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Pressure Systems Mechanical Engineer

(Job ID# ASM24PSME470)

Location: Hampton, Virginia

Description

AS&M has an exciting opportunity for a Pressure Systems Mechanical Engineer to join the AS&M Center Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering (CMOE) Team in Hampton, Virginia! The CMOE contract includes a broad scope of research and institutional facility-related maintenance, operations, and engineering support services.

Responsibilities

This position will require working as an engineer in the Pressure Systems Recertification Group. This department performs and evaluates structural integrity assessments on piping and pressure vessels to ensure that aging high pressure systems on center do not surpass their end of life and can continue to operate safely. These pressurized systems include wind tunnels and process and utility piping. Process and utility piping includes cryogenic liquids, hydraulics, liquid fuels, and high pressure gases such as air, nitrogen, oxygen, hydrogen, silane, and methane.

Type of work includes, but is not limited to:

  • Code calculations per national consensus standards such as ASME BPVC Section VIII and ASME B31.3. Experience using COMPRESS – Pressure Vessel Code Analysis software desirable.

  • Backpressure calculations of (PSV) pressure safety valves.

  • NDT including (VT) visual inspection and taking (UTT) ultrasonic thickness measurements.

  • Inspections and creation of inspection reports documenting rejectable findings and proposing modifications to in-service inspection plans.

  • Providing technical information for proposed modifications, repair packages, and construction packages.

Qualifications

  • Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.

  • Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

Requisition Qualifications

Here’s what you’ll need:

  • US Citizenship required.

  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

  • We prefer a BS degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline from an accredited engineering school and a minimum of three (3) to five (5) years related engineering experience, or MS degree from an accredited engineering school and two (2) to three (3) years of related engineering experience, or Ph.D. from an accredited engineering school.

  • Must have knowledge of ASME, NBIC, ASNT, API, and other national consensus codes and standards that are relevant to pressure vessel/system design, fabrication, installation, and inspection.

  • Must have or be willing to obtain ASNT NDT Level II certification.

  • Knowledge of non-destructive examination techniques (ex. RT, UTT, PT, MT, EC, etc.) is desired.

  • Knowledge of corrosion prevention and corrosion control desirable.

  • Candidate must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, be a team player and communicate effectively both orally and written.

Work Environment

Office environment. (75%) Test Environment- May be exposed to areas of high noise levels, hazardous propellants, explosives, chemicals and industrial facilities. Travel between facilities and test sites is required (5%).

Physical Requirements

Must have sufficient mobility to enter all areas of test facilities. Must be able to walk, stand, bend, twist and sit for extended periods as well as climb, crawl, and lift up to 35 lbs. (10%).

Equipment and Machines

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, fax, copier, etc.) (30%) Safety and Personal Protective Equipment (10%).

Attendance

Regular attendance mandatory (100%)Overtime/work outside normal schedule required (<20%)

Other Essential Functions

U.S. Citizenship required. A valid driver’s license is required. Must be able to work in a team atmosphere. Must put forward a professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety/risk hazard to the employee or others. Must be able to balance scope, schedule and budget to ensure project success. The work environment requires the ability to cooperate and work with individuals at all levels of the company and the client. Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance as required.

How to Apply?

Details about our company are available at www.asm-usa.com.

Please e-mail your resume and submit your completed AS&M application and a detailed resume to asmjobs (at) asm-usa.com. Mention the Job ID#.

AS&M application is available at our website: https://www.asm-usa.com/apply.

*** AS&M is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer ***

ANALYTICAL SERVICES & MATERIALS, INC.

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