Structural Engineer-ITER

International Executive Service Corps; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectra Tech, Inc. in Oak Ridge, TN is seeking a Structural Engineer to design, analyze, and support nuclear hardware and fusion-related structures, collaborating with international teams.

The role requires 5+ years in civil or mechanical engineering, experience with FE tools such as ANSYS/STAAD, and familiarity with relevant codes; travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil or mechanical engineering with 5+ years of related experience.
• Experience in design, fabrication, and/or assembly of nuclear hardware and structures.
• Experience with STAAD or other Structural Analysis Software.
• Familiarity with ANSI/AISC, AWS, and ACI codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze supports and equipment hardware for the US ITER Project Office.
• Perform linear and nonlinear structural analysis using FE methods.
• Document analysis results in formal DAC packages.
• Present design and analysis results to the International Office during reviews.

Skills

Structural analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

STAAD

ANSYS

Job description

Spectra Tech, Inc. is immediately hiring for a Structural Engineer in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Work with technical managers, engineers, designers, and fabrication vendors to design and analyze supports and equipment hardware associated with the US ITER Project Office.
• Perform, develop, and alter complex structural support analysis involving carbon steel, stainless steel, and other materials in accordance with US and/or European code requirements.
• Perform checks of concrete anchorage in accordance with project guidelines.
• Document all analysis results in formal Design Analysis Calculation (DAC) packages.
• Assist in development of project guidance documents related to structural engineering.
• Review and check work of other project participants.
• Present preliminary and final structural design and analysis to the International Office (IO) as part of regular design reviews.
• Participate as subject‑matter experts in design reviews of other systems.
• Assist Technical Procurement Officers in development and review of Statements of Work, Technical Specifications, Non‑conformances, and Deviation Requests as part of Title III activities.

Additional Tasks

• Perform, develop, and alter linear/nonlinear structural analysis of various Tokamak components utilizing FEA software.
• Assist in development of design details.
• Evaluation of Vendor Proposals as part of competitive bid packages.
• Oversee equipment and support fabrication.
• Both domestic and foreign travel may be required (<25%).

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline with 5 or more years of related work experience.
• Experience in design, fabrication, and/or assembly of nuclear hardware and structures.
• Experience with STAAD or other Structural Analysis Software.
• Familiarity with ANSI/AISC, AWS, and ACI codes and standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering or related technical field.
• 10 or more years of specialized experience in design, fabrication and assembly of large scale fusion energy or nuclear supports and hardware.
• Demonstrated ability to independently evaluate problems, investigate and propose solutions, perform calculations, apply industry standards, and document design and fabrication activities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and plan a design activity, plan and direct work of analysis and interface effectively with management.
• Solid understanding of structural design and analysis fundamentals and their application to large facilities.
• Extensive knowledge and expertise using Eurocode and/or ISO standards.
• Experience creating and manipulating 2D/3D structural models, 2D part drawings and assemblies.
• Ability to evaluate non‑conformances and deviations from drawings, technical specifications, and requirements.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with a diverse international project team.
• Familiarity or experience with piping systems, superconducting electromagnets, fusion energy technology, cryogenics, vacuum systems and/or large electro‑mechanical devices.
• Experience with designing pipe supports and equipment following AISC or EN code guidelines.
• Experience with piping design (ASME B31.3 and/or EN equivalent).
• Finite element modeling using ANSYS.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Spectra Tech, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. We are also an E‑verify employer.