Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, and they are seeking a Mechanical Analysis and Methods Engineer. The role involves analyzing mechanical behavior of reactor cores, developing analysis methods, and automating finite element model generation.
Responsibilities
- Analyze reactor core and core component mechanical behavior using FEA (Abaqus preferred)
- Develop analysis methods for analyzing mechanical behavior of sodium fast reactor core
- Develop software using Python to automate the generation of finite element models for conducting analysis of the reactor core and core components
- Support software V&V by developing software documentation including requirements and software test reports
- Support testing for validation of mechanical codes and methods. This includes developing test requirements, acceptance testing criteria, performing pre-test predictions, post-processing test data, and working closely with test engineers to ensure the test design satisfies validation needs
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering (or equivalent) with 3+ years working experience
- Strong finite element analysis (FEA) experience, including experience with nonlinear analysis
- Expert level understanding of finite element methods and underlying theory
- Expert level understanding of fundamental solid mechanics (statics, dynamics, strength of materials)
- Coding skills
- Strong technical writing skills
- Ability to consistently deliver to an aggressive schedule
- Ability to seek out tasks and produce value aligned with team goals without waiting for next assignment
- Willingness to openly give and receive professional criticism through reviews
- The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect, and a desire to foster teamwork
- Travel Required: 0-5%
- Export control regulations require candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Legal Permanent Resident, or of a protected person status
- Abaqus preferred
- Python preferred
- Strong communication skills desired
Benefits
- Insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan)
- Education/certification reimbursement
- Pre-tax commuter benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- An administered 401k plan
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