Mechanical Engineer Specialist - Structural Analysis (Nuclear)

Your Role and ImpactAs a Mechanical Engineer Specialist – Structural Analysis (Nuclear), you will provide advanced mechanical analysis expertise supporting Flowserve products and nuclear applications. You will evaluate structural, thermal, vibration, and rotor dynamic performance to help ensure designs meet customer requirements, applicable codes, and Flowserve quality standards.You will work with engineering, manufacturing, quality, project teams, and customers to solve complex technical challenges. Your analyses will support product development, customer orders, aftermarket projects, and continuous improvement across pumps, seals, valves, turbines, skids, and related equipment.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform structural, thermal, vibration, torsional, lateral, and rotor dynamic analyses for nuclear and other critical-service applications.Evaluate pressure-containing and rotating equipment designs against customer requirements, applicable codes, and internal standards.Use finite element analysis and hand calculations to assess stress, strain, fatigue life, natural frequencies, and dynamic stability.Review design changes and determine their impact on product integrity, performance, manufacturability, and cost.Prepare clear engineering calculations, reports, and customer documentation, including ASME code documentation when required.Review customer specifications and supplier technical submissions for mechanical design acceptability.Participate in design reviews, root cause analyses, quality audits, and corrective-action activities.Communicate analysis findings, risks, and recommendations with internal teams, customers, and suppliers.Support product improvements, research and development projects, and initiatives that improve analysis tools, processes, and standardization.Required QualificationsNuclear industry experience, including familiarity with the engineering, quality, documentation, and design-control expectations for nuclear applications.U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status.Ability to perform structural mechanical analysis using sound engineering judgment, including hand calculations and engineering estimates.Ability to communicate technical information clearly in English and collaborate effectively with customers and cross-functional teams.Preferred QualificationsMaster’s or Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.Experience performing structural, thermal, vibration, fatigue, and rotor dynamic analysis.Experience analyzing rotating equipment, such as pumps, seals, valves, turbines, skids, or related support equipment.Experience using finite element analysis tools such as ANSYS, ABAQUS, or similar software.Experience using 3D modeling tools, such as SolidWorks.Familiarity with ASME Section III and Section VIII, Divisions 1, 2, and 3.Experience preparing engineering reports, reviewing customer specifications, and supporting technical discussions with customers and suppliers.Knowledge of pump, seal, valve, or hydraulic-system design.Professional Engineer license.Experience with product development, root cause analysis, Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous-improvement initiatives.What We Can Offer YouAt Flowserve, you’ll find a range of options to fit your and your family’s needs. We provide resources to support your physical, mental, and financial well-being, no matter where you sit or what stage of life you’re in.Our benefits include:Competitive salaryMedical, dental, and vision insuranceRetirement planning and financial wellness resourcesFlexible Spending Account and Health Savings AccountShort- and long-term disability coverageParental leaveLife, supplemental life, child, spousal, and accidental death and dismemberment insuranceBenefits vary by job, location, and/or collective bargaining agreement.If this sounds like the opportunity you have been looking for, please click Apply.SummaryLocation: Raleigh, North Carolina USType: Full time