Senior Piping Stress Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy

Phoenix (AZ)

On-site

USD 82,380 - 125,860

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
401(k)
Paid Vacation
Tuition Assistance
Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Phoenix is seeking a Senior Piping Engineer to oversee engineering designs and project needs. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar, with over 5 years of experience, and a deep knowledge of ASME piping codes. This role offers a hybrid work schedule and a competitive salary. Join a firm committed to innovative and sustainable solutions in the world of nuclear engineering.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of relevant experience.
  • Must have an emphasis on solid mechanics and structural analysis.
  • Experience with gas dynamics and hydraulic transients is valued.

Responsibilities

  • Provides senior-level technical support and engineering tasks.
  • Prepares and reviews complex engineering designs.
  • Monitors work to ensure project needs are met.

Skills

Knowledge of ASME B31.1
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of pipe supporting elements

Education

BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Aerospace, or Structural/Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoPIPE
PIPESTRESS
ANSYS Workbench

Job description

Overview

Description

Piping Engineering & Analysis Synopsis

The Piping Engineering & Analysis discipline performs evaluations for piping systems in accordance with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, ASME B31.1, ASME B31.7, and other codes as applicable to the specific evaluation being performed. The Piping Engineering & Analysis discipline also performs the following specialty topics.

  • Vibration monitoring and analysis to evaluate system operational vibrations associated with plant modifications and operating events, and to provide vibration prevention and mitigation solutions and designs.

  • Evaluation of hydraulic transients, evaluation of piping systems for thermal stratification effects, operability evaluations, and qualification of piping for hydrodynamic loads.

  • Pipe rupture evaluations, evaluation of pipe wall thinning due to flow accelerated corrosion (FAC) or microbiological induced corrosion (MIC), and pipe flaw evaluations.

Responsibilities

Position Specific Details

  • Provides senior-level technical support by performing a variety of engineering tasks such as preparing and reviewing calculations and designs of a complex nature. On a task basis, is responsible for the preparation and completion of discipline engineering designs that are responsive to project needs. Monitors the work of assigned staff to ensure requirements are met.

  • Senior-Level staff support engineering design projects with the following responsibilities:

  • Prepares and reviews complex calculations.

  • Reviews simple system/structural designs and prepares complex system designs.

  • Prepares documented design input for drawing production (i.e., P&IDs and Master Diagrams). Reviews design input for simple system/structures. Performs engineering review of drawings.

  • Prepares and reviews equipment specifications. Prepares material specifications.

  • Prepares bid evaluations for systems and larger components. Prepares calculations to support economic evaluations. Solicits data from vendors.

  • Prepares and reviews simple reports/studies.

  • Develops single-discipline/simple-scope project budgets, schedules, and project work plans. Monitors own work to ensure it is completed within budget and on schedule.

  • Provides single-discipline input to simple proposals.

  • Uses effective written and oral communication skills to convey information to project team members and managers. Presents written technical information in a clear and concise manner in all deliverables.

  • Prepares reports and deliverables that are clearly understood and meet client requirements. Communicates clearly in meetings with client, and summarizes meeting notes in a clear and timely manner.

  • This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential Skills and Experience
  • BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Aerospace, or Structural/Civil Engineering, from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program, with an emphasis in solid mechanics, structural analysis, theory of elasticity, metallurgy, and finite element analysis

  • 5+ years of relevant experience

  • Must have knowledge of ASME B31.1 and ASME B&PV Section III piping codes

  • Knowledge of the design, selection, and application of pipe supporting elements

  • Working knowledge of commercially available piping products and their application

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Valued but Not Required Skills and Experience
  • P.E. license

  • Working knowledge of commercially available piping products and their application

  • The ability to navigate a 3D CAD model

  • Experience with AutoPIPE or PIPESTRESS software

  • Knowledge of gas dynamics and hydraulic transients

  • Knowledge of pipe condition assessment

  • Experience with ANSYS Workbench and Mechanical ADP

Awards & Benefits

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

  • Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

  • Life & Accident Insurance

  • Disability Coverage

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • Back-Up Daycare

  • FSA & HSA

  • 401(k)

  • Pre-Tax Commuter Account

  • Merit Scholarship Program

  • Employee Discount Program

  • Corporate Charitable Giving Program

  • Tuition Assistance

  • First Professional Licensure Bonus

  • Employee Referral Bonus

  • Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)

  • Paid Vacation

  • Paid Holidays

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Paid Bereavement Leave

  • Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation

Compensation Range

$82,380.00 - $125,860.00

Transparency

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

About This Business Unit

Join Sargent & Lundy's Nuclear Power Group and be part of a team driving the future of clean, carbon-free energy. Since 1954, we’ve been a trusted leader in nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, with expertise spanning small modular reactors (SMRs), advanced reactor technology (ART), and first-of-a-kind commercial reactor restart projects. Our work supports life extensions and digital modernization of existing nuclear plants, coal-to-nuclear conversion initiatives with the Department of State, and international nuclear new-build projects. With a commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability, we provide cutting-edge solutions that power communities worldwide while reducing emissions. Shape the future of global energy with us!

Awards & Recognition

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.

CityPhoenix

StateAZ

CountryUnited States

Area of InterestMechanical Engineering

TypeFull Time - Regular

Job ID2025-17997

Business GroupNuclear Power Group

DepartmentPiping Engineering Analysis

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