Piping Stress Engineering Intern; Summer

Piping Engineering & Analysis Synopsis

The Piping Engineering & Analysis discipline performs evaluations for piping systems in accordance with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, ASME B31.1, ASME B31.7, and other codes as applicable to the specific evaluation being performed. The Piping Engineering & Analysis discipline also performs the following specialty topics:

• Vibration monitoring and analysis to evaluate system operational vibrations associated with plant modifications and operating events, and to provide vibration prevention and mitigation solutions and designs.
• Evaluation of hydraulic transients, evaluation of piping systems for thermal stratification effects, operability evaluations, and qualification of piping for hydrodynamic loads.
• Pipe rupture evaluations, evaluation of pipe wall thinning due to flow accelerated corrosion (FAC) or microbiological induced corrosion (MIC), and pipe flaw evaluations.

Internship Responsibilities

As a Pipe Stress Engineer Intern, you will be assigned to work on a project team and assist the engineering team members in the execution of their project work. These projects may involve the design of new power plants and/or modifications and upgrades to existing power plant systems, components, and structures. Working under the direction of engineers, this position may offer you the opportunity to gain experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Assist in the preparation of engineering calculations, specifications, and designs
• Perform quality reviews of engineering calculations, specifications, and designs
• Assist in the review of design drawings and vendor drawings
• Directly apply your knowledge of materials, stress analysis, statics, and vibrations

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

• Must be actively enrolled in a BS or MS with a major in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Civil Engineering with a strong academic background and an interest in the behavior of materials, stress analysis, statics, and vibrations
• Proficiency with MS Office applications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Valued but not required skills and experience:

• Previous internship or co‑op experience in an engineering office
• Knowledge of any of the following software:
  MathCAD, AutoPIPE, Pipe Stress, or ANSYS
• Enrollment in an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program

Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work. We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role.

Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology‑assisted tools. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well‑being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work‑life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award‑winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has…