Contractor - Mechanical Engineer ; NSSS Vessels & Structures

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This is a 40 hour/week contract position anticipated to last through all of 2026 and potential into 2027. Work may be performed remotely within the contiguous United States, with travel as required for business needs.

The Nuclear Steam Supply System (NSSS)
Component Engineering organization 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. The person in this position performs design and stress analyses of pressure vessel sand/orprimary equipment supportsin accordance with ASME BPVC Section III and applicable regulatory requirements. All work within the NSSSComponent Engineering organization is completed under ASME NQA-1 quality assurance requirements and respective U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission guidelines.

• Possesses excellent knowledge in functional discipline and its practical application and has detailed knowledge of applicable industry codes, standards and regulations.
• 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.
• Significant experience with ANSYS finite element software and CAD packages.
• Interprets scope and project requirements.
• Acquires, maintains and develops training qualifications.
  
  Provides guidance and mentoring to other staff members in all areas of NSSSComponent Analysis.
• 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.
• Provides mentoring and technical direction to less experienced engineers. Serves as a technical lead for theNSSS Component Analysis Group.
• Responsible for results and engineering oversight.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Problem solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and reviews information appropriately.
  
  Develops resolutions to complex problems that require the frequent use of creativity and innovation.
  
  Uses own judgment and acts independently; seeks input from other team members as appropriate for complex or sensitive situations.
• Oral/written communication: 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.
  
  Communicates technical information effectively with management and senior customer stakeholders to coordinate cross- organizational activities and gain cooperation.
  
  Ability to develop strong interpersonal networks within the organization.
• Planning/organizing: Able to manage large projects and complete tasks with minimal oversight from leadership.
  
  Prioritizes and plans work activities, organizes personal and project timelines and deadlines, tracks,project timelines and deadlines, and uses time efficiently.
• Leadership: Often leads a cooperative effort among members of a project team with responsibility for results.
• Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent interruptions, changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Dependability: Consistently on time, responds to management expectations and solicits…