Piping and Support Engineer - Remote

Why join us?  

It’s an exciting time at AtkinsRéalis! We are rapidly growing in the US. Our company purpose is to build a better world for our planet and its people. We recognize the importance of making sure that our clients and employees, feel this purpose every day. AtkinsRéalis is proud of our company culture that promotes, diversity, equity and inclusion. Our company ethos include collaboration through the connection of people, data and technology. We are a global firm, who leverages having employees located throughout the world, creating valuable partnerships and doing our part to make this planet and its people, thrive.  We need energetic, passionate and eager professionals like you to join our team. There has never been a better time to be a part of AtkinsRéalis! 

We are seeking a Piping and Support Engineer – Remote.   This remote position is based out of our Oak Ridge, TN office.

About Us  

AtkinsRéalis is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies. AtkinsRéalis has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years. AtkinsRéalis has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy. 

How will you contribute to the team?  

• Perform engineering work following AtkinsRéalis/Candu Energy QA programs, and applicable codes, standards, and regulation requirements.

• Coordinate and interface with client, suppliers, stakeholders and other design disciplines or department to execute assigned engineering/analysis work.

• Involve in the conceptual, preliminary and/or detailed design and analysis of the Piping and Support design associated with BWRX300 Nuclear Reactor and associated systems under supervision of a P.Eng.

• Learn and prepare engineering computations and analyses using applicable software (e.g., PipeStress, AutoPipe, MathCAD, GT STRUDL, ANSYS).

• Modelling complex piping and support arrangements using finite element techniques.

• Perform pipe stress evaluation of piping systems (nuclear class or non-nuclear class) in accordance with ASME Section III, Div.1, and/or ASME B31.1/B31.3 code requirements.

• Performing thermal, fatigue, seismic, linear and non-linear analyses in accordance with ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code, Section III, Div.1 code requirements.

• Review of technical documents and drawings, such as General Arrangement, ISO, pipe supports, flow diagrams and P&ID), calculations, design/analysis reports, design requirements, design manuals, bill of materials, design specifications, technical specifications, data sheets, etc.

• Support to prepare registration packages for pressure boundary modifications.

• Provide technical guidance and instruction to Designers/Drafters and more junior staff as required.

• Perform site visits to client and supplier shops as required.

• Perform field walk-downs during different design phases as required.

• Support field construction and execution activities, as needed.

• Provide prompt response and engineering resolutions on any critical analysis related matters.

• Complete the assigned scopes or tasks within given budget and schedule, and in good quality.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

What will you contribute?  

• Requires an Engineering Degree in Mechanical, Civil & Structure from an accredited university or equivalent degree.

• Registered as an Engineer-In-Training or eligible to be registered as a Professional Engineer in the United States.

• 2-5 years of related work experience in mechanical engineering within a heavy industrial environment such as: mining, oil & gas, power, etc.

• Basic knowledge of mechanical and piping systems or equipment (knowledge of nuclear systems would be an asset).

• Working knowledge of CSA N285.0 and CSA B51, CSA N289 and ASME Section III, ASME B31.1, ASME B31.3, CSA S16, CSA A23, AISC and any other applicable standards or regulatory guides related to permanent plant components, pressure boundary equipment, and/or reactor systems is preferred.

• Design engineering experience in nuclear class 1, 2, 3 and 6 piping systems, and its associated supports for Nuclear Power Plants is preferable.

• Experience in Stress Analysis using PipeStress, AutoPipe, MathCAD, GT STRUDL or other similar software program is an asset.

• Qualified or eligible to be qualified as ASME Appendix XXIII is an asset.

• Must be able to apply technical principles in a logical and practical manner to resolve engineering issues or technical problems.

• Must have excellent communication and technical writing skills.

• Demonstrate good interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment.

• Site experience in construction, or commissioning of plant mechanical systems for nuclear or other heavy industries would be an asset.

• Be a part of a team involved in conceptual, preliminary and/or detailed design and analysis of BWRX 300 technology.

• Must be a U.S citizen in order to be considered.

What we offer at AtkinsRéalis:  

AtkinsRéalis realizes that health, mental and financial wellbeing, are all equally needed to achieve balance in life. We are pleased to offer a robust rewards package that help our employees have peace of mind in and outside of work.  Our benefit offerings address all of the areas that are part of living a healthy life.   

We recognize that what is important to people, continues to change. Some of our other benefits to ensure our employees feel supported, include continuing to offer health and dental coverage for domestic partners and a full list below. Our culture is one of providing support and training for our employees to thrive. We offer learning and development programs, training, career pathing opportunities, and a tuition reimbursement plan. At AtkinsRéalis, you will enjoy a robust rewards package which includes: 

• Competitive salary 

• Flexible work schedules 

• Group Insurance 

• Paid Family Leave  

• Two Floating Holidays 

• Paid Parental Leave (including maternity and paternity) 

• Pet Insurance  

• Retirement Savings Plan with employer match 

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

• Learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program 

• An inclusive culture of Employee Resources Groups centered around women, African-Americans, Hispanics, LGBTQ+, Neurodiversity and Emerging Professionals. 

• A Foundation that is employee-funded with a 2-to-1 match from the company providing STEAM education for minorities from K-12 to college 

If this sounds like you and you would like to expand your career with us, apply today!  

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace.  EOE/Minorities/Females/Veteran/Disability. 

Please review AtkinsRéalis Equal Opportunity Statement here: 

https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/equal-opportunities-statement 

AtkinsRéalis cares about your privacy and are committed to protecting your privacy.  Please consult our Privacy Notice on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use and transfer your Personal Data. 

By submitting your personal information to AtkinsRéalis, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice.   

Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates must go through a drug screen test and background check. AtkinsRéalis is a federal contractor which mandates a satisfactory background screening report and drug test that supersedes state laws. 

Note to staffing and direct hire agencies: 

In the event a recruiter or agency who is not on our preferred supplier list submits a resume/candidate to anyone in the company, AtkinsRéalis family of companies, we explicitly reserve the right to recruit and hire the candidate(s) at our discretion and without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.  https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/recruitment-agencies