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Manager, Fracture Mechanics
Job Location:
Job Location:
Denver, CO - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 117600 - 147000
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
29 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
25 September 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Structural Integrity Associates Inc. (SIA) has an immediate need for a Manager Fracture Mechanics for our Nuclear Analytical Services team.
The Manager will serve as a key member of the Nuclear Business Unit leadership team and will be responsible for providing technical oversight staff leadership project management and staff development for the Fracture Mechanics team within Nuclear Analytical Services. The role requires experience managing a technical product line including P&L ownership and budgeting responsibility as well as strong expertise in probabilistic and deterministic fracture mechanics. Technical focus areas also include crack growth evaluations LeakBeforeBreak flaw tolerance methods flaw handbook development stress analyses using Finite Element Modeling and working knowledge of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section III and Section XI. Participation in the design and repair of pressure vessel and piping components along with the development and maintenance of engineering software is also expected.
In this role team leadership includes serving as a technical authority and industry expert in fracture mechanics while driving business development for key market segments in collaboration with Business Unit leadership and the business development organization. Responsibilities include coordinating team activities and resources functioning as a Project Manager and serving as a key technical resource across the organization. Duties may include analysis design and detailing of fracture mechanics projects developing Nuclear Analytical Services and adjacent markets aligned with the candidates skillset supporting proposal development and identifying research and development opportunities.
The Fracture Mechanics Manager will also be responsible for developing businesses and markets that generate revenue for the Business Unit including research and development initiatives new services and new market opportunities and will have staff management responsibilities including goal setting mentoring performance leadership and hiring.
Responsibilities:
Required Skills/Qualifications:
Pay Range:
The expected salary range for this role is $146880 to $183600 in San Jose CA; $117600 to $147000 in Denver CO; and $109120 to $136400 in Charlotte NC. Exact pay will be commensurate with experience and location.
Export Control Notice:
Certain positions at SIA may require access to information and technology which is subject to Export Administration Regulations 15 CFR 730-774 including those of the US Department of Energy (DOE) in 10 CFR 810 and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) 10 CFR Part 110. Hiring decisions for such positions must comply with these regulations and may result in SIA limiting its consideration of foreign nationals who are citizens of countries that are not on the DOEs Generally Authorized Destinations List: Us:
SIA is an engineering consulting firm serving various industries including Nuclear Power Energy Services Pipeline Integrity and Critical 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.
Our employees also enjoy a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:
Structural Integrity Associates Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
SIA does not welcome third-party recruiters employment agencies headhunters etc. Please do not reach out to SIA employees requesting a call sit down meeting or email response.
The Manager will serve as a key member of the Nuclear Business Unit leadership team and will be responsible for providing technical oversight staff leadership project management and staff development for the Fracture Mechanics team within Nuclear Analytical Services. The role requires experience managing a technical product line including P&L ownership and budgeting responsibility as well as strong expertise in probabilistic and deterministic fracture mechanics. Technical focus areas also include crack growth evaluations LeakBeforeBreak flaw tolerance methods flaw handbook development stress analyses using Finite Element Modeling and working knowledge of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section III and Section XI. Participation in the design and repair of pressure vessel and piping components along with the development and maintenance of engineering software is also expected.
In this role team leadership includes serving as a technical authority and industry expert in fracture mechanics while driving business development for key market segments in collaboration with Business Unit leadership and the business development organization. Responsibilities include coordinating team activities and resources functioning as a Project Manager and serving as a key technical resource across the organization. Duties may include analysis design and detailing of fracture mechanics projects developing Nuclear Analytical Services and adjacent markets aligned with the candidates skillset supporting proposal development and identifying research and development opportunities.
The Fracture Mechanics Manager will also be responsible for developing businesses and markets that generate revenue for the Business Unit including research and development initiatives new services and new market opportunities and will have staff management responsibilities including goal setting mentoring performance leadership and hiring.
Responsibilities:
- Lead a team of engineers analysts and consultants in delivering probabilistic and deterministic fracture mechanics services under Nuclear Analytical Services for domestic and international clients
- Provide technical leadership staff development and mentorship for the Fracture Mechanics team
- Develop prioritized lists of prospective clients and organize and conduct presentations to individual clients and client groups
- Manage client relationships and ensure project milestones and deliverables are met
- Collaborate with other technical discipline areas within SIA to develop integrated turnkey and innovative solutions for nuclear clients
- Develop short and longterm strategic plans for fracture mechanics services including research and development initiatives hiring strategies new markets and business development activities
- Manage the Fracture Mechanics P&L and support budget development and planning processes
Required Skills/Qualifications:
- MS in Mechanical Engineering Nuclear Engineering or a related field
- PhD and/or MBA preferred
- 12 years of engineering experience including at least 5 years of project management experience
- Management of a technical product line including P&L and budgeting responsibility
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the following areas:
- Probabilistic and deterministic fracture mechanics evaluations including fatigue crack growth stress corrosion cracking LeakBeforeBreak flaw tolerance and flaw handbooks
- Stress and fracture mechanics analyses using Finite Element Modeling using ANSYS and Abaqus
- ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section III and Section XI
- Develop/maintain engineering software that includes probabilistic and fracture mechanics codes
- Nuclear plant licensing regulations guides codes and standards in addition to industry guidelines
- Technical and administrative management of projects within the nuclear analytical services area
- Proficient in writing and reviewing technical reports and proposals with exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to travel up to 20% or more upon request
Pay Range:
The expected salary range for this role is $146880 to $183600 in San Jose CA; $117600 to $147000 in Denver CO; and $109120 to $136400 in Charlotte NC. Exact pay will be commensurate with experience and location.
Export Control Notice:
Certain positions at SIA may require access to information and technology which is subject to Export Administration Regulations 15 CFR 730-774 including those of the US Department of Energy (DOE) in 10 CFR 810 and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) 10 CFR Part 110. Hiring decisions for such positions must comply with these regulations and may result in SIA limiting its consideration of foreign nationals who are citizens of countries that are not on the DOEs Generally Authorized Destinations List: Us:
SIA is an engineering consulting firm serving various industries including Nuclear Power Energy Services Pipeline Integrity and Critical 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.
Our employees also enjoy a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:
- 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
Structural Integrity Associates Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
SIA does not welcome third-party recruiters employment agencies headhunters etc. Please do not reach out to SIA employees requesting a call sit down meeting or email response.
Candidate information may be verified during the hiring process. Inaccurate deceptive or mass-generated applications may be disqualified from consideration.
Required Experience:
Manager
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