficiently.
• Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and can deal with frequent interruptions, changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Dependability: Consistently on time and at work, responds to management expectations and solicits feedback to improve performance.
• Team Building: Capable of developing strong interpersonal networks and trust within the organization and leads consensus by involving all stakeholders, facilitating their understanding of differences, agreeing on requirements and constraints, and developing the best solution.
• Safety Culture: Adheres to the Safety culture and is expected to model safe behavior and influence peers to meet high standards.
• Quality Assurance: Commits to the understanding and implementation of quality assurance regulations, standards and guidelines of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and NQA-1.

MINIMUM SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND ABILITIES:

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Relevant experience in one or more of the technical areas described above.
• Experience with nuclear systems, components, or other highly regulated applications preferred.
• Experience with applicable engineering codes and standards, including ASME BPVC Section III.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills.
• Experience with ANSYS, AutoPIPE, CAD, or other applicable engineering tools is desirable.
• P.E. license and/or advanced engineering degree is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to understand and communicate clearly using a phone, personal interaction, and computers.
• Ability to learn new job functions and comprehend and understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately in a rapidly evolving environment.
• The employee frequently is required; to sit and stand; walk; bend, use hands to operate office equipment; and reach with hands and arms.

Disclaimer: Employee(s) must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employee(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all employees in this classification.