Mid to Senior Pipe Stress Engineer 1

Kinectrics; Naperville (IL); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Generous Paid Time Off starting at 17 days annually

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Kinectrics in Naperville, IL is seeking an experienced Engineer for Pipe Stress Analysis to design and analyze existing power plants and new systems. You will lead multidisciplinary project teams, perform calculations, develop isometrics, and mentor junior engineers. The ideal candidate should have 5–10 years of relevant experience, a BS in Mechanical or Civil Engineering, and knowledge of AutoPIPE and SuperPipe. Benefits include competitive pay, generous PTO, and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5–10 years piping/mechanical design experience with focus on pipe stress analysis projects.
• Professional Engineering License preferred.
• Strong computer knowledge of CAD software.

Responsibilities

• Design and analysis of changes to existing power plants and new plant systems.
• Lead design engineering efforts on multi-disciplined project design teams.
• Provide technical support for field execution including outage/turnaround projects.

Skills

Piping/mechanical design experience

Pipe stress analysis projects

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Knowledge of AutoPIPE and SuperPipe

Education

BS in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Experienced (Mid-Career to Senior Level) – Engineer-Pipe Stress Analysis

Location Options: Naperville, IL / Atlanta, GA / Ridgeland, MS – Hybrid Work Schedule / Half-Day Fridays

About The Job

• Design and analysis of changes to existing power plants as well as new plant systems.
• Perform calculations, develop isometrics, and provide design recommendations, specifications, and design change packages.
• Lead design engineering efforts on multi‑disciplined project design team.
• Provide technical support for field execution, including outage/turnaround projects.
• Assist in constructability planning, proposal, and estimate development.
• Mentor junior engineers.

Qualifications / Requirements

• BS in Mechanical or Civil Engineering from ABET‑accredited university required.
• Minimum of 5–10 years piping/mechanical design experience with focus on pipe stress analysis projects in nuclear facilities, oil & gas, or similar systems.
• Strong organizational skills. Effective written and verbal communication with clients, colleagues, and project managers.
• Knowledge of ME101, AutoPIPE, SuperPipe, AutoCAD, Laser Scanning, and GTStrudl preferred. Professional Engineering License preferred.
• Strong computer knowledge of Microsoft Office and CAD software.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without need for sponsorship now or in the future.

About the Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) starting at 17 days annually, plus 7 paid holidays each year.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account options.
• Company‑paid life insurance, short‑term, and long‑term disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Kinectrics AES is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.