AFS - Structural/Seismic Analysis Engineer II - III (MOX)

Areva

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POSITION DESCRIPTION

AREVA Federal Services LLC, a subsidiary of AREVA, is seeking a Structural/Seismic Analysis Engineer II-III.

This is a Structural/Seismic Analysis Engineer position within the Process Unit Design and Commissioning (PUDC) Engineering Organization for the MOX Fuel Fabrication Facility (MFFF) Project. This position reports to a Lead Structural Engineer within the PUDC Engineering Organization. Specifically, the individual will work in the PUDC Engineering Title III Group to support the structural activities related to Title II, Title III and Engineering support. In addition, this individual will be available to support other engineering organization.

The Title III Design Group provides engineering support for process units within the facility for which the design has been completed and fabrication is underway. The Title III Design Group is responsible for resolution of technical issues associated with specific process units within the facility as well as generic issues common to multiple process units. Resolution may be in the form of design modifications to specific drawings/documents and/or the processing of engineering change requests (ECRs).

The selected individual will be expected to:

Perform thermal/seismic/structural analysis on designs including equipment, gloveboxes, etc.;
Qualify glovebox shells, bellows, support frames and anchors to maintain integrity/confinement under deadweight, internal pressure, thermal expansion, seismic inertia, seismic anchor movement, externally applied nozzle loads, impact loading from load drops, and external missiles;
Qualify process equipment, supports, barriers, and limit stops to remain anchored, retain loads, and prevent over travel under deadweight, live, seismic inertia loading, and impact loading;
Qualify pressure piping for deadweight, pressures, thermal expansion, and seismic inertia loading;
Transmit accelerations, reactions, and deflections for use by interfacing structural, mechanical, and electrical organizations; and coordinate work efforts with other staff as required.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Shaw AREVA MOX Services, LLC is a consortium of companies based in Aiken, SC and formed to advance the Department of Energy's mission to dispose of surplus weapon grade plutonium. The plutonium is disposed of by mixing it with uranium and forming a mixed oxide (MOX) fuel for use in existing nuclear reactors. After the MOX fuel is irradiated in the reactor, the plutonium can no longer be used for nuclear weapons. AREVA Federal Services provides resources to MOX Services for the design, construction, licensing and operations of the MOX Fuel Fabrication Facility (MFFF) to be built at the Savannah River Site. Resources provided are in the following disciplines: Licensing, ES&H, Integrated Safety Analysis, QA, Engineering Assurance, Process Engineering, Systems Engineering, Design and Engineering (Structural, Electrical, I &C, Seismic, Nuclear Criticality, Piping, Mechanical, HVAC), Project Safety, Procurement, Project Controls, Software Design, Training, Records Management, Operations, and Information Technology.

AREVA Federal Services LLC (AFS) is a world-class nuclear engineering services and operations contractor which was established to serve the Federal Government, specifically the Department of Energy (DOE) and its contractors, by combining the capabilities, technologies, and resources from multiple AREVA companies. AREVA offers international experience in all aspects of the nuclear fuel cycle and has experience and capabilities in process development, engineering, design, construction, fabrication, and operations of nuclear waste management facilities and technologies.

The combined resources of AFS include more than 400 employees, comprising over 200 engineers and 50 scientists. Additionally, since AFS is part of the large global company AREVA, Federal clients have access to the entire AREVA family of companies with a global workforce of over 75,000 employees and a U.S. workforce that exceeds 6,000 employees.

With manufacturing facilities in 43 countries and a sales network in more than 100, AREVA offers customers reliable technological solutions for CO₂-free power generation and electricity transmission and distribution. We are the world leader in nuclear power and the only company to cover all industrial activities in this field.

Our 75,000 employees are committed to continuous improvement on a daily basis, making sustainable development the focal point of the group's industrial strategy.

AREVA's businesses help meet the 21^st century's greatest challenges: making energy available to all, protecting the planet, and acting responsibly towards future generations.

AREVA supports a safety conscious work environment and nuclear safety culture by aggressively promoting the identification and correction of safety issues and fostering a conservative decision making environment that drives nuclear safety.

All candidates must meet the following minimum requirements in order to be considered for this opportunity. Candidates who exceed minimum qualifications may be considered for a higher level position.

BS in Mechanical or Civil Engineering/Engineering Technology plus 2-3 years of related engineering experience. An advanced degree may be substituted for related exp. (MS 1-2 yrs. or PhD 1-3 yrs.). In applicable states a PE license will be accepted in lieu of a 4 yr engineering degree.
Minimum of 2 years experience in stress/structural analysis with FEA.
Proficient in ANSYS and ANSYS APDL, Microsoft Office, and MATHCAD.
Organized, technically competent, have excellent oral and written communication skills.

The following requirements are desired and will be used to differentiate all candidates who apply for this position.

Working knowledge of National Codes and Standards such as ASME, AISC, ASTM, and ANSI standards.
Knowledge of Previous experience in working in a multi-discipline design team environment is preferred.
Experience with conveyors, lifts, hoists, automated manufacturing systems, and glovebox design.
Some proficiency in AutoCAD, Solidworks, Pro/E.

We offer competitive salaries, an excellent benefits package, and flexible work options, as well as a uniquely diverse and unified team of professionals. Our culture supports an environment where employees can continuously learn and gain professional growth through education, exciting projects and career mobility. AREVA recognizes your achievements and excellent performance through various performance incentive, recognition and reward programs. Our commitment is to you, the employee.

Come work in an environment that is driven by integrity, innovation and visionary thinking. Join AREVA today, revolutionize the energy industry and energize your future!

AREVA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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