Senior Nuclear Component Qualification Engineer – Seismic

Sargent & Lundy; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Paid time off

Dental & Vision

401(k)

Pre-Tax Commuter Account

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy seeks a mid-level component qualification engineer in Chicago to advance nuclear power projects. You will apply seismic qualification knowledge, structural mechanics, and ASME code calculations for vessels, valves, and pumps across new builds and plant upgrades.

You will collaborate with engineers from multiple disciplines, review qualification reports, prepare calculations, and mentor junior team members. Some travel to sites may be required.

Qualifications

• BS in engineering with emphasis in Structural or Mechanical Engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• 5+ years in component qualification activities in nuclear power plant industry.
• Proficient in structural mechanics analysis using Mathcad.
• Experience with FEA software SAP2000/ANSYS/STAAD/STRUDL.
• Familiar with AISC/AISI/ASCE/ANSI/ASTM and IEEE seismic standards.
• MS Office proficiency and strong written/verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review design calculations and qualification reports.
• Review vendor qualification tests/analyses and develop specifications.
• Revise client design basis documents and support drawing development.
• Perform structural analysis of steel panels, foundations, and supports.
• Assess seismic effects and perform seismic qualification activities.
• Travel to client/vendor sites for reviews and field verification.

Skills

Structural/Mechanical Engineering

ABET-accredited BS

MS Office

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (ABET)

Tools

SAP2000

ANSYS

STAAD

STRUDL

Mathcad

Job description

Sargent & Lundy seeks a mid-level component qualification engineer in Chicago to advance nuclear power projects. You will apply seismic qualification knowledge, structural mechanics, and ASME code calculations for vessels, valves, and pumps across new builds and plant upgrades.

You will collaborate with engineers from multiple disciplines, review qualification reports, prepare calculations, and mentor junior team members. Some travel to sites may be required.