FEM/FEA Mechanical Project Engineer - Skid & Structures

Alfa Laval; Denmark; Hybrid; DKK 523,000 - 673,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Travel opportunities in Europe

Job summary

Alfa Laval is seeking a Mechanical Engineer and FEM/FEA specialist to design steel structures and skid solutions in 3D with Autodesk Inventor, while performing detailed analyses using ANSYS/Nastran. You will join a global team and contribute to projects across Europe, with travel approximately 20–25 days per year.

You will report to the Engineering Manager and operate within a hybrid work model, balancing office and home tasks as needed. Strong English communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering and experience in FEM/FEA analysis.
• Deep knowledge in FEM/FEA for skid- and steel-structure solutions.
• Ability to define scope, build efficient model, run analyses, and interpret results.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Design steel structures, skid solutions and custom designs in Autodesk Inventor.
• Carry out FEM/FEA analyses (ANSYS/Nastran) including static, buckling, hydrostatic, vibrations.
• Prepare technical reports and design recommendations.
• Review boundary conditions and results from simulations.
• Support DFM with workshop and FAT/SAT.
• Review 3D designs and 2D drawings.
• Ensure compliance with Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 and CE marking.
• Apply ASCE/SEI 7-22 and EN1993-1-1 standards.
• Travel 20–25 days per year across Europe.
• Work in a ten-person mechanical team; report to Engineering Manager.

Skills

FEM/FEA analysis

English communication

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

ANSYS

Nastran

Job description

Alfa Laval is seeking a Mechanical Engineer and FEM/FEA specialist to design steel structures and skid solutions in 3D with Autodesk Inventor, while performing detailed analyses using ANSYS/Nastran. You will join a global team and contribute to projects across Europe, with travel approximately 20–25 days per year.

You will report to the Engineering Manager and operate within a hybrid work model, balancing office and home tasks as needed. Strong English communication is essential.