Nuclear Reliability Integrity Management (RIM) Engineering Consultant

We are seeking a Reliability Integrity Management (RIM) Engineer with a strong focus on inspection and monitoring for advanced and operating nuclear reactor systems. This role will apply technical expertise in non-destructive examination (NDE), monitoring technologies, and degradation mechanism evaluation to support risk-informed decision-making under ASME Section XI Division 2 RIM programs.

The RIM Engineer will contribute to ensuring safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of nuclear systems by developing and implementing inspection and monitoring strategies that address complex degradation challenges across the component lifecycle.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Develop and implement inspection and monitoring programs for reactor components, including in-service inspections (ISI) and advanced monitoring systems.
• Support degradation mechanism assessments, particularly for high-temperature and harsh service environments.
• Apply and interpret results from NDE methods (UT, RT, ET, PT, MT) and monitoring technologies for structural integrity management.
• Contribute to probabilistic reliability assessments to optimize inspection intervals, maintenance strategies, and risk-informed targets.
• Oversee or support qualification and deployment of NDE technologies in field and laboratory settings.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver risk-informed integrity management solutions.
• Interface with clients, regulators, and industry groups to align with technical requirements and evolving industry practices.

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About Us :

SIA is an engineering consulting firm serving various industries including Nuclear Power, Energy Services, Pipeline Integrity, and Critical Infrastructure. Join a team of internationally recognized experts in a culture based on knowledge, excellence, and respect for one another. Our employees are members of a distinct community of internationally respected professionals committed to quality, engineering innovation and a shared goal of building a safer world.

Why Work at SIA?

SIA offers a competitive salary and performance-based bonus program. Our retirement benefits include a Traditional 401k, Roth 401k, and an employer match. To help employees maintain a work-life balance, SIA also offers various paid time off including vacation, floating holidays, sick time, and parental leave.

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Structural Integrity Associates, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

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