Company Description:

ABOUT US:

ISAT Total Support (ISAT) is a leading provider of seismic engineering consulting services, and the related products and hardware used for nonstructural seismic bracing and the support of Mechanical, Electrical and Piping systems. Our focus is geared to building utility systems within the commercial and industrial construction markets. Our primary focus includes but is not limited to, HVAC, mechanical, piping, distributed electrical systems, plumbing, process piping & fire protection contractors.

Headquartered in Southern California, ISAT also has offices in Northern California, Nevada, Arizona, Oregon, Washington, Utah, Georgia, North Carolina, Chicago, Atlanta, New Zealand, New York and Puerto Rico. Additional expansion is expected.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position will be based out of our Corporate Offices in La Mirada, CA. The Pipe Stress Analysis Engineer/Designer will be responsible for conducting or assisting in stress analysis on Mechanical/Process systems, support and restraint design along with the 3D coordination of these designs within CAD software.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Preferred candidates will have one or both of the following:

1) Possess a BS in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 2 years of experience in conducting ASME B31 pipe stress analysis

2) Possess a Masters/Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering. Candidates with MS/PhD must be eligible for and obtain California PE within 2 years.

Special consideration will be given to candidates with a working understanding of the following: Mechanical, Process, Electrical, Plumbing, and/or Fire Protection system basic construction; including engineering terms, drawings, and trade specific experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

· Assessment of piping systems to determine the need for flexibility analysis and whether a formal analysis is necessary per the appropriate ASME B31 code.

· Perform ASME B31 pipe stress analysis using hand calculations and analytical methods with software to evaluate sustained, pressure, displacement range and occasional loading requirements as outlined in Chapter 2 of ASME B31.1.

· Use of Autopipe, STAAD, Solidworks FEA and hand calculations for piping analysis and support/restraint design in a 3D environment.

· Coordinate and communicate with clients in a 3D environment using AutoCAD, AutoCAD Plant 3D, AutoCAD Fabrication CADMEP, Navisworks, etc.

· Working with in-house Structural Engineers, develop a series of (standard) installation details to anchor/guide pipes to accommodate the loading conditions determined during analysis to include details for shaft risers, wall mounted systems, systems supported by moment frames, vibration isolated systems, etc.

· Understanding, clarifying and controlling project scopes of work.

· Assisting in developing quotes and cost analysis for projects.

· Developing cost effective engineering solutions.

· Develop a thorough understanding of relevant building codes and standards as they relate to pipe design, thermal stresses and seismic loading to include (but not limited to): ASME B31 codes and standards, ASME BPVC, NUREG, MSS standards, International Building Code (IBC), ASCE 7, and ASHRAE.

· Engineering statics, solid mechanics, fastening design, anchor/beam calculations.

· 2D/3D CAD detailing of supports on MEP systems in 2D/3D AutoCAD drawings/models.

· Interface with 3rd party reviewing entities including but not limited to project design teams, engineers, and local authorities.

· Answering engineering questions and providing information to clients on the phone, in person, or in writing.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

· Flexible Salary

· Funding for PE preparation and testing will be provided to successful candidates not in possession of a PE. All relevant PE license application/renewal fees are paid by the company.

· Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

· 401K Program

We have multiple immediate openings available.