Mechanical Engineer 3 (NSSS Component Engineering Analysis)

NuScale Power is a company focused on generating technical requirements for nuclear systems. The Mechanical Engineer 3 will perform design and stress analyses of NSSS components, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Performs and documents evaluations of components to the rules and requirements of Section III of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code including but not limited to analysis of components for pressure, mechanical/thermal loadings including Primary Stress, Primary plus Secondary stress intensity range, and Fatigue. Utilizes the results from these evaluations to optimize component(s) design
• Direct experience with ANSYS finite element software and CAD packages
• Interprets scope and project requirements
• Acquires, maintains and develops training qualifications
• Interacts with co-workers and other disciplines to promote effective coordination of design activities and resolution of technical problems. Individuals should be interested in acquiring general knowledge of principles and practices of related fields in order to function on multi-disciplinary teams
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• A minimum of a B.S. degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical Engineering, from a four year ABET accredited college or university is required
• Minimum of 6 years of full-time relevant working experience is required
• Candidates must have experience utilizing ANSYS to perform stress analysis in accordance with Section III of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Subsections NB, NG, and/or NF
• Eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810
• Performs and documents evaluations of components to the rules and requirements of Section III of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code including but not limited to analysis of components for pressure, mechanical/thermal loadings including Primary Stress, Primary plus Secondary stress intensity range, and Fatigue
• Direct experience with ANSYS finite element software and CAD packages
• Interprets scope and project requirements
• Acquires, maintains and develops training qualifications
• Interacts with co-workers and other disciplines to promote effective coordination of design activities and resolution of technical problems
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and reviews information appropriately
• Listens carefully and speaks clearly and professionally in all situations
• Edits work for accuracy and clarity, is able to create, read and interpret complex written information
• Prioritizes and plans work activities, organizes personal and project timelines and deadlines, tracks project timelines and deadlines, and uses time efficiently
• Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent interruptions, changes, delays, or unexpected events
• Consistently on time and at work, responds to management expectations and solicits feedback to improve performance
• Capable of developing strong interpersonal networks and trust within the organization
• Adheres to the NuScale Safety culture and is expected to model safe behavior and influence peers to meet high standards
• Commits to the understanding and implementation of quality assurance regulations, standards and guidelines of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and ASME NQA-1
• An advanced degree is preferred
• A professional engineer (P.E.) certification is preferred
• Additional experience in seismic/dynamic analysis
• Computer programming skills (e.g., ANSYS APDL, Matlab, Python)