Bloom Energy

Principal Structural Analysis Engineer

Bloom Energy$176K — $253K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Masters/PhD in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering with expertise in Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
  • 5+ years of experience in stress analysis and proficiency in Abaqus and Hypermesh
  • Strong fundamentals in the strength of materials
  • Experience with finite element analysis of non-linear stress/strain materials, hyper-elastic, isotropic/orthotropic/anisotropic materials
  • Proficient in 3-D geometry handling, grid generation, and post-processing techniques
  • High temperature modeling experience is preferred
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Responsibilities

  • Provide structural analysis for high-temperature design challenges
  • Develop and validate 2-D/3-D models using FEA codes and hand calculations
  • Perform sanity checks on FEA results to inform design decisions
  • Identify failure modes and suggest design modifications
  • Interface with cross-functional teams and present findings regularly

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with employer contributions
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
  • Mental Health Support services
  • Legal services
  • Virtual Physical Therapy access
  • Fertility and Family Forming benefits
Full Job Description
We are looking for a Principal Structural Analysis Engineer to join our team in one of today's most exciting technologies. This role will report to Sr. Principal Engr, Structural analysis and based in San Jose, CA. This is a fully on-site, in office role 5 days a week.

Role and Responsibilities:
  • Provide structural analysis and evaluation to solve challenging design problems related to high temperature application products at component and assembly levels
  • Develop 2-D/3-D models for structural behavior, utilizing FEA structural analysis codes along with hand calculations based on first principles for design improvement and reliability
  • Validation of modeling and simulation results with testing and field data
  • Perform sanity checks for the FEA results to take design decisions
  • Identify possible failure modes and mechanisms and propose design changes to address the same
  • Interface with cross functional team, create reports and present modeling results on a regular basis


Skills and Experience:
  • Masters/PhD in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering with background in Finite Element Analysis
  • 5+ years of extensive experience in stress analysis & meshing packages, expert level knowledge in Abaqus and Hypermesh FEA tools
  • Strong understanding of the fundamentals of strength of materials
  • Experience in performing finite element structural analysis using materials with non-linear stress/strain relationships, hyper-elastic materials, isotropic/orthotropic/anisotropic materials and springs
  • Skills in handling complex 3-D geometry, grid generation, contact convergence and post-processing
  • High temperature component modeling experience is a plus
  • Understanding of experimental methods and testing is highly desirable
  • Strong drive to learn new application areas and capable of modeling complex simulations and multi-disciplinary systems
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
  • Exceptional analytical skills and attention to details
  • Excellent communication skills- both written and verbal


At Bloom Energy, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with a large employer contribution, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, generous Mental Health Support services, Legal services, virtual Physical Therapy access, and Fertility & Family Forming benefits.

Bloom Energy is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The total compensation for this position includes standard company benefits and is based on various factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience.

Salary Ranges:
$176,300.00 - $253,700.00

About Bloom Energy

Bloom Energy is a provider of solid oxide fuel cell technology. The company's fuel cells generate electricity through an electrochemical process without combustion, producing less greenhouse gas emissions than traditional power generation methods. Bloom Energy's fuel cells are used in a variety of applications, including data centers, hospitals, and manufacturing facilities. The company was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in San Jose, California.
Learn more about Bloom Energy
Size
1,719 employees
Market Cap
$3.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$157.5 million
Founded
2001
5 Year Trend
+36.1%
Revenue
$794.2 million
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