Senior Mechanical Engineer (PE) – Seismic & Structural Analysis

Quest Global; United States; On-site; USD 114,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Quest Global in Florida seeks a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with expertise in seismic analysis, structural mechanics, and Finite Element Analysis (FEA). The engineer will perform advanced analyses for industrial facilities and energy projects, with ASCE 7-16 experience highly desirable.

Responsibilities include seismic qualification, linear/nonlinear FEA using ANSYS/Abaqus/Nastran/SolidWorks, design criteria development, reviews, and mentoring of junior engineers.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering.
• 8+ years of engineering experience.
• Active Florida PE License.
• Strong background in structural mechanics and FEA.
• Experience with seismic analysis methodologies.
• Proficiency in ANSYS, Abaqus, Nastran, or equivalent FEA software.
• Strong report writing and communication skills.
• Proactive approach and fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated and multifaceted.

Responsibilities

• Perform seismic qualification and structural analysis of mechanical systems, equipment and support structures.
• Execute linear and nonlinear FEA using ANSYS, Abaqus, Nastran or equivalent.
• Develop seismic design criteria per ASCE 7-16 and applicable codes.
• Review and approve engineering calculations, drawings and reports.
• Conduct vibration, dynamic, modal, and time-history analyses.
• Design and validate equipment anchorage and support systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients.
• Prepare engineering reports for regulatory and client review.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers.

Job description

Job Requirements

Who We Are:

Quest Global is an organisation at the forefront of innovation and one of the world’s fastest growing engineering services firms with deep domain knowledge and recognised expertise in the top OEMs across seven industries. We are a twenty-five-year-old company on a journey to becoming a centenary one, driven by aspiration, hunger and humility.

We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible, possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers.

As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognise that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we’re eager to hear from you.

We are looking to expand our Engineering Management capability in all levels of experience and are keen to hear from you if you feel you’re ready to take the next step in your career.

Position Summary

Seeking a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Florida with expertise in seismic analysis, structural mechanics, and Finite Element Analysis (FEA). The engineer will perform advanced structural and mechanical analyses for industrial, energy, manufacturing, infrastructure, or mission-critical facilities. Experience with ASCE 7-16 seismic provisions is highly desirable.

What You will Do:

• Perform seismic qualification and structural analysis of mechanical systems, equipment, and support structures.
• Execute linear and nonlinear Finite Element Analysis (FEA) using tools such as ANSYS, Abaqus, Nastran, SolidWorks Simulation, or similar.
• Develop seismic design criteria in accordance with ASCE 7-16 and relevant building codes.
• Review and approve engineering calculations, drawings, and technical reports.
• Conduct vibration, dynamic, modal, response spectrum, and time-history analysis.
• Design and validate equipment anchorage and support systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and clients.
• Prepare engineering reports suitable for regulatory and client review.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers.
• MS Office tools : MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project

What Will You Bring

• Proven experience delivering engineering activities across the full project lifecycle, from concept design through to implementation.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams, contributing to complex technical solutions and project outcomes.
• Strong track record of producing and reviewing detailed engineering documentation, including calculations, drawings, and technical reports.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with stakeholders and customers to resolve technical and delivery challenge

Required Qualifications

• BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering.
• Active Florida PE License . plus MS, PA,MD, CA, GA, IN, VA, OH, AZ and OR
• 8+ years of engineering experience.
• Strong background in structural mechanics and FEA.
• Experience with seismic analysis methodologies.
• Proficiency in ANSYS, Abaqus, Nastran, or equivalent FEA software.
• Strong report writing and communication skills.
• Proactive approach and work in a fast paced environment
• Self Motivated
• Multifaceted

Work Requirements:

• This role is considered an on-site position located in Florida City,FL (Willing to travel to the Customer site & Service providers, as required)
• You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours.

Pay Range: $114K-$135K

Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.

Travel requirements: Due to the nature of the work, No travel is required.