Pipe Stress Specialist - Food & Beverage

Burns & McDonnell; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Pipe Stress Specialist to join their dynamic Food & Beverage group. This role is pivotal in managing and coordinating piping design and analysis, ensuring quality and compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in mechanical piping engineering, alongside excellent communication and analytical skills. You'll have the opportunity to mentor and train others while contributing to the growth of the firm's expertise in this area. If you're looking to make an impact in a collaborative environment, this position offers a rewarding career path.

Qualifications

• 4 years of mechanical piping engineering experience required.
• Strong knowledge of engineering techniques and procedures is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all aspects of piping design and analysis.
• Prepare documentation for independent quality review and procurement specifications.

Skills

Piping Engineering

Mechanical Piping Engineering

Analysis of Static & Rotary Equipment

Flange Leakage Qualification

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Bachelor Degree in Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM (Revit)

3D Rendering Programs

Hydraulic Analysis Programs

HVAC Analysis Programs

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

Burns & McDonnell is looking for an experienced Pipe Stress Specialist for our Food & Beverage group to build a strong regional presence to service local clients. The Pipe Stress Specialist will manage, direct and coordinate all aspects of piping design and analysis. The Specialist will also be responsible for assisting in growing Burns & McDonnell's Food & Beverage expertise in this subject matter through training and mentoring.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Analysis experience of Static & Rotary equipment.
• Nozzle load limit check, flange definition for flange leakage qualification, piping specials, and accuracy checking of Input.
• Analysis of Stress model for Code stresses check [Sustain, Expansion, Occasional stresses], Displacement, Flange Leakage qualification using ASME Sec VIII, Equipment Nozzle loads/ Pipe Support qualification with respect to vendor allowable / as per applicable code / Qualification using Nozzle-pro (where applicable).
• Define Pipe Support requirement as per analysis and its support tagging and marking the stress comments on Isometrics.
• Preparation of support loads for Civil & Structural group.
• Preparation of documentation for Independent Quality Review.
• Preparation of procurement specification with log sheet for Piping Specials like Cold Shoe, Spring, Rod Hanger, Struts, Snubbers, Expansion joints, etc., their TBA, and vendor drawing review.
• Position may require interface and coordination with other engineering disciplines, designers, and detailers within Burns and McDonnell and its subsidiaries.
• Knowledge in Piping engineering, Conceptual pipe routing and layout, Pipe and Valve materials specification preparation, piping specials, technical bid evaluation, Vendor data review and approval, isometrics checking, and approval.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering Technology or related degree from an accredited program and 4 years of mechanical piping engineering experience, consulting preferred.
• Strong knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
• Strong skills in engineering design software including AutoCAD, BIM (Revit), 3D Rendering Programs, hydraulic analysis, and HVAC analysis programs.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Job: Piping Engineering

Primary Location: US-MO-Kansas City

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25% of the Time

Req ID: 245090

Job Hire Type: Experienced #LI-KZ #GFS