Piping Stress Engineer 1 (Entry-Level) - Nuclear
The Piping Stress Engineer 1 role at Confidential Client involves supporting nuclear piping system evaluations and engineering design projects under close supervision. The position focuses on applying engineering principles to perform calculations, data collection, and simple structural designs while gaining familiarity with industry codes and standards. This entry-level role offers professional growth opportunities within a leading nuclear engineering firm committed to innovation and clean energy solutions.
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Overview
Confidential Client seeks an entry-level Piping Stress Engineer to support nuclear piping engineering and analysis work. This role is focused on learning and applying piping-stress engineering fundamentals under supervision, performing calculations and supporting technical evaluations that follow ASME codes and plant-specific requirements.
What You’ll Do
- Learn and apply piping stress and structural analysis principles under close supervision
- Support piping system evaluations to ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code and ASME B31.1 / B31.7 where applicable
- Gather field and drawing data, prepare basic calculations and documentation
- Assist with simple piping/system designs and prepare specification inputs
- Support reports, bid tabulations, and technical studies
- Communicate technical results clearly to project team members and supervisors
- Follow established standards, processes, and project schedules to complete assignments on time
- Develop technical skills and professional capabilities through on-the-job experience
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Aerospace, or Structural/Civil Engineering with emphasis in solid mechanics, structural analysis, theory of elasticity, metallurgy, or finite element analysis
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency with MS Office applications
- Demonstrated willingness to learn and follow engineering standards and processes
Preferred / Nice-to-Have
- Degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program
- Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam completion and/or Engineer-in-Training designation
- Prior internship or co-op experience in piping, structural, or mechanical engineering
- Familiarity with AutoPIPE and/or PIPESTRESS software
- Interest or experience with vibration analysis, hydraulic transient evaluation, FAC/MIC assessments, or finite element methods
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $62,998 - $90,586 per year (range disclosed by Confidential Client)
- Employment type: Full-time (Contract)
- Competitive healthcare (medical, dental, vision), life & accident insurance, disability coverage
- 401(k), tuition assistance, professional licensure bonus, employee referral bonus
- Paid personal/sick time, paid vacation, paid holidays, parental leave, flexible work arrangements
- Additional programs: EAP, FSA/HSA, commuter benefits, employee discounts
Additional Details
- Location: Wilmington, DE
- This role supports nuclear power group activities and may involve project work tied to nuclear plant design, analysis, and licensing efforts.
- Confidential Client does not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
- Use of technology (automation, data tools, AI) may be part of the role; employees are accountable for their work and use professional judgment when using technology-assisted tools.
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