Senior Mechanical Engineer Structural Analyst

Acutronic Holding AG

$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required
  • Preferred Master's degree or higher
  • Minimum 7 years of relevant experience
  • Extensive experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA), especially with ANSYS tools
  • Strong understanding of structural dynamics and vibrations
  • Proficient in numerical methods and analytics using MATLAB and MathCAD

Responsibilities

  • Conduct structural analyses using FEA to evaluate designs
  • Perform comprehensive load calculations including static and dynamic factors
  • Ensure compliance with Military Specifications and industry standards
  • Develop structural models to meet project specifications effectively
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate structural requirements
  • Prepare detailed reports and presentations for stakeholders
  • Oversee prototype testing and validate simulation outcomes against real data
  • Conduct cost-benefit analyses to optimize material use without sacrificing performance
  • Research innovative materials and techniques for projects
  • Mentor junior engineers in analytical methods and software applications

Benefits

  • Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k matching contributions
  • Paid holidays and generous Paid Time Off
  • Flexible work schedule options, including 9/80 or 4/10 shifts
Full Job Description
Acutronic is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer Structural Analyst to develop and optimize structural models for components and systems to meet project specifications as well as implement cost-benefit analyses to achieve efficient use of materials without compromising performance of the systems.

Senior Mechanical Engineer Structural Analyst

Your Roles/Responsibilities:
  • Conduct structural analysis using computational methods such as finite element analysis (FEA) to assess design viability
  • Perform load calculations considering static, dynamic, seismic, wind, and thermal loads
  • Interpret and apply Military Specifications and design practices, and material standards to ensure compliance
  • Develop and optimize structural models for components and systems to meet project specifications
  • Collaborate closely with design engineers and project managers to integrate structural considerations
  • Prepare detailed reports, documentation, and presentations for stakeholders and report submission
  • Oversee prototype testing and validate simulation results against real-world data
  • Implement cost-benefit analyses to achieve efficient use of materials without compromising performance of the systems
  • Update and maintain databases of material properties and structural test data
  • Research emerging materials and innovative structural concepts for project enhancement
  • Train junior engineers or interns, providing mentorship in analytical approaches and software tools


Your Profile/Qualifications/Skills:
  • Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, required
  • Master's or higher degree is preferred
  • At least seven years of experience in related field, required
  • Highly experienced using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) process, with experience using ANSYS Workbench and APDL
  • Solid understanding of structural dynamic and vibrations and their effects on controls of multi-degree-of-freedom motion systems
  • Ability to use numerical methods, and signal processing to solve linear and nonlinear dynamic and vibration problems using analytical tools such as MATLAB and MathCAD


We Offer:
  • Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k match
  • Company-paid holidays and Paid Time Off
  • 9/80 or a 4/10 flex schedule option


Acutronic USA Inc.
700 Waterfront Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
acutronic.com
+1 412 926 1200

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