High-Rate Dynamics & Nonlinear Analysis Engineer

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory; Livermore (CA); Hybrid; USD 146,340 - 222,564; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory seeks experienced Nonlinear Computational Analysis Engineers with a strong background in computational mechanics, material failure, high-rate dynamics, and multi-physics analysis. The role supports design and assessment for complex mechanical systems using massively parallel, high-performance nonlinear hydrostructural analysis codes.

These positions will be filled at SES.2 or SES.3 level based on experience, with responsibilities expanding at the higher

Qualifications

• : U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance.
• : Master's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, structural engineering, structural/applied mechanics or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• : Comprehensive knowledge of computational structural mechanics, including material failure, high-rate dynamics, hypervelocity impact, explosive modeling, or laser-matter interaction.
• : Proficient verbal and written communication skills for technical summaries to leadership.
• : Experience with programming or scripting languages such as Python for analyses.
• : Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Assess and contribute to the response of complex mechanical systems subjected to high-rate loading.
• Develop large, geometrically complex finite element models.
• Guide the post-failure response of materials and structures under high-rate loadings.
• Perform verification analyses and participate in peer review to ensure analytical rigor.
• Collaborate with sponsors and other DOE laboratories, with occasional travel.

Skills

Computational mechanics

High-rate dynamics

Laser-matter interaction

Python programming

Technical communication

Travel willingness

Education

Master's degree in mechanical or aerospace or structural engineering

PhD in mechanical engineering or related field (desirable)

Tools

Python

NIF simulation codes

Job description

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory seeks experienced Nonlinear Computational Analysis Engineers with a strong background in computational mechanics, material failure, high-rate dynamics, and multi-physics analysis. The role supports design and assessment for complex mechanical systems using massively parallel, high-performance nonlinear hydrostructural analysis codes.

These positions will be filled at SES.2 or SES.3 level based on experience, with responsibilities expanding at the higher