Senior Engineer, Mechanical (Pipe Stress)

Aecon Concessions; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation

Health and Wellness Home Benefit

Tuition Reimbursement

Green Home Energy Benefit

Job summary

Aecon Concessions is seeking a Senior Mechanical Pipe Stress Engineer to join our team in Charlotte, NC. In this role, you will perform detailed and complex pipe stress analysis, ensuring compliance with the ASME Section III Code while preparing essential engineering documents.

The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering, along with at least 10 years of experience in relevant engineering practices. You will be part of critical projects that serve the nuclear and conventional generation industry.

The position offers competitive compensation and a variety of benefits, including paid vacation and health-related incentives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in pipe stress analysis and pipe support design.
• Experience working with Duke Energy (Nuclear) is a plus.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license in the US preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex pipe stress analysis and calculations for various piping systems.
• Prepare engineering drawings and develop design specifications.
• Support construction and startup activities as required.

Skills

Pipe stress analysis

Pipe support design

Mechanical design

Nuclear facility access

ASME Section III Code requirements

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Tools

Bentley AutoPIPE

SUPERPIPE

Job description

Position Title: Senior Engineer, Mechanical (Pipe Stress)

Location: Charlotte, NC, US

Operating Sector: Nuclear

Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. Our projects connect communities and power future generations, serving public and private sector clients through our Construction and Concessions segment.

What is the Opportunity?

We are currently seeking a Senior Mechanical Pipe Stress Engineer to join our team in Charlotte, NC or Mt. Laurel, NJ. The successful candidate will work as part of a team of engineers and designers performing mechanical engineering and pipe stress analysis / pipe support design for piping systems serving the nuclear and conventional generation industry.

In December 2024, United Engineers and Constructors was acquired by Aecon Group Inc. The United team continues to operate as an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) company.

What You'll Do Here:

• Perform complex pipe stress analysis and prepare calculations for various piping systems including high energy, water, air and gas systems using company standard software such as Bentley AutoPIPE software.
• Pipe supports engineering and design using industry standard tools and methods.
• Develop mechanical / piping design and procurement specifications.
• Prepare engineering drawings such as Piping and Instrument Diagrams (P&ID), General Arrangement (GA), Equipment Plan, Piping Orthographic and Isometric drawings.
• Develop material and workhour estimates as well as engineering and design schedules.
• Exercise sound engineering judgment in assessing problem situations or complex issues, review completed work to ensure accuracy and compliance with codes and design criteria.
• Interface with project stakeholders to determine project scope/requirements.
• Support construction/implementation and start up activities as required.

What You Bring To The Team:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering from a four-year accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in pipe stress analysis and pipe support design.
• Perform piping analysis to ASME Section III Code requirements for Class 1, 2, and 3 piping systems.
• The ability to obtain unescorted access to a nuclear power plant.
• Experience with SUPERPIPE software is a plus.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license in US, and the ability to be licensed in other states through Comity is a plus.
• Experience working with Duke Energy (Nuclear) is a plus.

This position requires access to nuclear facilities and information governed by U.S. federal regulations. As a result, applicants must be U.S. citizens to meet eligibility and security clearance requirements.

Pay and Benefits:

Pay Range: $100,000 - $150,000

Individual pay is determined based on several factors, including work location, education, experience, unique skills and job conditions. Other considerations may include certifications, specialized training, and the complexity or scope of the role.

• Paid Vacation
• Health and Wellness Home Benefit
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Green Home Energy Benefit (subsidy for approved green home energy expenses)

Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.