Transnuclear - Mechanical/Structural Engineer II

Job description

The AREVA Back End Business Group :

The Back End Business Group offers end-of-cycle management solutions for used fuel : recycling, logistics, clean-up and site rehabilitation. Working in Europe and North America, this Business Group implements technology that meets the group's commitments to sustainable development.

AREVA TN:

AREVA TN, a subsidiary of AREVA is a leader of the American nuclear dry storage market. The company offers a complete line of products and related services to the transportation, storage, and engineering sectors operating in the fuel cycle materials market.

Job Description:

AREVA TN is seeking a Mechanical/Structural Engineer II for our Columbia, MD office .

Under moderate direction , the qualified candidate will perform mechanical or mechanical dynamics analysis to support the application for a license from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). Interface with designers, project engineers and other analytical disciplines (Nuclear, thermal, etc.) to ensure the structural integrity of the design .

Additional responsibilities will include the following:
· Conducting finite element analysis on systems and components using either commercial software tools such as ANSYS/LSDYNA or by hand calculations using classical stress analysis. Types of analyses required are linear and non-linear structural analysis, rigid body dynamics, modes and frequencies.
· Provide design solutions and verification methods.
· Participate in team meetings, technical reviews, design reviews, peer reviews and problem solving meetings.
· Produce structural analysis reports and prepare related sections of the Safety Analysis Report (SAR).
· Provide technical guidance to junior structural analysts .

Desired profile

Qualifications :

All candidates must meet the following minimum requirements in order to be considered for this opportunity. Candidates who exceed minimum qualifications may be considered for a higher level position:
·  BS in Engineering (Civil or equivalent) plus 2-3 years of related engineering work experience. A Master's degree may be substituted for 1-2 years of related work experience.
·  Finite element analysis experience
·  Mechanical aptitude and experience
·  A demonstrated background where quick thinking and problem solving plays a critical role
·  Excellent organization, planning and priority setting skills
·  Ability to communicate well with regulatory authority and customers
·  Candidates who exceed minimum qualifications may be considered for a higher level position.

The fol lowing requirements are desired and will be used to differentiate all candidates who apply for this position.

·  Master's Degree in Engineering
·  Working knowledge of ASME Section III pressure vessel design or equivalent code
·  Familiarity with ANSYS, LSDYNA, or equivalent codes