The Senior Mechanical Analysis Engineer is responsible for the delivery of high-quality engineering analyses
Develop creative solutions and reduce analysis complexity to create accurate and effective solutions for complex engineering problems
Analyze primary plant structures to develop loads and response characteristics
Confirm Reactor Pressure Vessel (RPV) or Reactor Internals components meet structural stress and fatigue criteria
Qualify RPV or Reactor Internals repairs or replacement components considering static, dynamic, thermal, and flow-induced loads
Evaluate static, dynamic, thermal, and vibrations loads to determine loads on reactor systems and internals components
Perform linear and non-linear structural evaluation to ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel code stress and fatigue qualification criteria
Translate design information into detailed finite element models of BWR primary structures and equipment using Finite Element methods and GE in-house computer codes
Engage customers to define scope, review results, and discuss technical risks
Work with the technical leader to establish an effective work plan, including time estimates, schedule estimates, requirements, and work processes
Identify and manage project execution risk
Provide clear and complete analysis documentation in accordance with GE engineering procedures
Communicate effectively to leadership the status of work activities
Manage time effectively to provide quality deliverables within the expected project timeline
Coach and mentor less experienced engineers to increase overall knowledge while assuring a successful outcome
Requirements
Minimum Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline from an accredited college or University
Minimum of 8 years applicable experience performing mechanical analysis
Strong knowledge of mechanical analysis fundamentals – stress analysis, heat transfer, non-linear systems, vibrations, fatigue, fracture mechanics, and drafting practices
Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives and effectively facilitate meetings
Experience using static, transient, and dynamic simulations to model complex structures
Experience coaching and mentoring less experienced engineers
Working knowledge of the ASME Section III and XI Codes
Demonstrated ability to model using ANSYS and APDL
Working knowledge of scripting tools such as PROCD, Python, VBA, etc.
Benefits
Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Access to a Health Coach
24/7 nurse-based resource
Access to Employee Assistance Program providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services
Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and retirement contributions
Access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid time-off for vacation or illness
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
mechanical analysisstress analysisheat transfernon-linear systemsvibrationsfatiguefracture mechanicsfinite element methodsstatic simulationsdynamic simulations