Piping Stress Engineer 1 (Entry-Level) - Nuclear (January 2027)
The Piping Stress Engineer 1 is an entry-level role focused on supporting nuclear piping system evaluations and engineering design projects under close supervision. The position involves performing engineering calculations, data collection, and applying industry codes to ensure the integrity and safety of piping systems in nuclear power applications. This role offers professional growth opportunities within a leading nuclear engineering firm committed to clean energy innovation.
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What You’ll Do
This entry-level Piping Stress Engineer role supports nuclear piping engineering and analysis work under close supervision. Typical responsibilities include:
- Support evaluations for piping systems in accordance with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, ASME B31.1, ASME B31.7 and other applicable codes.
- Participate in vibration monitoring and analysis to assess operational vibration issues and recommend prevention/mitigation approaches.
- Assist with hydraulic transient evaluations, thermal stratification assessments, operability evaluations, and hydrodynamic load qualification.
- Support pipe rupture evaluations, pipe wall-thinning assessments (FAC/MIC), and pipe flaw evaluations.
- Gather data, prepare simple calculations, and produce basic system/structural designs under supervision.
- Compile data for specifications, bid tabulations, reports and studies.
- Communicate technical findings clearly to project team members and supervisors.
- Apply accepted standards, processes and engineering judgement while completing assigned tasks on schedule.
- Develop technical competence through mentoring, training and on-the-job experience.
Location & Employment Type
- Location: Chicago, IL (onsite or as specified by the client)
- Employment type: Full-time (Contractor engagement possible per posting)
- Target start date: Early 2027
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Aerospace, or Structural/Civil Engineering with emphasis on solid mechanics, structural analysis, theory of elasticity, metallurgy, and/or finite element analysis.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to work under supervision and learn practical engineering applications.
Preferred / Valued Qualifications
- Degree from an ABET-accredited program.
- Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and designation as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT).
- Prior internship or co-op experience in piping, structural or stress analysis.
- Familiarity with AutoPIPE and PIPESTRESS or similar piping stress analysis tools.
- Interest or experience with automation, data tools, or programming is a plus (not required).
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range (posted): $62,998 - $90,586 per year.
- Comprehensive benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), paid vacation, paid holidays, parental leave, tuition assistance, and other programs depending on eligibility.
- Compensation disclosure: this range is provided to comply with applicable pay transparency regulations.
Work Authorization
- This position does not offer U.S. work-authorization sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. at the time of hire.
About the Role’s Industry
This position is in the Engineering industry supporting nuclear power projects — design, analysis, and licensing work related to new builds, life extension, and modernization of nuclear systems.
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