[Hiring] Structural/Mechanical Analysis Engineer @Omega Technical Services

Role Description

Omega Technical Services is seeking a highly motivated [job title] to support ongoing operations in [location city, state]. This position is contingent upon contract award and/or project funding. Candidates may be identified, screened, and submitted prior to award. Employment offers and start dates are dependent upon successful contract award, funding authorization, and client approval.

• Provides 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.

Qualifications

• Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a drug and breath alcohol test, along with a Motor Vehicle Record check.
• Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Security Clearance.
• Working knowledge of ASME BPVC Section III, Division 5 (or demonstrated transferable experience in Section III Division 1 or Section VIII with elevated-temperature exposure).
• 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 Materials and Fuels Complex (MFC) as required.

Requirements

• Must possess a 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 must be from an ABET-accredited program.

Preferred Qualifications

• Possession of an active DOE/DoD clearance within the past two (2) years is preferred.
• Previous DOE/NNSA work experience.
• 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.

Work Schedule

• A 40 hour work week is scheduled.
• Client utilizes various work schedules including 5/8s (8 hour/day; five days per week), 4/10’s (10 hours/day; four days per week), and 9/80’s (9 hours/day, five days on week AA and four days on week BB).
• Work week excludes Client holidays.
• Each workday has a 30-minute lunch.
• Overtime will be expected at times to meet deliverables and will be utilized at the discretion of the Manager.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Short and long term disability insurance.
• 401(k) with a company match.
• AD&D insurance.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Omega Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.