Mechanical Engineer - Specialty Engineering

Dominion Engineering, Inc.; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

Dominion Engineering, Inc. in Reston, VA seeks a Mechanical Engineer to perform evaluations and research in stress analysis, fracture mechanics, FEA, and materials aging modeling. You will support engineering consulting for the nuclear industry, drafting calculations and reports, and collaborating with subject matter experts.

The role emphasizes rigorous engineering practices, safety, and clear communication while growing expertise in one or more advanced analysis areas. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in mechanical engineering or related fields as stated.
• Experience with stress analysis, fracture mechanics and FEA.
• Familiarity with modeling and simulation of materials aging is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Performs mechanical engineering calculations and develops analyses.
• Prepares technical reports and supports documentation.
• Develops high quality graphs, charts, and presentations.
• Applies ANSYS or LS-DYNA for simulations and FEA tasks.
• Interprets results with attention to safety and quality expectations.
• Collaborates with subject matter experts to deliver guidance documents.

Skills

Stress analysis

Fracture mechanics

Finite element analysis

Modeling and simulation

Probabilistic modeling

Thermal hydraulics

Numerical analysis

Clear written and verbal communication

Education

BS or MS Mechanical Engineering

Theoretical and Applied Mechanics

Engineering Physics (mechanical focus)

Nuclear Engineering

Tools

ANSYS Mechanical

LS-DYNA

Job description

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for performing engineering evaluations and research in areas including stress analysis, fracture mechanics, finite element analysis, modeling/simulation of degrading materials, probabilistic modeling, thermal hydraulics, and numerical analysis of other physical systems and phenomena.

Dominion Engineering, Inc. (Dominion), an Allied Power company is seeking an engineer with 0 to 10 years of experience and a bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering (or theoretical and applied mechanics, or engineering physics with mechanical focus, or nuclear engineering), including those graduating by August 2026. This position is an opportunity to develop your expertise and grow your career as an engineering consulting professional and technical leader within the nuclear industry.

A primary area of expertise at Dominion is providing solutions and research for aging management of nuclear power plant components and materials. This position will focus on supporting engineering evaluations and research to support the industry through modeling and simulation activities, providing engineering consulting support, and may provide support to other emergent Dominion projects. Additionally, this position will involve the performance and verification of mechanical and thermal analyses supporting the development and deployment of Dominion products within the industry. Analysis areas include stress analysis, fracture mechanics, finite element analysis, modeling/simulation of degrading materials, probabilistic modeling, thermal hydraulics, and numerical analysis of other physical systems and phenomena. In addition to performing various engineering analyses, the responsibilities of this position include drafting of calculations and reports documenting analyses, as well as working with other Dominion subject matter experts and engineers to produce various types of related assessment and guidance documents for industry clients.

This position requires strict adherence to nuclear industry principles, including but not limited to:

• Commitment to personal, industrial, and nuclear safety
• Verbatim compliance with written work instructions and procedures
• Fitness for Duty – Drug and Alcohol-Free workplace
• Use of Human Performance Tools

Reports to: Director – Consulting Services

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Performs mechanical engineering calculations
• Prepares technical reports
• Develops high quality communication exhibits (graphs, charts, presentations)
• Strong analytical skills
• Experience using engineering analysis software such as ANSYS Mechanical or LS-DYNA or similar
• Thorough technical knowledge of finite element modeling practices
• Analysis approaches including:
• Elastic Stress Analysis
• Plastic Stress Analysis
• Heat Transfer
• Fatigue
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Detail-oriented and self-directed
• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Competence in core mechanical engineering fundamentals:
• Mechanics of materials
• Stress analysis
• Fracture mechanics
• Thermodynamics
• Heat transfer
• Ability to develop expertise in one or more of the following:
• ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code
• Probabilistic fracture mechanics
• Willing to travel up to 10-15% of the time (e.g., for Customer / industry meetings and occasional field support of products)
• Ability to pass a drug screening test and background security investigation
• Authorized to work in the United States

Physical Demands:

• Work in an office environment
• Overtime and non-standard work hours as required
• Lift, carry, position, and use tools and/or equipment (weighing up to 25 lbs.)
• Ability to twist the body and neck while driving company vehicles or operating company equipment

Required Education, Experience, Certification and Licenses:

• BS or MS Mechanical Engineering, Theoretical and Applied Mechanics, Engineering Physics (with mechanical focus), or Nuclear Engineering

Allied Power, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Allied Power, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

At Allied Power, we are committed to transparency and employee well-being. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive salaries, health insurance plans (medical, dental, and vision), generous paid time off, and a retirement savings plan with company matching. Additionally, we provide life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance programs, wellness initiatives, and opportunities for continuous learning and development. Please note that paid time off (PTO) is available for eligible positions.