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Structural Engineer-ITER

Job Category: Structural Engineer
Posted on: 09/11/2026, expires on 12/10/2026 (87 days)
Job reference #: KD 4462

Location

Oak Ridge

Oak Ridge, TN (US-Region II - South East)
Facility Zip Code: 37830

Compensation

Unspecified

Employment Type

Long Term

About Oak Ridge

GSA Per Diem (government area reference rate, FY 2026)

$110

Lodging/Night

$68

M&IE/Day

$178

Total/Day

State Unemployment (TN max benefit, US DOL)

$275

Max Weekly

26 wk

Max Duration

$7,150

Max Total

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Job description
Spectra Tech, Inc. is immediately hiring for a Structural Engineer in Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Duties/Responsibilities:
This position is to provide full time structural analytical support resources for the US ITER project office through the duration of the Final Design of the Ion Cyclotron Heating (ICH) system and Final Design of the Vacuum Systems (VAS). Assigned tasks will consist of:

• Work with technical managers, engineers, designers, and fabrication vendors to design and analyze supports and equipment hardware associated with the US ITER Project Office
• Perform, develop, and alter complex structural support analysis involving carbon steel, stainless steel, and other materials in accordance with US and/or European code requirements.
• Perform checks of concrete anchorage in accordance with project guidelines
• Document all analysis results in formal Design Analysis Calculation (DAC) packages
• Assist in development of project guidance documents related to structural engineering
• Review and check work of other project participants
• Present preliminary and final structural design and analysis to the International Office (IO) as part of regular design reviews.
• Participate as Subject matter experts in design reviews of other systems
• Assist Technical Procurement Officers in development and review of Statements of Work, Technical Specifications, Non-conformances, and Deviation Requests as part of Title III activities

Additional tasks may include:
• Perform, develop, and alter linear/nonlinear structural analysis of various Tokamak components utilizing FEA software.
• Assist in development of design details,
• Evaluation of Vendor Proposals as part of competitive bid packages.
• Oversee equipment and support fabrication
• Both domestic and foreign travel may be required (<25%)

Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline with 5 or more years of related work experience
• Experience in design, fabrication, and/or assembly of nuclear hardware and structures
• Experience with STAAD or other Structural Analysis Software
• Familiarity with ANSI/AISC, AWS, and ACI codes and standards

Preferred Qualifications:
• Advanced Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering or related technical field
• 10 or more years of specialized experience in design, fabrication and assembly of large scale fusion energy or nuclear supports and hardware
• Demonstrated ability to independently evaluate problems, investigate and propose solutions, perform calculations, apply industry standards, and document design and fabrication activities
• Demonstrated ability to manage and plan a design activity, plan and direct work of analysis and interface effectively with management
• Solid understanding of structural design and analysis fundamentals and their application to large facilities
• Extensive knowledge and expertise using Eurocode and/or ISO standards
• Experience creating and manipulating 2D/3D structural models, 2D part drawings and assemblies
• Ability to evaluate non-conformances and deviations from drawings, technical specifications, and requirements.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with a diverse international project team
• Familiarity or experience with piping systems, superconducting electromagnets, fusion energy technology, cryogenics, vacuum systems and/or large electro-mechanical devices
• Experience with designing pipe supports and equipment following AISC or EN code guidelines.
• Experience with piping design (ASME B31.3 and/or EN equivalent).
• Finite element modeling using ANSYS

At Spectra Tech, Inc., our recruitment team is powered by real people in real time—personally reviewing every application with care and integrity. We take pride in identifying and recruiting top-tier talent while maintaining full alignment with federal regulations, EEOC standards, and fair hiring practices that reflect our commitment to excellence and equity

Spectra Tech, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. We are also an E-verify employer.

Other requirements

Degree
Bachelors

Experience
10+ years

Security Clearance
DOE Q Clearance

Qualifications
Unspecified

Contact information

Ky Dawson Spectra Tech, Inc.

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