Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Omega Technical Services is seeking an experienced Applied Mechanics Engineer to support the design and analysis of a novel advanced nuclear reactor. The role performs structural, mechanical, thermomechanical, seismic, and soil-structure interaction analyses; develops engineering models and documentation; and provides technical leadership, design support, and safety analysis expertise.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers supporting the design of a novel advanced reactor
- Perform thermomechanical analyses of reactor internals, including high-temperature graphite and other advanced or exotic materials
- Perform engineering analyses in accordance with the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code
- Conduct seismic evaluations using ASCE 7 and other applicable codes and standards
- Develop physics-based mathematical models of mechanical, chemical, or electrical systems to support and verify engineering designs
- Perform structural mechanics evaluations and analyses of structures, systems, and components under normal operating conditions, natural phenomena hazards, and accident conditions
- Perform linear and nonlinear seismic soil-structure interaction analyses, site-response analyses, and advanced nonlinear structural evaluations
- Develop models and calculations to evaluate the response of nuclear facilities and systems to seismic ground motion
- Support safety analyses by simulating postulated accidents and evaluating their structural and mechanical consequences
- Assist design teams with alternatives analyses, equipment selection and sizing, vendor evaluations, equipment summaries, specifications, drawings, supporting calculations, and engineering design files
- Document designs through controlled and approved models, drawings, specifications, design descriptions, calculations, and technical reports
- Verify that designs conform to established requirements and applicable codes and standards
- Prepare engineering analyses and documentation in accordance with approved engineering processes and quality requirements
- Apply ASME, ASCE, and other mechanical and structural codes in relation to U.S. Department of Energy requirements for safety-class systems
- Provide technical leadership, peer reviews, engineering checks, and consultation to other engineers
- Serve as a primary author of professional technical reports, calculations, and presentations
- Advise management within assigned areas of technical expertise and represent the organization in technical discussions with project stakeholders
- Support organizational business-planning and development activities when requested
- Work independently and collaboratively while maintaining positive and professional relationships under demanding schedules and deadlines
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Lead Reactor Project Engineer
Skills
- Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or a directly related field from an ABET-accredited program, plus at least eight years of relevant professional experience; or Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or a directly related field from an ABET-accredited program, plus at least six years of relevant professional experience
- Advanced knowledge of structural dynamics and seismic analysis
- Experience with linear and nonlinear seismic soil-structure interaction analysis
- Experience performing site-response analyses
- Knowledge of advanced seismic probabilistic risk assessment methodologies
- Knowledge of nuclear systems and advanced reactor technologies
- Knowledge of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code
- Knowledge of ASCE standards and other applicable mechanical and structural codes
- Knowledge of engineering design techniques, tools, and principles used to produce technical plans, drawings, blueprints, models, and calculations
- Ability to apply engineering principles, methods, procedures, and analytical tools to complex technical problems
- Ability to develop technically sound conclusions by evaluating and combining information from multiple sources
- Ability to identify existing and potential engineering problems
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to technical and nontechnical audiences
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to provide constructive technical input while maintaining professionalism under pressure and tight deadlines
- Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen
- Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Security Clearance
- Must be available to travel to the Materials and Fuels Complex as required
- Experience applying ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section III, Division 5
- Experience performing thermomechanical analyses of high-temperature graphite or other advanced reactor materials
- Experience supporting advanced nuclear reactor design or analysis
- Experience performing seismic evaluations in accordance with ASCE 7
- Experience supporting safety-class systems within a U.S. Department of Energy environment
- Experience developing advanced seismic probabilistic risk assessment methods
- Previous DOE/NNSA work experience
- Possession of an active DOE/DoD clearance within the past two (2) years is preferred
Benefits
- Remote work arrangement
- Medical insurance, based on eligibility requirements
- Dental insurance, based on eligibility requirements
- Vision insurance, based on eligibility requirements
- Short-term disability insurance, based on eligibility requirements
- Long-term disability insurance, based on eligibility requirements
- 401(k) with a company match, based on eligibility requirements
- AD&D insurance, based on eligibility requirements
- Paid time off, based on eligibility requirements
- Holiday pay, based on eligibility requirements
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