Vibration Engineering Consultant, Senior Associate

Summary

Join Structural Integrity Associates (SIA) as a Senior Associate, a leadership role requiring deep engineering expertise and industry credibility. You will lead high-impact consulting projects in vibration testing and assessment, primarily within the nuclear sector, but also across various energy industries. Responsibilities include project management, client relationship building, business development, and technical mentorship. This fully remote or onsite position demands 15+ years of relevant experience, an advanced engineering degree, proficiency in specific software, and eligibility for nuclear unescorted access. SIA offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, comprehensive benefits (including health, retirement, and paid time off), and a supportive work environment.

Requirements

• 15+ years solving vibration, fatigue, and structural integrity challenges—preferably in consulting or service roles supporting rotating equipment and passive structures/piping
• Demonstrated experience deploying field instrumentation, collecting high-quality data, and analyzing signals for vibration and structural assessments
• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Mechanical or Civil/Structural Engineering
• Proficient in tools such as LabVIEW, MATLAB, Python, and ANSYS APDL
• Deep knowledge in fault diagnostics of rotating machinery (pumps, compressors, fans, etc.)
• Demonstrated project leadership and consulting acumen
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects and client relationships
• Eligible for Nuclear Unescorted Access Authorization
• Willing to travel up to 40% for testing, assessments and client meetings

Responsibilities

• Deliver consulting services in vibration testing and assessment—primarily in the nuclear sector, with crossover into coal, oil, gas, mining, and other renewable energy sectors
• Lead and manage consulting projects—from scoping through execution—ensuring quality, budget, and client satisfaction
• Maintain and grow client relationships through technical leadership and trusted advisory roles
• Identify and pursue new opportunities across advanced reactor programs, piping systems, and turbine-generators, including support structures and active components such as pumps, valves, and other rotating machinery
• Guide strategic planning, team operations, and cross-disciplinary integration in alignment with market drivers and business goals
• Provide technical mentorship, team development, and succession planning support
• Ensure deliverables meet the highest standards for quality, technical rigor, and regulatory expectations
• Actively contribute to innovation in vibration diagnostics, assessments, and advanced simulation methods

Preferred Qualifications

• Vibration Institute Certification (CAT IV preferred)
• Licensed Professional Engineer
• Expertise in flow-induced vibration, transient dynamics, and fatigue fracture mechanics
• Experience with API 579-1 / ASME FFS-1 Level 3 assessments and DNV methods
• Knowledge of ASME Section III (Subsection NG, Appendix N)
• Exposure to CFD, acoustic pulsation, water hammer, or related FFS tools
• Technical contributions to advanced nuclear systems (e.g., SMRs, Gen IV, microreactors)
• Membership in ASME, API, VI, or other relevant technical societies
• Familiarity with advanced instrumentation techniques (e.g., high-temperature strain gauges, high-speed data capture, wireless sensors)

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus program
• Retirement benefits include a Traditional 401k, Roth 401k, and an employer match
• Various paid time off including vacation, floating holidays, sick time, and parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Account for health care and dependent care
• ID theft protection and credit monitoring