Analysis Engineer

Lamwork; United States; On-site; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Lamwork is looking for an Analysis Engineer to conduct structural and mechanical analyses to validate performance against designs. The successful candidate will utilize FEA and CFD methodologies to build accurate simulation models and document findings in technical reports.

This role offers an average salary of $147,164 per year, reflecting the value of expertise in simulation tools like NASTRAN and ABAQUS within industries such as aerospace and automotive.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform structural and mechanical analyses.
• Proficiency in finite element modeling and simulation tools.
• Experience working on cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural and mechanical analyses using finite element models.
• Build simulation models across tools like NASTRAN, ABAQUS, and HyperWorks.
• Analyze results from FEA, CFD, and dynamic simulations.

Skills

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)

NASTRAN

ABAQUS

HyperWorks

CAD modeling (Unigraphics/NX)

Technical report writing

Critical Thinking

Collaboration

Communication

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Job description

Overview

Analysis Engineer career guide, job requirements, and average salary

Responsibilities

Perform structural and mechanical analyses using finite element models to validate component performance against design requirements.

Build simulation models across tools such as NASTRAN, ABAQUS, and HyperWorks to represent real-world loading conditions accurately.

Analyze results from FEA, CFD, and dynamic simulations to identify failure modes and recommend corrective design changes.

Coordinate with design engineers, system engineers, and materials specialists throughout development projects to align analysis scope with program needs.

Review and document analysis objectives, assumptions, boundary conditions, and conclusions in formal technical reports for internal and customer audiences.

Required Skills

• Hard Skills: Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), FE software proficiency (NASTRAN, ABAQUS, HyperWorks), CAD modeling (Unigraphics/NX), technical report writing
• Soft Skills: Critical Thinking, Collaboration, Communication, Attention to Detail, Time Management

Career Progression

• Junior Analysis Engineer
• Analysis Engineer
• Senior Analysis Engineer
• Lead Analysis Engineer / Analysis Team Leader

Certifications

• SIMULIA Abaqus Certification - Validates proficiency with industry-standard FEA software
• ANSYS Certified Professional - Demonstrates competency in simulation across structural and fluid domains
• Professional Engineer (PE) License - Signals independent engineering judgment and regulatory credibility
• Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE) - Supports roles in production-oriented analysis environments

Salary

The average Analysis Engineer salary in the United States is $147,164 per year, based on the most recent data from Glassdoor.

Pay for this role is influenced most strongly by the simulation domain and tool stack (structural FEA commands a premium over generalist analysis), the industry sector, and the seniority level - with aerospace, defense, and automotive employers typically offering the highest total compensation.