Senior Mechanical Analysis Engineer

Averro; United States; Remote; USD 74,390 - 123,984; Full time

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Job summary

A leading engineering company in the United States is seeking a Senior Mechanical Analysis Engineer to analyze the mechanical performance of reactor components in a high-temperature environment. The role requires expertise in finite element analysis and extensive experience in structural analysis. Candidates should possess a degree in Mechanical Engineering and have a strong background in nuclear or aerospace engineering. This position is fully remote and offers a competitive pay range of $54-$90/hr.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10+ years of related experience with a B.S. degree.
• Demonstrated experience in seismic analysis is highly desirable.
• Experience working under stringent quality assurance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical analyses of reactor structures and systems.
• Work with an interdisciplinary team to optimize nuclear components design.
• Establish and maintain documents of analysis results and design solutions.

Skills

Proficient in finite element stress analysis

Strong understanding of solid mechanics

Strong communication skills

Collaborative teamwork

Education

B.S, M.S. or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

SolidWorks

Job description

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Location: Fully Remote within the United States

Employment Type: Long-term contract. Eligible for unlimited extensions and able to stay fully remote for the entirety of contract.

Pay Range: $54-90/hr

*Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location where candidate lives.

Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, 401k, sick leave, and employee assistance program. Depending on your package selection, Averro offers PTO, paid holidays, and legal insurance.

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

Our advanced nuclear client is seeking a highly motivated and resourceful Senior Mechanical Analysis Engineer to join their team. Thisis a dedicated position focused on analyzing the mechanical performance of various reactor enclosure components, reactor internal components, reactor vessels, and nuclear island components under high temperature environment as well neutron fluence. Candidates must have extensive experience in structural analysis and finite element analysis (FEA). The position holder will report to the Structural and Stress Analysis Manager. The Senior Mechanical Analysis Engineer will work as part of a high functioning team of engineers and scientists focused on developing the design of next generation advanced nuclear reactors.

• Perform mechanical analyses of reactor structures, systems, and nuclear island components to verify that their performance remains within imposed limits as defined by applicable structural and pressure equipment codes and standards (ASME BPVC, ASCE, and AISC).
• Work with interdisciplinary team of engineers to establish and optimize nuclear components design consistent with required functional and quality requirements.
• Establish and maintain documents of analysis results and design solutions.
• Perform peer review to maintain the expected quality standard as per the engineering quality assurance plan.
• Assist the team Manager and Senior Manager when necessary.
• Mentor the engineers and team members as necessary to build a skilled and confident team.
• Work as a technical point of contact for various focus tasks.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• B.S, M.S. or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from accredited university. Aerospace, Nuclear, and Civil Engineering degrees are also considered.
• Minimum of 10+ years of related experience with a B.S. degree, or 6+ years with an M.S. degree, or 3+ years with Ph.D. degree.
• Proficient in finite element stress analysis, mechanical analysis methods and commercial mechanical stress analysis and modeling tools with emphasis on ANSYS and SolidWorks.
• Strong understanding of solid mechanics, fracture mechanics, and fatigue failure.
• Candidates should have demonstrated experience in mechanical analysis of equipment or components. This may include structural analysis, buckling analysis, thermal analysis, and/or creep fatigue / inelastic analysis.
• Candidate should have demonstrated experience in seismic analysis of equipment or components; in particular, experience with response spectrum and time history modeling techniques in accordance with the requirements of ASCE 4, and/or ASCE 43 is highly desirable.
• Experience or familiarity working under stringent quality assurance requirements such as ASME NQA-1, MIL-Q-9858A, or ISO-9000.
• Working experience with pressure equipment design codes and standards such as ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section III, Div. 1 and 5, Section VIII Div. 2, Process Piping analysis code B31.1 and B31.3.
• Familiarity with structural design codes and standards such as AISC N690, AISC 360, AWS D1.1, and AWS D1.6 is desirable.
• Experienced with conceptual design and sizing for equipment and structural components through basic calculation and utilizing Mathcad.
• Strong communication skills and collaborative teamwork is highly desired.
• The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Highly skilled performing finite element analysis of reactor components using Ansys workbench and/or APDL.
• Thorough understanding of code and standards requirements related to the seismic design of equipment (i.e., ASCE 4, ASCE 43).
• Working knowledge of computer code development and knowledgeable in programming tools such as Python.
• Working experience utilizing Mathcad.
• Previous experience in the nuclear industry.

WHY AVERRO?

Averro is a Veteran-Owned organization dedicated to delivering innovative talent solutions, business consulting, and technology services that propel businesses and careers forward. We live by our ethos: Be Curious | Build Trust | Empower Each Other. These values show in our commitment to client satisfaction, timely support, and unmatched consultant care. Our Aim – Your Ascent.

Averro is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal obligations. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

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