Nuclear Pipe Stress Engineer - Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Kiewit Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 119,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & vision

PTO & PTO accrual

Job summary

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is seeking a Nuclear Pipe Stress Engineer at the mid-level to senior level to join our growing team in Houston, TX. You will apply your piping design and pipe stress analysis expertise to deliver safe, constructible, and cost-effective solutions for complex nuclear and power projects.

Responsibilities include performing pipe stress analyses using Bentley AutoPIPE, reviewing technical deliverables, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to meet codes, QA

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited four-year university.
• Mid-Level: 5+ years of piping engineering, piping design, and/or pipe stress analysis experience.
• Senior-Level: 15+ years of piping engineering, piping design, and/or pipe stress analysis experience.
• Strong knowledge of ASME B31.1 and ASME B31.3 piping codes.
• Experience performing pipe stress analysis using Bentley AutoPIPE or similar software.
• Familiarity with ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code and nuclear-grade equipment standards.
• Experience with 3D models and piping-related deliverables.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform pipe stress analyses and evaluations of piping systems for project design and execution.
• Develop, review, and approve engineering calculations, specifications, drawings, and design documents.
• Perform pipe stress analysis using Bentley AutoPIPE and evaluate against design criteria and codes.
• Develop and review design concepts, models, layouts, and engineering solutions for piping systems and supports.
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, fabricators, and construction teams to deliver safe, constructible designs.
• Support preparation and review of PFDs, P&IDs, piping isometrics, and GA drawings.
• Participate in design reviews, verification activities, and cross-disciplinary coordination.

Skills

Piping engineering

Pipe stress analysis

ASME B31.1/B31.3

Bentley AutoPIPE

3D modeling

Engineering documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Bentley AutoPIPE

Job description

Requisition ID: 183032

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Department: Design Engineering

Market: Nuclear

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Are you ready to take your piping engineering career to the next level and be part of the continued growth of the nuclear energy industry? Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is seeking a Nuclear Pipe Stress Engineer at the Mid-Level or Senior-Level to join our growing team and help deliver complex, high-impact nuclear and power projects.

In this role, you will apply your expertise in piping design and pipe stress analysis to perform engineering analyses, develop and review technical design deliverables, and solve challenging piping and equipment issues. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering, fabrication, and construction teams to deliver safe, innovative, constructible, and cost-effective solutions while meeting applicable engineering codes, nuclear quality requirements, and project schedules.

At Kiewit, our engineers work closely with fabrication and construction teams, giving you the opportunity to see how engineering designs translate into real-world solutions. Whether you’re an experienced engineer looking to expand your technical expertise or a senior professional ready to take on greater technical leadership, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact, tackle challenging work, and grow your career with Kiewit Nuclear Solutions.

If you’re ready to bring your pipe stress and piping engineering expertise to a team helping shape the future of nuclear energy, we want to hear from you.

District Overview

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is a full-service engineering, project management and construction provider operating across NorthAmerica. Our experience spans all aspects of the nuclear market from carbon-free, small modular reactors to Department of Energy science, environmental and nuclear security mission capabilities. With these broad capabilities, we operate in the power utility, renewable energy, industrial and infrastructure markets.

Location

The primary job locations include: Lenexa, KS, Houston, TX, Knoxville, TN, Itasca, IL. Other locations may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform pipe stress analyses and engineering evaluations of piping systems to support project design and execution.
• Develop, review, and approve engineering calculations, specifications, drawings, design documents, and other technical deliverables.
• Perform piping stress analysis using Bentley AutoPIPE and evaluate piping systems against applicable design criteria, loading conditions, codes, and standards.
• Develop and review design concepts, models, layouts, and engineering solutions for piping systems, equipment, and pipe supports. Identify, analyze, and resolve technical issues related to piping design and stress analysis.
• Ensure engineering work complies with applicable codes, standards, quality assurance requirements, project specifications, and procedures.
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, fabricators, construction teams, and other stakeholders to develop safe, practical, and constructible design solutions.
• Support the preparation and review of PFDs, P&IDs, piping isometrics, pipe support details, and general arrangement drawings.
• Participate in design reviews, design verification activities, interdisciplinary coordination, and resolution of design interfaces.
• Provide technical guidance and review of engineering work as appropriate based on experience level.
• Support project teams in meeting technical requirements, quality expectations, and established schedules.
• Travel up to 25% as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline from an accredited four-year university.
• Mid-Level: Minimum 5 years of relevant piping engineering, piping design, and/or pipe stress analysis experience.
• Senior-Level: Minimum 15 years of relevant piping engineering, piping design, and/or pipe stress analysis experience.
• Strong knowledge of ASME B31.1 and ASME B31.3 piping codes.
• Experience performing pipe stress analysis and engineering evaluations using Bentley AutoPIPE or comparable pipe stress analysis software.
• Familiarity with the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code and industry standards applicable to nuclear-grade equipment.
• Knowledge of engineering design principles, piping systems, equipment layout, pipe supports, design verification, interference analysis, GD&T, and tolerance considerations.
• Experience working with 3D models and piping-related engineering deliverables.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare, review, and evaluate engineering calculations, technical documentation, drawings, and designs.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary engineering, design, fabrication, and construction teams.
• Excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality engineering work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience supporting nuclear, power generation, Department of Energy, or other highly regulated projects or industries.
• Previous experience performing complex pipe stress analyses for power generation or industrial piping systems.
• Experience with seismic, dynamic, thermal, or other piping loading evaluations if these analyses are part of the team's work.

Working Conditions

Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• FIELD ROLES ONLY May work at various different locations and conditions may vary

Base Compensation: 119,000/yr - $178,000/yr

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.