Mechanical Engineer - Specialty Engineering

Position Description:Dominion Engineering, Inc. (Dominion), an Allied Power company is seeking an engineer with 0 to 10 years of experience and a bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering (or theoretical and applied mechanics, or engineering physics with mechanical focus, or nuclear engineering), including those graduating by August 2026. The candidate will be responsible for performing engineering and technical tasks applying a range of engineering analyses, under general supervision, primarily in support of consulting projects within the nuclear power industry. This position is an opportunity to develop your expertise and grow your career as an engineering professional and technical leader within the nuclear industry.A primary area of expertise at Dominion is providing solutions and research for aging management of nuclear power plant components and materials. This position will focus on supporting engineering evaluations and research to support the industry through modeling and simulation activities, providing engineering consulting support, and may provide support to other emergent Dominion projects. Additionally, this position will involve the performance and verification of mechanical and thermal analyses supporting the development and deployment of Dominion products within the industry. Analysis areas include stress analysis, fracture mechanics, finite element analysis, modeling/simulation of degrading materials, probabilistic modeling, thermal hydraulics, and numerical analysis of other physical systems and phenomena. In addition to performing various engineering analyses, the responsibilities of this position include drafting of calculations and reports documenting analyses, as well as working with other Dominion subject matter experts and engineers to produce various types of related assessment and guidance documents for industry clients.This position requires strict adherence to nuclear industry principles, including but not limited to:Commitment to personal, industrial, and nuclear safetyVerbatim compliance with written work instructions and proceduresFitness for Duty – Drug and Alcohol-Free workplaceUse of Human Performance ToolsReports to: Director – Consulting ServicesEssential Functions:Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Performs mechanical engineering calculationsPrepares technical reportsDevelops high quality communication exhibits (graphs, charts, presentations)Supports proposal developmentCompetencies:Strong analytical skillsExperience using engineering analysis software such as ANSYS Mechanical or LS-DYNA or similarThorough technical knowledge of finite element modeling practicesAnalysis approaches including:Elastic Stress AnalysisPlastic Stress AnalysisHeat TransferFatigueClear written and verbal communicationDetail-oriented and self-directedCritical thinking and problem solvingCompetence in core mechanical engineering fundamentals:Mechanics of materialsStress analysisFracture mechanicsFinite element analysisMaterial scienceThermodynamicsHeat transferFluid dynamicsAbility to develop expertise in one or more of the following:Computational fluid dynamicsASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel CodeProbabilistic fracture mechanicsWilling to travel up to 10-15% of the time (e.g., for Customer / industry meetings and occasional field support of products)Ability to pass a drug screening test and background security investigationAuthorized to work in the United StatesPhysical Demands:Work in an office environmentOvertime and non-standard work hours as requiredLift, carry, position, and use tools and/or equipment (weighing up to 25 lbs.)Ability to twist the body and neck while driving company vehicles or operating company equipmentRequired Education, Experience, Certification and Licenses:BS or MS Mechanical Engineering, Theoretical and Applied Mechanics, Engineering Physics (with mechanical focus), or Nuclear EngineeringAllied Power, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Allied Power, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. At Allied Power, we are committed to transparency and employee well-being. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive salaries, health insurance plans (medical, dental, and vision), generous paid time off, and a retirement savings plan with company matching. Additionally, we provide life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance programs, wellness initiatives, and opportunities for continuous learning and development. Please note that paid time off (PTO) is available for eligible positions.