Mechanical Stress Analysis Engineer – Nuclear Energy

Location: Huntsville, AL (Onsite)
Employment Type: Full-Time / Direct Hire + benefits 
Salary: $140K–$160K + Benefits

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Stress Analysis Engineer to perform mechanical stress, structural, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analyses using ANSYS. This role supports the engineering design and evaluation of mechanical systems, structures, and components for advanced nuclear energy applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical stress, structural, and CFD analyses using ANSYS.

• Conduct fatigue, static, dynamic, nonlinear, fracture, and thermal analyses using FEA and engineering calculations.

• Prepare and review technical reports, calculations, and design documentation in accordance with applicable quality standards, including ASME NQA-1.

• Evaluate mechanical designs, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, piping systems, and related equipment.

• Apply applicable ASME codes and standards, including ASME Section III, Section VIII, and B31.1/B31.3.

• Support the design and analysis of thermal-fluid systems and other mechanical engineering applications.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to resolve complex technical challenges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant engineering experience.

• Strong proficiency with ANSYS and experience performing mechanical stress and structural analyses.

• Experience with SolidWorks; SolidWorks Simulation preferred.

• Familiarity with FEA, engineering calculations, and technical reporting.

• Knowledge of applicable ASME codes and standards preferred.

• Must be eligible to obtain a U.S. security clearance.

• Ability to travel approximately 10%.

Preferred Qualifications: Nuclear industry experience, CFD analysis experience, working knowledge of ASME NQA-1, COMPRESS or AutoPIPE experience, PE license, or relevant ASME certifications.

Interested?

Apply your mechanical analysis expertise to complex engineering challenges supporting advanced nuclear and energy technologies. Reach out to learn more about this opportunity!

FootBridge is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. We make employment decisions based on qualifications and business needs, without discrimination on any basis, and we welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.