Senior Structural Design Engineer

PTAG is a Project Management Advisory & Services firm, which is recognized in the industry by Project & Construction Management Industry think-tanks, innovative service delivery partners and world leading industrial clients.  We are looking for a Senior Structural Design Engineer to help us expand our presence with our clients in the Nuclear Industry. We seek Project Professionals who will align with our corporate mission, vision & values:

Our mission is to help our clients ensure successful delivery and efficient operation of their major capital projects. Our goal is to employ innovation and strategic thinking by capital project subject matter experts to deliver optimum project results.
PTAG’s vision is to help our clients become global leaders in the selection, planning, and execution of their capital and sustaining projects.
Our values include:

• Safety: The safety of our employees, suppliers and clients is our top priority
• Collaboration: Creating true partnerships with our clients and service providers
• Leadership: Improving project performance through the application of best practices
• Accountability: Being accountable to our clients for every aspect of an engagement
• Client Satisfaction: Delivering 100% client satisfaction on every project.
• Integrity: Open and clear communication in every aspect of our business

Location: Remote

Type of Employment: Contract

Role & Responsibilities:

• Manage project work schedules and priorities.

• Perform Soil-Structure-Interaction (SSI) analysis of Nuclear Power Plant Safety-Related Structures
• Perform design and analysis of Nuclear Power Plant Safety-Related Structures in accordance with the following codes: ASME B&PV Section III Division 2, AISC N690 code, and ACI 349 code.
• Perform Static and Dynamic analysis of complex NI and Containment structures using SAP4, ANSYS and/or NASTRAN computer codes.
• Understand and analyze the effect of thermal stresses in the reactor containment and resolve over-stress conditions.
• Define hydrodynamic input loads for calculation of dynamic response of containment structure and the C/S design of reactor containment.
• Analyze the effects of missiles, aircraft impact, and severe wind on reinforced concrete structures.
• Develop engineering reports and licensing documentation.
• Interface with internal and external customers, suppliers, partners, the NRC, and international regulatory authorities on technical issues.
• Incorporate design requirements into analyses and design documents.
• Serve as the technical expert, providing consultation on system design, design bases, and interfaces to other engineering disciplines.
• Work within a team environment to execute work plans and schedules as applicable for mission success.
• Perform work in compliance with policies and procedures.
• Able to effectively communicate and work with others
• Robust knowledge of Turbine Island and BOP systems analysis and design
• Strong Interpersonal leadership skills
• Knowledge of GEH-ESBWR and ABWR Certified Designs

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in science, or higher, in Civil/Structural Engineering
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in an engineering position
• Minimum 8 years of Nuclear Power experience
• Plant Nuclear Island structural analysis experience, specifically Containment and Reactor building design
• Minimum 5 years of experience in relevant Systems Design
• Expert knowledge of relevant design codes and requirements
• Expert knowledge of ANSYS or other FEA computer software
• Expert knowledge of ACS-SASSI or SASSI Seismic Soil Structure-Interaction computer software
• Canadian and USA security clearance preferred but not required

PTAG is growing and seeking project professionals who want to join a fast paced, innovative, and team-oriented company. PTAG provides industry competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including an employee share purchase plan. PTAG provides an environment to develop and grow professionally and personally.