Pipe Stress, Hydraulic & CFD Engineer

Dynamic Systems

$80K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in pipe stress analysis, piping engineering, hydraulic analysis, or related industrial engineering work.
  • Working knowledge of ASME B31.1 and ASME B31.3 piping codes.
  • Experience with CAESAR II, AutoPIPE, ROHR2, or equivalent software.
  • Experience with PIPE-FLO, or equivalent hydraulic modeling software.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Perform pipe stress analysis and flexibility evaluations using relevant software.
  • Conduct hydraulic modeling and flow analysis using PIPE-FLO.
  • Analyze pressure drop, flow distribution, and control valve performance.
  • Evaluate piping systems for various loads and environmental effects.
  • Assess equipment nozzle loads and develop support recommendations.
  • Support or perform Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analyses as needed.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to achieve project goals.
  • Prepare engineering calculations and detailed technical documentation.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for significant professional growth and advancement.
  • Access to a range of projects combining emerging talent and leadership.
  • Possibility for mentorship from experienced technical leaders.
  • Collaboration within a multidisciplinary engineering team.
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Position Description

Position Summary

Dynamic Systems (DSI), LLC is seeking a Pipe Stress, Hydraulic & CFD Engineer to support the design, analysis, and optimization of industrial process piping systems. This role combines pipe stress analysis, hydraulic system modeling, and process system engineering to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of fluid and gas distribution systems. We are actively seeking both early-career engineers with approximately 2+ years of relevant experience and experienced technical leaders with 10+ years of expertise. Candidates at all qualified experience levels are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities
• Perform pipe stress analysis and flexibility evaluations using CAESAR II, AutoPIPE, ROHR2, or equivalent software.
• Perform hydraulic modeling and flow analysis using PIPE-FLO.
• Analyze pressure drop, flow distribution, control valve performance, pump sizing, and system operating conditions.
• Evaluate piping systems for thermal expansion, sustained loads, occasional loads, vibration, wind, and seismic effects.
• Evaluate equipment nozzle loads and develop support recommendations.
• Perform or support Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analyses when required.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications, and design recommendations.

Position Requirements

Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in pipe stress analysis, piping engineering, hydraulic analysis, or related industrial engineering work.
• Working knowledge of ASME B31.1 and ASME B31.3 piping codes.
• Experience with CAESAR II, AutoPIPE, ROHR2, or equivalent pipe stress analysis software.
• Experience with PIPE-FLO, or equivalent hydraulic modeling software.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications
• 5 to 10+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred. Compensation for PE-qualified candidates is reflected within the stated salary range.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) actively pursuing PE licensure.
• Experience using PIPE-FLO for hydraulic and fluid system analysis.
• Experience with Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) modeling and analysis.
• Experience performing pump system evaluations, pressure drop calculations, and flow balancing studies.
• Experience with AutoCAD Plant 3D, CADWorx, Revit, or similar BIM platforms.
• Experience Programming large greenfield projects.

Who Should Apply

Whether you are an engineer with 2+ years of experience looking to grow your technical capabilities or a seasoned engineer capable of serving as a technical lead, DSI encourages you to apply. We are building a corporate engineering department that combines emerging talent with experienced technical leadership and offers significant opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

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