Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Computational Science, or Nuclear Engineering; Master's or PhD preferred.
Minimum of 3 years of related experience in engineering.
Proficient in advanced finite element analysis techniques, including nonlinear material behavior and thermal-mechanical analysis.
Strong communication skills for conveying detailed technical data.
Experience with Python and Jupyter notebooks for engineering applications.
Familiarity with probabilistic simulation techniques like Monte Carlo sampling.
Understanding of engineering codes and standards, particularly ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code is a plus.
Responsibilities
Develop and apply computational methods to solve complex engineering problems.
Work autonomously on engineering assignments with minimal assistance.
Ensure compliance with regulations and engineering standards.
Evaluate and adapt technical techniques for unique tasks.
Engage in special projects as directed and suggest process improvements.
Maintain a safety mindset in all engineering activities.
Collaborate with a team of experienced engineers across various disciplines.
Benefits
Multiple medical plan options, dental & vision coverage, and life insurance.
401(k) with employer match for retirement savings.
Up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 sick days, and 13 paid holidays annually.
Lifestyle spending account and employer-paid mental health support.
Education reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
Adoption assistance and parental leave.
Full Job Description
In this role, you will develop and apply deterministic and potentially probabilistic computational methods to solve complex engineering problems involving stress, deformation, fatigue, fracture, thermal-mechanical loading, material degradation, and structural margins. You will support operating plants, long-term operation, inspection planning, repair evaluations, and plant-specific technical justifications.
You will work with experienced engineers across computational mechanics, fracture mechanics, materials, stress analysis, design, and licensing. The position provides opportunities to develop advanced finite element models, automate engineering workflows using Python and Jupyter notebooks, interpret simulation results, and translate numerical findings into practical engineering recommendations.
What You'll Do Day-To-Day
Performs non-standard engineering, varied engineering, and new-to-you assignments typically in areas of design, development, analysis, evaluation, testing, preparation of specifications, execution of field tasks and resolution of field problems and resolution of quality events.
Receives minimal assistance and instruction and works autonomously on most assignments and solutions.
Ensures compliance with government regulations, organization, industry and customer engineering standards.
Independently evaluates, selects and applies a variety of technical techniques, procedures, and criteria using judgement in making adaptations and modifications for tasks not previously performed.
Continues to develop knowledge of organization, processes and customers.
Works on special projects, as directed.
Provides suggestions for improving processes and implementing process improvements.
Knowledge of related engineering standards, techniques and criteria.
Experience performing advanced finite element analysis, including one or more of the following:
Nonlinear material behavior
Elastic-plastic analysis
Thermal-mechanical analysis
Fracture mechanics
Fatigue or cyclic loading
Weld or residual-stress simulation
Good communication skills to comprehend and convey detailed technical data.
Ability to develop and maintain good interpersonal relationships; work collaboratively within a team environment.
Good problem identification and problem resolution skills.
Displays informal leadership characteristics.
Exhibits questioning attitude and practices self-checking.
Advanced proficiency with specialized software tools and programming languages as required by the role.
Understanding of Python scientific-computing tools.
Experience developing scripts for finite element model generation, parametric studies, automated execution, output extraction, and results visualization.
Usage of Jupyter notebooks to create transparent and reproducible engineering analyses.
Experience with probabilistic simulation techniques such as Monte Carlo sampling, Latin hypercube sampling, importance sampling, or related approaches.
Coursework or practical experience in fracture mechanics, fatigue crack growth, structural integrity, or fitness-for-service assessment.
Familiarity with fracture parameters and assessment methods involving stress-intensity factors, J-integral, crack-growth analysis, reference stress, or limit-load methods.
Understanding with engineering codes and standards applicable to pressure-retaining or safety-related components.
Understanding of ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, including Section XI, is desired but not required.
Willingness to develop proficiency in ASME Section XI flaw-evaluation and structural-integrity methods.
Prior experience in the commercial nuclear industry is beneficial but not required.
Total Rewards Package
Total Rewards Package
Salary: $100,000 - $110,000, and may also include annual incentives and performance bonuses. The base salary range is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location.
Health & Wellness: Multiple medical plan options, dental & vision coverage, life insurance, long- and short-term disability, and optional supplemental plans (critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, dependent life).
Retirement: 401(k) with employer match.
Paid Time Off: Up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 sick days, and 13 paid holidays annually.
Extra Perks: Lifestyle spending account, employer paid mental health support, education reimbursement, professional development opportunities, adoption assistance, parental leave, and employee assistance programs.
