Structural Analysis Engineer

Actalent • Greenbelt, MD • 2h ago

Job Title: Structural Analysis Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a Structural Analysis Engineer to perform advanced structural stress and/or dynamics analysis on components and complete assemblies for an advanced systems development effort. This role involves developing mechanical/physical concepts, designing, and supporting the development of processes for nuclear products or facilities with a focus on safety. You will work closely with key stakeholders and systems engineers to identify, collect, and document requirements, interfaces, design basis, and criteria. Your work will ensure structures and components meet technical specifications and design requirements.

Responsibilities

Plan and perform the analysis required to assess aspects of structures and components, ensuring they meet intended functions and technical specifications.

Perform computations using hand calculations and analytical tools for structural, thermal, hydraulic, and other scoping calculations.

Conduct structural analysis for systems, structures, and components, including pressure vessels, piping, nuclear reactor internals, nuclear fuel, and high temperature materials such as graphite.

Use finite element analysis (FEA) simulation software, hand calculations, and engineering judgment to assess stress, deformation, degradation behavior, and lifetime mechanical performance of nuclear reactor components.

Support the assessment of systems and structures for manufacturability, assembly, and integration.

Develop design documentation, including design basis documents, technical reports, calculations, and drawings in accordance with procedures.

Create Verification and Validation (V&V) plans for analytical tools and support the qualification of toolsets.

Perform work in accordance with quality procedures for design and configuration management.

Provide independent reviews and acceptance reviews of engineering deliverables and data.

Essential Skills

Experience with FEA analysis using tools like Ansys, LS-DYNA or related analysis tools.

Ability to build own models.

Proficiency with engineering hand calculations for stress analysis.

Experience with metals (mostly steels) or ceramics, metallurgy, structural steel, alloys, nuclear reactor components.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related engineering discipline from an accredited institution.

Proficiency with structural analysis hand calculations and structural FEA software programs (e.g., ANSYS, ABAQUS, NASTRAN, FEMAP, CAESAR, ROHR, LS-DYNA, PIPESTRESS).

Experience with metals (primarily steels) and/or ceramics (graphite, etc.) is highly desired.

A Ph.D. in engineering or related field may substitute for three years of experience.

Work Environment

This role is based in an office environment. The team is part of a growing organization with significant investments, offering opportunities to grow into leadership roles over time.

Job Type & Location

This position is based out of Rockville, Maryland.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $75.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Greenbelt,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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