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Core Component Stress Analysis Engineer
15800 Northup Way Bellevue, WA 98008 US
Job Description
Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting *REMOTE* contract Core Component Stress Analysis Engineer opportunity.
Job Responsibilities:
- Perform stress analysis for Reactor Core Assemblies using FEA and hand calculations.
- Present analysis results to internal and external stakeholders.
- Interface with the Core Component Design team’s engineering design activities.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary Engineering and Project Teams on requirements and inputs.
- Support continuous learning and application of nuclear industry best practices to maintain the highest quality of engineering design, and proactively identify process change/enhancement opportunities.
Job Qualifications:
- Education: B.S. degree in Mechanical engineering or equivalent preferred.
- Minimum of ten years of structural analysis experience; relevant M.S. and Doctorate degrees may be credited for up to two and four years of experience, respectively.
- Experience in using FEA to perform nonlinear analyses with emphasis on ANSYS or ABAQUS.
- Experience with first-principles calculations and use of references for closed form approximations (Shigley’s, Roark’s, etc.).
- Experience in scripting languages such as APDL or Python.
- Familiarity with standalone CAD packages, SolidWorks preferred.
- Working experience with design codes such as the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) Section III, Division I, Section III, Division V, Section VIII, Division II, and API 579-1/ASME FFS-1.
- Excellent writing and communication skills.
- The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect, and a desire to foster teamwork.
- Strong analytical/problem-solving skills, creative thinker.
- Ability to work with minimum direction to solve challenging problems.
- Ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently during a given work week.
- Experienced with the rules of ASME Boiler Pressure Vessel Code Section III, Division 5.
- Experienced with ANSYS in combination with APDL.
- Experienced with ABAQUS.
- Experience using nonlinear material models, contact pairing, Elastic Perfectly Plastic (EPP) analysis, fatigue analysis, creep analysis, creep-fatigue analysis, brittle fracture analysis, and buckling analysis.
- Experienced with hand calculations with profiency in MathCad.
- Previous experience in the nuclear industry, with an emphasis on core assemblies.
- Familiar with irradiation effects on austenitic and martensitic stainless steel alloys.
- Excellent calculation report writing and verification skills.
Job Details:
- Job Type: Contract
- Pay Rate Range: $84-$110/hr.
- Location: 100% Remote Acceptable
- Export control regulations require candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Legal Permanent Resident, or of a protected person status
Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.
About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.
Meet Your Recruiter
Anna Bauer
I have been in technical staffing since 2020, joining Protingent in 2024. I specialize in Aerospace and Emerging Technology.
My work is about connecting talented individuals with exciting job opportunities that match their skills and ignite their enthusiasm. What makes me different? I believe in a personal approach. I take the time to get to know the people I work with, understanding their goals and what they seek in their next role. Every job match is about meeting requirements and fulfilling career aspirations.
Looking beyond immediate needs to hire candidates who show potential for growth and advancement within the company while ensuring a positive experience for candidates throughout the recruiting process to attract top talent and maintain a good reputation. I love recruiting because it allows me to impact people’s lives positively.
I want candidates to know three things about myself: Firstly, I'm deeply passionate about fostering a culture of empathy and collaboration. In my career, I have found immense fulfillment in understanding others' perspectives and supporting team members through challenges. Beyond work, I cherish spending time outdoors, hiking in the mountains, or kayaking on a peaceful lake. Nature fuels my creativity and provides a grounding balance to my professional life. Additionally, I strongly believe in the importance of routines for maintaining productivity and well-being. Establishing daily habits helps me stay organized and focused, whether diving into a complex project or enjoying downtime with family and friends.