Senior Piping Stress Engineer 1 - Nuclear

Sargent & Lundy; Richland (WA); Hybrid; USD 84,762 - 129,498; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

401(k)

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Dental & Vision

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy in Richland, WA seeks a Piping Engineer to perform senior‑level analyses and designs for piping systems per ASME B31.1 and ASME BPV Section III. The role emphasizes solid mechanics, finite element analysis, pipe supports, and CAD interface, with a hybrid schedule requiring three days in the office.

You will prepare calculations, P&IDs input, equipment specs, bid evaluations, and reports, while guiding junior staff and communicating with clients.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering or related ABET‑accredited program.
• 5+ years of relevant piping engineering experience.
• Knowledge of ASME B31.1 and ASME B&PV Section III piping codes.
• Knowledge of pipe supporting elements and piping products.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and reviews complex calculations.
• Reviews simple system/structural designs and prepares complex system designs.
• Prepares input for P&IDs and Master Diagrams; reviews drawings.
• Prepares and reviews equipment and material specifications.
• Prepares bid evaluations and supports data from vendors.
• Prepares and reviews reports/studies.
• Develops budgets, schedules, and work plans; monitors progress.
• Communicates technical information clearly to project teams and clients.

Education

ABET‑accredited Mechanical/Structural/Civil/Aerospace engineering program

Tools

AutoPIPE

PIPESTRESS

ANSYS Workbench

Job 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 applicable codes.

• 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, piping systems for thermal stratification effects, operability evaluations, and qualification of piping for hydrodynamic loads.
• Pipe rupture evaluations, pipe wall thinning due to flow accelerated corrosion (FAC) or microbiological induced corrosion (MIC), and pipe flaw evaluations.

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. Is responsible for the preparation and completion of discipline engineering designs that are responsive to project needs and monitors the work of assigned staff to ensure requirements are met.

• Prepares and reviews complex calculations.
• Reviews simple system/structural designs and prepares complex system designs.
• Prepares documented design input for drawing production (P&IDs and Master Diagrams), performs engineering review of drawings.
• Prepares and reviews equipment and material specifications.
• Prepares bid evaluations for systems and larger components; supports economic evaluations and solicits data from vendors.
• Prepares and reviews simple reports/studies.
• Develops single‑discipline/project budgets, schedules, and work plans; monitors own work for budget and schedule compliance.
• Provides single‑discipline input to simple proposals.
• Uses effective written and oral communication to convey information to project teams and managers; presents technical information clearly in all deliverables.
• Prepares reports and deliverables that meet client requirements; communicates clearly at client meetings and summarizes meeting notes promptly.

Hybrid Work Schedule

Requires in‑office work three 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‑approved program, emphasizing solid mechanics, structural analysis, theory of elasticity, metallurgy, and finite element analysis.
• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• 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.
• 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.

AI & Automation at Sargent & Lundy

• Lead others in solving engineering problems by using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost‑effective designs.
• Direct automation and process‑improvement work, e.g., automating calculations, summarizing technical documents, generating design documentation, and guiding the use of AI or agentic AI tools while ensuring output verification.
• Oversee engineers who program or script (Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate engineering tasks; review automated outputs.
• Value additional learning in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields to effectively oversee automation and AI‑enabled engineering workflows.

Award‑Winning Benefits

• 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 Range

$84,762 - $129,498

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 overall well‑being. 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 have been a trusted leader in nuclear engineering, design, and licensing, with expertise spanning small modular reactors, advanced reactor technology, 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.

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.