Senior Engineering, Stress Analyst
BWX Technologies
- Cambridge, ON
- $86,000-132,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Perform numerical analysis and design qualification of nuclear components using finite element analysis or classical closed-form solutions which would include:
- Structural analysis
- Transient thermal analysis
- Heat-transfer analysis
- Response spectrum and time-history seismic analysis
- Provide input and support to Project Engineering including:
- Input to set the design
- Preparation of calculations and reports to qualify the final design
- Evaluating non-conformances as required
- Responsible to demonstrate acceptance to the criteria of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code and the Customer's specification.
- Minimum Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or civil engineering or associated fields with strong background in solid mechanics and/or fluid mechanics and heat transfer.
- Experience with finite element analysis.
- Experience using general purpose FE codes such as ANSYS, ABAQUS and numerical packages such as MathCAD or Matlab.
- Knowledge of nuclear plant functions and ASME BPV Code would be an asset.
- Knowledge of CSA S16 or equivalent structural codes would be an asset.
- Proven problem solving and organizational skills and ability to develop effective working relationships.
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
- Ideally 10-15+ years of experience and open to intermediate level with 7+ years.
- P.Eng or interest in obtaining same would be an asset.
- Work within the growing and exciting nuclear industry as well as with highly skilled employees!
- Competitive salaries
- Employer-paid pension plan
- Profit sharing plan
- Bonus plan
- Competitive Health and Dental benefits
- Educational Refund Program
- Life insurance… and so much more!