Structural/Mechanical Analysis Engineer

OUTSOURCE Consulting Services, Inc.; Idaho Falls (ID); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

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PTO

Healthcare

Dental

Vision

Short/Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

FSA

401(k) Savings Plan

Roth Elective Deferral

Direct Deposit

Job summary

OUTSOURCE Consulting Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced Structural/Mechanical Analysis Engineer to provide remote support to our client in Idaho Falls, ID. The position offers remote eligibility with periodic coordination calls and no mandatory on-site presence.

The role focuses on elevated-temperature nuclear component design evaluations per ASME BPVC Section III, Division 5, including creep-fatigue, buckling, and weld assessments. Strong FEA skills with ANSYS/Abaqus are required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of ASME BPVC Section III, Division 5 or transferable experience in related divisions.
• FEA experience with 3D model development, mesh convergence, boundary conditions.
• Ability to produce code-compliant, independently reviewable calculation packages.
• Hands-on creep-fatigue evaluation and time-dependent creep/fatigue interaction.

Responsibilities

• Support structural/mechanical analysis per ASME BPVC Section III, Div. 5 requirements.
• Develop FEA models and documentation with proper boundary conditions.
• Produce code-compliant calculation packages and supporting reports.
• Perform creep-fatigue damage evaluation and buckling assessments.
• Collaborate with technical leads to review results and ensure accuracy.

Skills

ASME knowledge

FEA experience

3D modeling & meshing

technical communication

remote collaboration

Education

B.S. Mechanical Engineering

M.S. Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

Abaqus

Job description

Seeking an experienced Structural/Mechanical Analysis Engineer to provide remote support to our client in Idaho Falls, ID

Application Deadline: Wednesday, 11/11/26.

Requirements:

The Contract or will provide structural and mechanical analysis support for elevated-temperature nuclear component design evaluations in accordance with ASME BPVC Section III, Division 5. This position is remote-eligible, with periodic coordination calls with technical leads expected; no mandatory on-site presence is required. Engagement duration and hours will be determined based on candidate availability and final scope assignment. Performs code-compliance analysis supporting the structural integrity of elevated-temperature nuclear components, including load-controlled stress evaluations, stress classification and linearization, and finite element model development. Supports the preparation of code-compliant, independently reviewable calculation packages and contributes to the technical rigor underpinning the design and safety basis of next-generation nuclear components.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Support structural/mechanical analysis in accordance with ASME BPVC Section III, Division 5 code requirements.
• Perform load-controlled stress evaluations, stress classification, and stress linearization for elevated-temperature nuclear components.
• Develop finite element analysis (FEA) models, including 3D model development, mesh convergence studies, and boundary condition documentation, using tools such as ANSYS, Abaqus, or equivalent.
• Produce code-compliant, independently reviewable calculation packages and supporting reports.
• Perform creep-fatigue damage evaluation, including time-dependent creep and fatigue interaction, usage factors, and hold-time effects, per Subsection HBB / Mandatory Appendix HBB-I.
• Conduct strain limits, ratcheting, and incremental collapse assessments.
• Evaluate elevated-temperature buckling, including thermal and creep buckling.
• Collaborate with technical leads and senior engineers to review analysis results and ensure technical accuracy.
• Support evaluation of weld strength reduction factors, dissimilar metal weld assessments, or bolted joint fatigue/relaxation analysis under Division 5, as needed.
• Apply working knowledge of Section III, Division 5 or demonstrate transferable experience from Section III Division 1 or Section VIII with elevated-temperature exposure.
• Reference Section II, Part D material allowables as applicable to analysis tasks.
• Participate in periodic technical coordination calls to align on scope, progress, and findings.
• Other duties as assigned by the technical lead or engineering manager.
  

Work Schedule: The client operates on a 9/80 compressed work schedule. Employees work eight nine-hour days and one eight-hour day over each two-week period, totaling 80 hours, with every other Friday off. Standard hours fall between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Mountain Time, with start times of 7:00 or 8:00 a.m.

Remote Work: The candidate will work remotely, with the ability to come onsite as needed. The primary onsite location is the Engineer Research and Office Building (EROB) at the client's location.

Qualifications:

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Working knowledge of ASME BPVC Section III, Division 5 nuclear component design requirements.
• FEA experience, including 3D model development, mesh convergence, and boundary condition documentation.
• Ability to apply general code rules to specific analysis problems to produce technically sound, defensible results.
• Ability to combine analytical results to form conclusions supporting code-compliance determinations.
• Ability to listen to and understand technical information and ideas presented through discussion with technical leads and stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate analysis results and technical findings clearly, in writing and verbally.

Required:

• Working knowledge of ASME BPVC Section III, Division 5 (or demonstrated transferable experience in Section III Division 1 or Section VIII with elevated-temperature exposu re).
• FEA experience (ANSYS, Abaqus, or equivalent), including 3D model development, mesh convergence, and boundary condition documentation.
• Hands-on experience with creep-fatigue damage evaluation, including time-dependent creep and fatigue interaction, usage factors, and hold-time effects, per Subsection HBB / Mandatory Appendix HBB-I.
• Experience with strain limits, ratcheting, and incremental collapse assessment.
• Experience with elevated-temperature buckling, including thermal and creep buckling.
• Demonstrated ability to produce code-compliant, independently reviewable calculation packages.
• Experience with weld strength reduction factors, dissimilar metal weld assessment, or bolted joint fatigue/relaxation analysis under Division 5.
• Prior DOE national laboratory or nuclear component supplier experience.
• Familiarity with Section II, Part D material allowables.
• Must be willing and able to work onsite at the Engineer Research and Office Building (EROB) at the client's location as needed.
• U.S. citizenship is required to perform this contract.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering or a directly related field, with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or a
• Master of Science degree in mechanical engineering or a directly related field, with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience

The qualifying degree from an ABET-accredited program is preferred.

Additional Information:

OUTSOURCE Consulting Services, Inc. (OCSI.co) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and take affirmative action to employ and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA. OCSI.co participates in E-Verify. Learn more about applicant rights under Federal Employment Laws.

OCSI.co provides great benefits to our federal contractors:

• Holidays
• PTO
• Healthcare
• Dental
• Vision
• Short/Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Roth Elective Deferral
• Direct Deposit

To learn more about OCSI.co, please visit our corporate website at www.ocsi.co. Thank you for your interest in our jobs. We look forward to seeing your resume!

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