Fracture Mechanics Engineer
$100,000–$110,000 year
On-siteCranberry Township, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Conduct structural and fracture analyses for commercial nuclear energy using finite element methods and hand calculations to evaluate weld residual stresses, calculate crack growth life, and determine critical crack sizes. Independently perform non-standard engineering assignments in design, development, and field problem resolution while ensuring compliance with government regulations and industry standards. Apply technical judgment to adapt procedures for complex plant conditions and contribute to outage services, repair evaluations, and technical justifications for operating plants. Maintain a safety mindset and provide suggestions for process improvements within a multidisciplinary team environment.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Materials Science
- Dependent on the position, degrees in Physics, Engineering Technology and Engineering Science may also be accepted
- Minimum of 3 years of related experience
- Knowledge of related engineering standards, techniques and criteria
- Ability to develop and maintain good interpersonal relationships; work collaboratively within a team environment
- Good problem identification and problem resolution skills
- Displays informal leadership characteristics
- Exhibits questioning attitude and practices self-checking
- Relevant experience or academic background in fracture mechanics, structural integrity, stress analysis, fatigue, materials engineering, or nuclear engineering
- Strong foundation in engineering fundamentals related to stress analysis, fracture mechanics, materials behavior, and structural performance
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, technically sound documentation
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team
- Attention to detail and the ability to apply sound engineering judgment in a technically rigorous environment
- Interest in continued technical development in fracture mechanics, structural integrity, and nuclear plant applications
- Offers are contingent on background check and drug screen (where applicable)
- Applicants must meet eligibility requirements (see DOE 810 Appendix A)
Desired Qualifications
- Preferred skills include: Fundamental knowledge of elasticity, plasticity, and failure in metallic materials
- Preferred skills include: Fundamental knowledge of crack growth models and crack growth cases
- Preferred skills include: Knowledge of low and high cycle fatigue and fracture mechanics theory and application
- Familiarity with engineering codes and standards, particularly ASME B&PV Code Section XI, and with analytical methods used in the nuclear industry is preferred
- Knowledge of ANSYS is desired
- experience with ABAQUS is an asset
- Experience with analytical and numerical tools such as finite element analysis software, MathCAD, Python, or Excel-based engineering calculations is desirable
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