Mechanical Engineer Specialist - Structural Analysis (Nuclear)

Flowserve US Inc; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowserve US Inc is seeking an experienced Engineer in Applied Structural Mechanical Analysis to perform structural, thermal and vibration analyses on pressure vessels and rotating equipment across Flowserve product lines, including pumps, valves and seals. You will review customer specifications, execute FEA, and participate in design reviews with internal and external stakeholders.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with 8–10 years in applied structural

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 8–10 years of applied structural mechanical analysis experience, specifically rotating equipment.
• Nuclear industry experience and customer‑oriented environment exposure.
• Proficient in ANSYS/ABAQUSFinite element analysis and 3D modeling with SolidWorks.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural, thermal and vibration analyses on pressure vessels and rotating equipment.
• Evaluate design modifications and define critical dimensions.
• Carry out FEA of machine components and supporting structures.
• Review customer specifications and supplier quotations for technical acceptability.
• Lead design reviews and communicate results to customers and stakeholders.
• Prepare high-quality design reports in accordance with ASME sections and company procedures.
• Coordinate structural engineering activities within project budgets and timelines.

Skills

8-10 years experience

Structural analysis

Rotor dynamics

FEA

Communication with stakeholders

Education

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

ABAQUS

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Applied Structural Mechanical Analysis team is part of the global operating department of Global Engineering Services within the Flowserve Corporation. The team performs in-depth structural mechanical and rotor dynamic analysis on all product lines of Flowserve, including valves, pumps, and seals. The analyses are done for internal customers during R&D, product upgrades, order acquisition/fulfillment, and for external customers in the aftermarket. Flowserve has restructured the engineering organization to a centralized global organization. In this organization, Global Engineering Services delivers highly specialized services to all Flowserve’s business units in the following areas: Fluid Flow, Structural Mechanics, Materials, and Product Compliance. The Engineer Applied Structural Mechanical Analysis performs structural and rotor dynamic analysis and reviews for order engineering, product development and for R&D for all Business Units and products. This includes optimization of the mechanical product design in accordance with customer specifications and requirements, national and international standards and internal procedures. The engineer performs mechanical and rotor dynamic analysis in all phases of the project, including input for detailed design. The key objectives are accuracy and quality of the results as well as the on-time delivery of said results. The engineer is the technical specialist on applied structural mechanical analysis for the product lines.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural, thermal and vibration engineering analyses on pressure vessels and rotating equipment for our products (including pump, hydraulic turbine, valve, seal and including the auxiliary equipment) in order to judge the adequacy of the design in relation to the applicable design requirements and for R&D activities
• Evaluate the impact of the design modification of components on the structural design.
• Define critical dimensions of products and components.
• Executes different types of mechanical analysis and reporting, including torsional and lateral analysis on products, such as pumps and skids.
• Perform evaluation utilizing classical methods of structural analysis, thermal analysis, and hydraulic analysis
• Carry out finite element analysis (FEA) of machine components, sub-assemblies and related support structures to determine stress, strain and, where necessary, natural frequencies, un-damped and damped
• Review and evaluate customer specifications and supplier quotations related to technical acceptability of the mechanical design.
• Assess FEA results against customer specifications, industry and Flowserve design standards and procedures for fatigue life and dynamic stability
• Submittal of high-quality contractual documentation in accordance with customer/industry code requirements, such as ASME and present/discuss the results of the analysis with customer/stakeholders
• Compile design reports in compliance with ASME Section III and VIII Divisions 1, 2 and 3 code requirements
• Plan, direct, coordinate and perform the structural engineering activities in accordance with customer requirements, company’s objectives and policies and within the established project budget and timeline
• Perform evaluation utilizing classical methods of structural analysis, thermal analysis
• Manage structural design activities, such that optimum cost effectiveness is obtained between quality, design, and manufacturing, while ensuring that the engineering design standards are adhered to.
• Participate in design reviews.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders on progress, approach and results of the analysis and active participate in meetings.
• Conduct or participate in Root Cause Analysis in order to define corrective and preventive actions.
• Support of and participate in the quality audits
• Technical lead of R&D projects dedicated to modify and develop product upgrades
• Develop design tools for product design modification
• Automation of the design and analysis process to improve the analysis time
• Provide management with accurate and informative reports and evaluate the results of project assignments along with appropriate recommended course of action.
• Participate in improvement and standardization activities such as Green Belt, Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma to improve the operational performance
• Share information, knowledge and experience within Flowserve

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equal.
• 8-10 years in applied structural mechanical analysis, specifically rotating equipment.
• Nuclear Industry experience.
• Background working within a customer‑oriented working environment.
• Extended knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, Finite element analysis packages (ANSYS/ABAQUS), and 3D modeling software (SolidWorks).
• Skilled at performing hand calculations and/or rough order of magnitude calculations
• U.S. citizen or Green Card Holder required
• Fluent in the English language.
• Preferred: Knowledge of complex pump/seal/valve design, and hydraulic drawings is a plus.
• P.E. license is a plus
• Carry out a sense of energy, ownership and personal commitment to the work and the overall work environment.
• Reliable in fulfilling obligations and consistently meeting deadlines.
• Encourages others to be accountable for commitments in their areas of responsibility.
• Able to professionally communicate at all levels in the organization.
• Ability to motivate people and to continuously improve the safety culture and awareness.
• Self-motivation and drive to meet schedules.