Structural Engineer

Job Description

In the Project Structural Engineer and Stress Analyst position you will work in a fast-paced environment and perform structural analysis using hand calculations and finite element analysis (FEA) on a wide variety of highly loaded subsea structure such as ROV frames, mechanisms, pressure vessels, ship over-boarding equipment, and advanced development projects. You will work with designers from a program's initial stages through structural testing and completion, influence load path, and ensure structural integrity. The work spans static and dynamic studies, performing linear and non-linear structural analysis including transient shock, fatigue and fracture, bolt and weld analysis, defining load tests, and documentation.

Applicant must be a US citizen and have the capability to obtain a security clearance. Applicants with Top Secret/SCI with CI poly are preferred.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL

• Develop load cases and quantify loads for primary and secondary structures.
• Perform initial sizing of conceptual structure.
• Perform static analysis using industry standard methods (Bruhn, Roark, Shigley).
• Perform stress analysis by developing, solving, and post processing large FEA models using ANSYS.
• Possess an understanding of converting complex systems into simplified FEA.
• Participate in design reviews.
• Properly document analysis.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, ocean, or aerospace engineering from an ABET accredited program. Bachelor's degree (varies per mgr) is preferred; however, years of experience will be considered in lieu of degree.

EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years of experience in stress analysis.
• Proficient in standard industry analytical methods (hand analysis).
• Proficiency in ANSYS, NASTRAN, or PATRAN.
• Skilled in finite element modeling and analysis.
• Familiar with a variety of analyses including static, dynamic, loads, nonlinear contact, stability, vibration, frequency response, transient shock, DDAM, bolt analysis, weld analysis, pressure vessel analysis using FEA and design guides.
• Organizational skills and ability to prioritize daily activities to meet department objectives.
• Very good written communication skills, including the ability to read, write, and understand technical requirements and reports.
• Must be able to obtain a security clearance.

DESIRED:

• Proficiency in ANSYS analysis software: Workbench and Spaceclaim.
• Advanced skill in modeling and analysis.
• Experience in fatigue and fracture analysis.
• Basic proficiency in 3D CAD platform, preferably SolidWorks.
• Proficiency in MathCAD and MS Excel.
• Experience in structural optimization.

EEO

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors.