Mechanical Engineer II - Structural Analysis

Altentechnologyusa; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Altentechnologyusa is seeking an engineer in Westminster, CO to perform mechanical and electromechanical analysis using finite element analysis. Successful candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least 4 years of relevant experience with strong FEA knowledge.

The role includes responsibilities such as analyzing components, generating hand calculations, and supporting sales efforts. A salary range of $100,000 to $120,000 is offered based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of engineering analysis and product development experience, or 2+ years with a Master's degree.
• Strong knowledge of FEA and CAD packages.
• Ability to solve complex problems without supervision.

Responsibilities

• Analyze components using finite element analysis for various loads.
• Generate hand calculations for design decisions.
• Support the sales process with quoting and estimating.

Skills

FEA using Femap with NX Nastran

SolidWorks

Verbal and written communication

Problem-solving using engineering principles

Time management among multiple projects

Education

Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Analyze mechanical and electromechanical components and assemblies using finite element analysis (FEA) for static structural, and dynamic loads with minimal guidance.
• Familiar with both solid and shell meshing analysis approaches.
• Collect, develop, and analyze design inputs.
• Generate hand calculations to support design decisions.
• May work under a senior engineer on larger projects.
• Apply experience, critical thinking, and expertise leading or participating in design reviews.
• Estimate scope and duration of proposed analysis projects.
• Provide inputs to project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and tracking.
• Communicate with vendors, team, and PM for the advancement of projects.
• Assist in the sales process for quoting and estimating future design and analysis projects.
• Identify design and product risks and mitigations.
• Adhere to ALTEN Technology’s Quality System processes.
• Compile and present complete engineering design and analysis documentation so product designs can be produced while meeting the proper regulatory requirements.
• Communicate and coordinate with other disciplines including Mechanical Design Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, and Software Engineering.
• Willingness to work on projects across a wide range of industries (defense, space, aviation, robotics, medical)
• Willing to act as embedded support for a customer for short durations (i.e., acting as an extension of the customer team). When it occurs, this work can typically be done remotely.
• May serve as primary technical resource on a project.
• May complete technical reviews of team member work.
• Interact with customer to derive requirements and communicate technical direction.
• Work with Project Management and Systems Engineering to understand system-level requirements and identify scope creep.
• Support ALTEN Technology’s Product Development Process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in engineering from an accredited college or university plus 4+ years of engineering analysis and product development experience or Master’s Degree (M.S.) in engineering from an accredited college or university plus 2+ year of engineering analysis and product development experience
• Strong knowledge of FEA, specifically using Femap with NX Nastran for structural, and dynamic analysis of mechanical components.
• Knowledge of CAD packages (preferably SolidWorks) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to present and report technical findings.
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems using engineering principles without supervision.
• Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to share and manage time among multiple projects effectively.

Desired Skills

• Experience with drone equipment or analysis of composite structures.

Salary Range: $100,000 - $120,000

Location: Onsite in Westminster, CO

The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience

Note: Due to the nature of the work, only US Persons (citizens or permanent residents) need apply for this position.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.

Compliance Notice: Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.