Senior Structural Analyst – LS-DYNA & FEA

Arup; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

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Job summary

Arup in Sydney is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join the Specialist Technology, Analytics and Research (STAR) team. You will lead advanced analyses and client-facing activities, using LS-DYNA, Ansys, Abaqus and other FE tools to solve complex structural challenges.

You will identify analysis strategies, perform seismic and fatigue assessments, conduct modal testing and sitework, and contribute to project delivery with strong report writing and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Recognised tertiary qualification in Engineering.
• 6+ years in structural engineering/FEA consulting.
• 5+ years with LS-DYNA and related FE tools (Ansys/Abaqus/others).
• Self-driven with ownership, timeliness and proactive communication.
• Experience in structural design beyond civil/structural degree acceptable (mechanical/aerospace).
• Strong written communication and report-writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify the most appropriate approach to analyse structures and complete the analysis.
• Carry out advanced structural analysis using LS-DYNA to solve complex engineering problems, including structure-soil interaction.
• Assess existing buildings and infrastructure to inform design or refurbishment decisions.
• Perform seismic assessments of buildings and infrastructure.
• Undertake FEA-based fatigue assessments of steel connections.
• Conduct blast and fire assessments for structures, including above-ground buildings, bridges and tunnels.
• Evaluate vibration in buildings for applications such as dance studios, gyms, or wind-induced motion.
• Conduct modal dynamic testing, vibration measurements, and site inspections of buildings and structures.

Skills

Structural engineering

Finite element analysis

Report writing

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

LS-DYNA

Ansys

Abaqus

GSA

Strand7

Job description

Arup in Sydney is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join the Specialist Technology, Analytics and Research (STAR) team. You will lead advanced analyses and client-facing activities, using LS-DYNA, Ansys, Abaqus and other FE tools to solve complex structural challenges.

You will identify analysis strategies, perform seismic and fatigue assessments, conduct modal testing and sitework, and contribute to project delivery with strong report writing and communication skills.