Mechanical Engineer - Pipe Stress Engineering

Candu Energy; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Company-paid life and short- and long-

Employer-matched 401(k)

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid Time Off

Leaves of absences options

Flexible work options

Recognition programs

Employee assistance program

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Mechanical Engineer - Pipe Stress Engineering to join our team in Bothell, WA or any other US based office. You will perform pipe stress analyses for power piping and industrial systems per B31.1 and B31.3, model piping systems, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safety and timely project delivery.

The role requires a BS in Mechanical or Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited), 10+ years of pipe stress experience, 5+ years with AutoPipe, and ideally a PE

Qualifications

• B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering or similar degree from an ABET accredited college.
• Ten (10) years or more performing pipe stress analysis.
• Five (5) years or more experience using AutoPipe.
• PE license preferred.
• Strong work ethic, eagerness to learn, supportive team player and good verbal communication.
• Experience reading and understanding flow diagrams and P&IDs.
• Experience writing pipe stress reports.
• Utilizing and understanding internal and external piping specifications is required.

Responsibilities

• Work with multi-disciplinary team, collaborators, and clients.
• Perform pipe stress analysis for power piping and industrial systems per B31.1 and B31.3 respectively.
• Model piping systems using stress software to verify flexibility, stability, and qualification of equipment nozzle loads.
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines and vendors as required.
• Potential occasional/infrequent travel to project site, other offices, or manufacturing plants.

Skills

Pipe stress analysis

Reading P&IDs

Verbal communication

Project collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Tools

Caesar II

AutoCAD

SmartPlant 3D

Navisworks

Plant 3D

MathCAD

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer - Pipe Stress Engineering to join our team in Bothell, WA or any other US based office.

Your role

• Work with multi-discipline team, collaborators, and clients.
• Perform pipe stress analysis for power piping and industrial systems per B31.1 and B31.3 respectively.
• Model piping systems using stress software to verify piping flexibility, stability, and qualification of equipment nozzle loads.
• Proactive in obtaining needed information and support to complete work on time.
• Flexible in balancing workload and priorities across multiple projects with a commitment to safety.
• Maintain and build strong professional relationships with colleagues and clients.
• Ability to perform clear calculations with schematics, references, and assumptions.
• Knowledge of pipe materials, valves, relief valves and control valves.
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines and vendors as required.
• Coordinating questions to/from equipment suppliers and reviewing submittal documents.
• Potential occasional/infrequent travel to project site, other offices, or manufacturing plants.

About you

• B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering or similar degree from an ABET accredited college.
• Ten (10) years or more performing pipe stress analysis.
• Five (5) years or more experience using AutoPipe.
• PE license preferred.
• Strong work ethic, eagerness to learn, supportive team player and good verbal communication.
• Experience reading and understanding flow diagrams and P&IDs.
• Experience writing pipe stress reports.
• Utilizing and understanding internal and external piping specifications is required.
• Knowledge and ability to design pipe supports using CAD based programs is preferred.
• Familiarity with ASME B31.1, B31.3, ASME Section VIII, and other relevant industry piping codes and standards.
• Experienced with or desire to learn any or all: Caesar II, AutoCAD; SmartPlant 3D, Navisworks, Plant 3D, MathCAD.
• Simple-cycle, combined-cycle, Rakine cycle, or nuclear power plant design experience.
• Knowledge of the following: renewable energy and hydrogen gas.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values - Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence - are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits
• employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting
• employee stock purchase plan
• Paid Time Off
• leaves of absences options
• flexible work options
• recognition and employee satisfaction programs
• employee assistance program
• voluntary benefits

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $110,000 - $150,000 salary depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

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