Senior Pipe Stress Engineer – On-Site Piping Integrity

Holtec International; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Hybrid work options

Education assistance

Wellness program

Commuter benefits

Life insurance

Job summary

Holtec International in Camden, NJ is seeking a Pipe Stress Engineer to perform detailed piping stress analysis and support design decisions for critical systems. You will use AutoPIPE or CAESAR II to assess static and dynamic loads, evaluate thermal expansion, and ensure compliance with ASME NB, NCD, B31.1 and B31.3 codes.

Join a multidisciplinary team coordinating with layout, materials, and structural groups, supporting 3D modeling, clash detection, and field issue resolution to deliver

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in piping stress analysis.
• Proficiency in stress analysis software such as AutoPIPE (preferred) or CAESAR II.
• Knowledge of piping design, materials, and specifications.
• Strong knowledge of ASME NB, ASME NCD, ASME B31.1 and B31.3 codes.
• Understanding of static and dynamic analysis methods.
• Experience with 3D tools such as SmartPlant 3D, PDMS, and Navisworks.
• Ability to interpret piping layouts and isometrics.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong reporting and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform piping stress analysis (static and dynamic) using tools such as AutoPIPE or CAESAR II.
• Develop stress design basis, critical line lists, and analysis procedures.
• Evaluate thermal expansion, sustained loads, occasional loads, and seismic effects.
• Provide design recommendations, including support locations and types, pipe routing optimization, and flexibility enhancements such as expansion loops and joints.
• Analyze and mitigate high piping loads on equipment nozzles (pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, tanks, and vessels), ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and vendor allowable limits.
• Select appropriate spring hangers to accommodate thermal expansion and maintain acceptable piping loads.
• Generate and review stress reports, calculations, and design documentation.
• Provide pipe support load data and coordinate with pipe support engineers.
• Ensure compliance with ASME NB, ASME NCD, ASME B31.1, B31.3, and applicable project specifications.
• Review and validate third-party stress analysis.
• Coordinate with layout, materials, and structural teams for optimal designs.
• Support 3D modeling efforts, clash detection, and routing optimization.
• Assist construction teams by resolving field issues related to piping stress.

Skills

Piping stress analysis

Analytical thinking

Technical reporting

Interpreting piping layouts

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoPIPE

CAESAR II

SmartPlant 3D

PDMS

Navisworks

Job description

Holtec International in Camden, NJ is seeking a Pipe Stress Engineer to perform detailed piping stress analysis and support design decisions for critical systems. You will use AutoPIPE or CAESAR II to assess static and dynamic loads, evaluate thermal expansion, and ensure compliance with ASME NB, NCD, B31.1 and B31.3 codes.

Join a multidisciplinary team coordinating with layout, materials, and structural groups, supporting 3D modeling, clash detection, and field issue resolution to deliver