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Structural Mechanics Advisory Engineer
- Job Title
- Structural Mechanics Advisory Engineer
- Job ID
- 27746545
- Location
- Aiken, SC, 29801
- Other Location
- Description
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OVERVIEW
Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Advisory Engineer - Structural Mechanics to contribute to our mission supporting our work at SRNS in Aiken, SC.
L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts.
L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family.
POSITION DESCRIPTIONInitiate own technical programs and make recommendations to management on technical programs based on analysis of customer needs and technology trends, reach solutions to the most complex technical problems in field(s) of expertise and to influence solutions in neighboring disciplines.
Apply technical experience in field of specialization or broad-based experience in multiple technical fields and use other technical resources in the company and external resources, to resolve complex problems. Incorporate advanced technical practices and a variety of complex features such as complicated technical requirements, application of new or special materials or processes and difficult coordination or oversight requirements into problem solving and program planning.
Provide leadership in determining solutions to complex problems and is recognized as having expertise in a functional area of technical specialization.
Recommend research programs for others in group and assist in that planning.
Develop solutions to the most complex technical problems in areas of expertise and in adjacent technical fields, influence technical direction of other parts of the department, acts as a technical communicator across disciplines to optimize the creative solution of technical problems.
Conceive needed programs for self and for others in the department.
Put needs in perspective with regard to other technical needs at SRNS.
Sponsor new ideas in the department Prepare plans including schedules, budgets, and personnel requirements for solving major technical tasks for division.
Develop schedules, monitor progress, monitor expenditures of budget and review quality of work performed.
Include research, development, testing, quality assurance requirements. Communicate results verbally and in manuscripts form. Regularly report the results and represent SRNS and SRS in technical areas to oversight groups and professional societies.
Mentor less senior professionals in communication skills.
Maintain excellent technical credibility by contributing significantly toward meeting Site missions and goals which may be demonstrated by issuing reports, making presentations, and /or involvement in national technical organizations.
Mentor less senior professionals as a means of transferring technical knowledge and insight.
Recommend engineering and technology research, development and application programs for others and assist in the planning of such programs.
Demonstrate commitment to TQ concepts by active leadership leading to successful implementation of Division and Department TQ Initiatives.
Be a resource for TQ initiatives in Department and Division.
DUTIES (SPECIFIC FOR THE POSTING)
Provide Structural Mechanics subject matter expertise to Design Engineering staff. Primary responsibilities include equipment qualification (seismic analysis and testing), advanced FEA stress-strain analysis, impact analysis, dynamic loads, design of structures, systems and components, extreme load engineering (seismic, explosion analysis, impact, jet and fragment interaction and whip effects), risk-informed inspection programs, failure analysis, field support and trouble-shooting, and mechanical integrity.
Engineering services shall be provided using SRNS processes and procedures. Programmatic guidance will be provided by SRNS.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSTypically, an advance degree and experience - PhD degree and about 15 years experience, MS degree and 17 years experience, BS degree and about 21 years experience.
Position specific: BS Degree in one of the following disciplines: Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or current registration as a Professional Engineer in one of the above disciplines.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS- Ability to work in a diverse work environment,
- Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening.
- Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.
- Significant experience in pressure equipment (piping and pipeline systems, vessels, and tanks), design and analysis.
- Qualification and inspection fitness-for-service and integrity management.
- Failure analysis and repairs of systems and components in the nuclear power and the process industries, and in the DOE complex.
Desired Qualifications- Candidates who have possessed an active DOE clearance (L or Q) within the past two (2) years are preferred.
- Previous SRS Design Engineering or DOE facility experience is preferred.
PF-81 Evaluation Criteria:
• Price and Cost to Company: 20%
• Technical Acceptability: 70%
• Availability & Qualifications of Personnel: 10%
Duration of the Contract: 1 year, 2 option periods.
Estimated Hours Per Year: 2080 ST/ 200 OT
Work Schedule: Mon-Thurs 600am-0430pm
Onsite or Remote? Local candidates or willing to relocate at the candidate's expense. 100% onsite to start with the option to work hybrid based on business need/approval.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more.
L&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.