Mechanical / Structural Engineer

Orano USA; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

Orano USA is looking for a Mechanical / Structural Engineer in Columbia Township, Missouri. The role requires strong analytical skills in conducting mechanical/structural analyses and ensuring compliance with ASME BPVC. Candidates should have a BS in Engineering and several years of experience with relevant software.

Compensation ranges from $95,000 to $120,000, alongside comprehensive health benefits, a 401(k) match, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of related engineering work experience.
• Experience in ANSYS and/or LS-DYNA.
• Ability to communicate well with regulatory authority and clients.

Responsibilities

• Perform calculations in support of design, development and licensing.
• Conduct finite element analyses using software tools like ANSYS and LS-DYNA.
• Document structural analysis calculations.

Skills

ANSYS

LS-DYNA

Problem solving

Communication

Organization

Education

BS in Engineering (Mechanical or Civil/Structural)

Job description

Mechanical / Structural Engineer

Ref # 12812 | Posting Date: Friday, February 27, 2026 | Country: United States | Region: Maryland | City: Columbia | Business Unit: NPS | Employment Type: Permanent/Regular | Desired Start Date: 02-03-2026 | Work Schedule: Full time | Remote Work: In office

Job Description

Orano TN, a subsidiary of Orano USA, is a leader in the American market for used nuclear fuel storage, radioactive waste management and fuel transportation logistics. The company offers a complete line of products and related services to the transportation, storage, and engineering sectors operating in the fuel cycle materials market.

We are seeking a Mechanical/Structural Engineer to support engineering and design work for spent nuclear fuel storage and transport packages. Responsibilities include conducting mechanical/structural static and dynamic analyses using commercial software tools such as ANSYS and LS-DYNA or by hand calculations using classical methods, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with ASME BPVC Section III (or VIII).

Key Responsibilities

• Perform calculations in support of design, development and licensing in the structural discipline.
• Interface with designers, project engineers, and other analytical disciplines (thermal, nuclear, etc.) to ensure the structural integrity of the design.
• Conduct finite element analyses on structures, systems and components using either commercial software tools such as ANSYS and LS-DYNA and/or by hand calculations using classical methods. The types of analyses required are linear and non-linear structural analysis, rigid body dynamics, modes and frequencies.
• Provide design solutions and verification methods.
• Participate in team meetings, technical reviews, design reviews, peer reviews and problem‑solving meetings.
• Document structural analysis calculations and prepare related sections of the Safety Analysis Report (SAR) and/or Technical Reports as part of TN AMERICAS LLC’s licensing submittals to the NRC.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering (Mechanical or Civil/Structural) plus a minimum of 3-5 years of related engineering work experience. A Master’s degree may be substituted for 1-2 years of related work experience.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in ANSYS and/or LS-DYNA.
• Experienced in applying ASME BPVC Section III (or VIII) Design by Stress Analysis provisions on results from FEA.
• A demonstrated background where quick thinking and problem solving plays a critical role.
• Excellent organization, planning and priority setting skills.
• Ability to communicate well with regulatory authority and clients.

Preferred

5 years of reactor site design engineering experience

Salary

Pay Range: $95,000-$120,000 per year.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance – with generous employer contributions
• 401(k) with employer matching and contribution amounts
• Life insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance provided by the company
• Generous Paid Time Off and holiday schedules
• Numerous Training and Development opportunities

Equal Opportunity

Orano is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position requires a pre-employment background check and drug screening.