[Hiring] Mechanical Engineer 4 @NuScale Power, LLC

Role Description

Reporting to the Manager, NSSS Piping and Integration, this position performs design and analysis of the Nuclear Steam Supply System (NSSS) pipe systems in accordance with ASME BPVC Section III and applicable regulatory requirements. This position is part of the NSSS design engineering organization that generates technical requirements and associated design parameters for the modular advanced light water reactor (ALWR) NSSS.

Utilizing proven state-of-the-art methodologies, NSSS components are engineered to nuclear industry standards. All work within the NSSS design organization is completed under ASME NQA-1 quality assurance requirements and respective U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission guidelines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs complex piping design and stress analysis of ASME BPVC Section III Class 1, 2, and 3 piping systems using the Bentley AutoPIPE computer program.
• Performs piping design and stress analysis of ASME BPVC Section III Class 1, 2, and 3 piping components using the ANSYS computer program.
• Performs pipe support design and stress analysis of ASME BPVC Section III NF supports using hand calculations or ANSYS computer program.
• Provides oversight and mentoring to early career engineers in the area of piping stress analysis and/or pipe support analysis.
• Performs static and dynamic analysis including response spectrum and time history analysis to calculate stresses due to deadweight, thermal expansion, thermal gradients, seismic events, and fluid transients.
• Prepare and review engineering specifications, drawings, CAD models, and other documentation that communicate the design and technical aspects of piping components associated with NSSS systems.
• Leads the evaluation of design solutions (piping re-route, reconfigurations of supports, etc.) which satisfy piping stress criteria.
• Works on complex tasks in multiple and diverse areas.
• Interprets scope and project requirements.
• Acquires, maintains and develops training qualifications.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

• Problem solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and reviews information appropriately.
• Oral/written communication: Listens carefully and speaks clearly and professionally in all situations.
• Ability to develop strong interpersonal networks within the organization.
• Planning/organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities, organizes personal and project timelines and deadlines.
• Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands.
• Dependability: Consistently on time and at work, responds to management expectations.
• Team Building: Capable of developing strong interpersonal networks and trust within the organization.
• Safety Culture: Adheres to the NuScale Safety culture and is expected to model safe behavior.
• Quality Assurance: Demonstrates understanding and implementation of quality assurance regulations, standards, and guidelines.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a B.S. degree in Engineering, preferably Nuclear or Mechanical Engineering, from a four-year ABET accredited college or university is required.
• Advanced degree is preferred.
• PE License in Mechanical or Nuclear Engineering is desirable.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8+ years of highly relevant, full-time engineering experience is required.
• Expert level of knowledge in one or more of the following areas:
• Experience with design and stress analysis of ASME BPVC Section III piping systems.
• Experience with the Bentley AutoPIPE computer code is desirable.
• Experience with design and stress analysis of ASME BPVC Section III piping components using ANSYS computer program.
• Experience with ASME Section III NF (preferred).
• Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.

Physical Demands

• Ability to understand and communicate clearly using a phone, personal interaction, and computers.
• Ability to learn new job functions and comprehend new concepts quickly.
• The employee frequently is required to sit and stand; walk; bend, use hands to operate office equipment; and reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to travel nationally and locally using common forms of transportation.

Pay and Benefits

• The target pay range for this position is $127,104 - $153,401 annually.
• The full pay range is $113,955 – $178,237 annually.
• At NuScale, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, full-time working experience, education and training, equity within the department.