Lead Structural Engineer, Composites & Processing Equipment

Roadrunner Venture Studio; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Roadrunner Venture Studio in Knoxville, TN, seeks a Structural Engineering Lead to oversee composite structures design and analysis. This full-time, on-site role requires collaboration with fabrication teams and mastery of structural assessments for innovative manufacturing solutions.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in engineering with hands-on experience in composites. You'll thrive in a dynamic environment, crafting solutions for advanced manufacturing. Ambiguity excites you, and you value practical problem-solving over excessive processes.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with composite structures in applied contexts.
• Strong foundation in classical lamination theory and anisotropic material behavior.
• Ability to perform and defend structural hand calculations.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural design and analysis of composite structures.
• Perform hand calculations for stress, deflection, and buckling.
• Collaborate with fabrication teams to ensure manufacturability.

Skills

Composite structures expertise

Structural analysis

FEA software proficiency

Classical lamination theory

Education

Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Civil, or Structural Engineering

Tools

Abaqus

Ansys

Nastran

Job description

Roadrunner Venture Studio in Knoxville, TN, seeks a Structural Engineering Lead to oversee composite structures design and analysis. This full-time, on-site role requires collaboration with fabrication teams and mastery of structural assessments for innovative manufacturing solutions.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in engineering with hands-on experience in composites. You'll thrive in a dynamic environment, crafting solutions for advanced manufacturing. Ambiguity excites you, and you value practical problem-solving over excessive processes.