Piping Analysis Engineering Consultant

Remote
Full Time
Analytical Services/Vessels Internals
Mid Level
Description:
Structural Integrity Associates, Inc. (SIA) seeks a Piping Analysis Engineering Consultant with a strong foundation in the design, analysis, and evaluation of ASME Section III Class I piping systems. The successful candidate will perform and review piping stress and fatigue analyses supporting operating plant assessments, license renewal, uprate, and advanced reactor design and startup programs.

This position supports SIA’s Nuclear Business Unit, contributing to projects involving thermal fatigue, vibration, seismic qualification, and fitness-for-service of piping and components. The ideal candidate is analytically strong, detail-oriented, and eager to learn from industry leaders who helped write the ASME Code methods used today.

Primary Responsibilities:
  • Perform piping stress analyses per ASME Section III (subsections NB, NC/ND and NF) and related codes using commercial tools (e.g., PIPESTRESS, AutoPIPE, CAESAR II, ME101, or ANSYS**).
  • Conduct analyses for thermal, seismic, vibration, and dynamic loads in nuclear and fossil applications.
  • Support evaluations related to thermal stratification, vibration, and fatigue life of piping systems.
  • Develop calculation packages, design reports, and engineering justifications for system modifications or continued operation.
  • Participate in failure evaluations, wall-thinning assessments, and fitness-for-service (FFS) analyses for degraded piping.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (materials, chemistry, FEA, vibration, etc.) to provide integrated solutions.
  • Prepare technical documentation, participate in client meetings, and support proposal efforts for new work.
  • Contribute to development of internal tools, process improvements (small automation scripts to streamline analyses), and best-practice guides for piping integrity.

Required Skills/Qualifications:
  • B.S. in Mechanical or Civil Engineering (M.S. preferred).
  • 3–8 years of experience performing piping analysis in a power generation or industrial environment.
  • Working knowledge of ASME Section III (Class 1) or B31.1 Power Piping design rules.
  • Proficiency with commercial analysis software (e.g., PIPESTRESS, AutoPIPE, CAESAR II, ANSYS) and ability to interpret complex results.
  • Understanding of piping support design, vibration diagnostics, and thermal transients.
  • Strong communication and technical writing skills.
  • Ability to work independently and in cross-disciplinary project teams.
  • U.S. citizenship or permanent residency required for certain nuclear projects..

Desired Skills/Qualifications:
  • Experience supporting license renewal (LR/SLR) or power uprate programs.
  • High Temperature Piping Analysis (e.g., >800◦F)
  • Familiarity with fracture mechanics, fatigue monitoring, or thermal stratification analysis.
  • Exposure to vibration field testing or flow-induced vibration diagnostics.
  • Understanding of fitness-for-service methodologies per API 579-1/ASME FFS-1.
  • Working knowledge of nuclear QA programs (10CFR50 Appendix B) and industry standards (EPRI, ASME, WRC).

Pay Range:
The expected salary range for this role is $113,670 - $184,560 in San Jose, CA; $96,930 - $156,120 in Denver, CO; and $89,010 - $145,320 in Charlotte, NC. Exact pay will be commensurate with experience.

Export Control Notice:
Certain positions at SIA may require access to information and technology which is subject to Export Administration Regulations 15 CFR 730-774, including those of the US Department of Energy (DOE) in 10 CFR 810 and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) 10 CFR Part 110. Hiring decisions for such positions must comply with these regulations and may result in SIA limiting its consideration of foreign nationals who are citizens of countries that are not on the DOE’s Generally Authorized Destinations List: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-10/chapter-III/part-810/appendix-Appendix%20A%20to%20Part%20810.

About Us:
SIA is an engineering consulting firm serving various industries including Nuclear Power, Energy Services, Pipeline Integrity, and Critical Infrastructure. Join a team of internationally recognized experts in a culture based on knowledge, excellence, and respect for one another. Our employees are members of a distinct community of internationally respected professionals committed to quality, engineering innovation and a shared goal of building a safer world.

Why Work at SIA?
SIA offers a competitive salary and performance-based bonus program. Our retirement benefits include a Traditional 401k, Roth 401k, and an employer match. To help employees maintain a work-life balance, SIA also offers various paid time off including vacation, floating holidays, sick time, and parental leave.

Our employees also enjoy a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life Insurance and AD&D
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Health Savings Account with employer contribution
  • Flexible Spending Account for health care and dependent care
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