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Harris · 20 hours ago

Stress Analysis Engineer

St Paul, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$55K/yr - $83K/yr

2+ years exp

Harris is one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, seeking a Stress Analysis Engineer to grow skills in assessing piping systems and perform pipe stress analysis. The role involves using software for analysis, coordinating in a 3D environment, and supporting structural analysis and vendor documentation review.

Building MaintenanceCommercialConstructionData CenterIndustrialIndustrial EngineeringMechanical EngineeringService IndustrySmart Building

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Grow skills in assessing piping systems to determine the need for flexibility analysis and whether analysis is necessary per the appropriate ASME B31 code

Perform with supervision pipe stress analysis using hand calculations and analytical methods with software to evaluate sustained, pressure, displacement range and occasional loading requirements

Perform basic pipe stress analysis and / or pipe wall thickness (pressure and vacuum) calculations

Use under supervision and development knowledge of CAESAR II, RISA 3-D, FEA and hand calculations for piping analysis and support/restraint design in a 2D + 3D environment

Coordinate and communicate in a 3D environment using AutoCAD, Inventor, Navisworks, Revit etc

Review loads on equipment nozzles, recommend piping and/or nozzle reconfiguration to qualify both

Support the development of a series of (standard) installation details to anchor/guide pipes to accommodate the loading conditions determined during analysis to include details for shaft risers, wall mounted systems, systems supported by moment frames, vibration isolated systems, etc

Perform under supervision structural analysis hand-calcs in support of drawing reviews and/or verification of design requirements

Undertake welded and bolted joint analyses

Create system and sub-system analysis models of equipment and MEP system distribution framed assemblies and vibration isolation needs

Performing static and dynamic structure analysis

Reviewing requirements for materials, structure systems & subsystems

Release results as “technical documents”

Develop innovative solutions and elaborating on design concepts

Evaluate completed designs with other technical groups, and make necessary modifications to achieve the desired design

Review vendor documentation within the Piping discipline and from other disciplines for compliance with project requirements, and actively seek discrepancy resolution

Understanding, clarifying and controlling project scopes of work

Assisting in developing quotes and cost analysis for projects

Developing cost effective engineering solutions

Develop a thorough understanding of relevant building codes and standards as they relate to pipe design, thermal stresses and seismic loading to include (but not limited to): ASME B31 codes and standards, ASME BPVC, NUREG, MSS standards, International Building Code (IBC), ASCE 7, and ASHRAE

Engineering statics, solid mechanics, fastening design, anchor/beam calculations

Acquire basic working knowledge of Piping and Instrument Diagram (P&ID)

Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner, set priorities, and meet deadlines

2D/3D CAD detailing of supports on MEP systems in 2D/3D AutoCAD drawings/models

Interface with 3rd party reviewing entities including but not limited to project design teams, engineers, and local authorities

Answering engineering questions and providing information to clients on the phone, in person, or in writing

Support communication between project team, clients, and vendors

Conduct life-cycle cost analyses to compare initial costs of project alternatives to operating costs

Assist senior Engineers to recommend a level of system performance based on analysis of customer needs and preferences

Contribute to the desired safety and work culture of the organization

Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction

Contribute to the desired safety and work culture of the organization

Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction

Qualification

Pipe Stress AnalysisCAESAR IIAutoCADRevitStructural AnalysisASME B31 CodesCommunicationTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingTime Management

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Structural Engineering required

2+ years of basic knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, drawings and specifications, building materials and required standards applicable to discipline

2+ years experience with MS Word and Excel

2+ years experience with AutoCAD and Revit

2+ years experience with Pipe Stress Analysis, proficiency in CAESAR II (AutoPipe), or NozzlePro