Mechanical Engineer

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* Mechanical Engineer 4 role at NuScale Power

NOTE: This position is available for full-time remote work within the contiguous United States with travel to NuScale physical offices as needed. Preference is for candidates available to work from our Corvallis, OR office location.

POSITION SUMMARY: 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. The role 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 relevant U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission guidelines.

• 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 in accordance with the requirements of NB, NC, ND‑3600, respectively.
• Performs piping design and stress analysis of ASME BPVC Section III Class 1, 2, and 3 piping components using the ANSYS computer program in accordance with the requirements of NB‑3200 (preferred).
• Performs pipe support design and stress analysis of ASME BPVC Section III NF supports using hand calculations or the 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.
• Prepares and reviews engineering specifications, drawings, CAD models, and other documentation that communicate the design and technical aspects of piping components associated with NSSS systems; the development of drawings and CAD models is based on collaboration with drafters and requires the engineer to review models developed in Siemens NX.
• Leads the evaluation of design solutions—piping re‑route, re‑configuration 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, and performs other duties as assigned.

• Problem solving:
  Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and reviews information appropriately; uses own judgment and acts independently; seeks input when appropriate for complex or sensitive situations.
• Oral/written communication:
  Listens carefully and speaks clearly and professionally; edits work for accuracy and clarity; able to create, read, and interpret complex written information; develops strong interpersonal networks within the organization.
• Planning/organizing:
  Prioritizes and plans work activities, organizes personal and project timelines and deadlines, tracks project timelines and deadlines, and uses time efficiently.
• Adaptability:
  Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, and can deal with frequent interruptions, changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Dependability:
  Consistently on time and at work, responds to management expectations and solicits feedback to improve performance.
• Team Building:
  Capable of developing strong interpersonal networks and trust within the organization; leads consensus by involving all stakeholders, facilitating understanding of differences, agreeing on requirements and constraints, and developing the best solution.
• Safety Culture:
  Adheres to the Corporate Safety culture and is expected to model safe behavior and influence peers to meet high standards.
• Quality Assurance:
  Commits to the understanding and implementation of quality assurance regulations, standards, and guidelines of 10 CFR 50 Appendix B, 10 CFR 21, and NQA‑1.