Senior Mechanical Engineer Structural Analyst

Acutronic; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical insurance

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Acutronic is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer Structural Analyst in Pittsburgh, United States to develop and optimize structural models for numerous projects. This role involves conducting structural analysis using advanced computational methods, ensuring compliance with military specifications, and collaborating effectively with design teams.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, with a minimum of seven years' experience and strong skills in Finite Element Analysis and numerical methods. Acutronic offers competitive benefits including employer-paid insurance and flexible work schedules.

Qualifications

• Minimum seven years of experience in a related field.
• Highly experienced using the Finite Element Analysis (FEA) process.
• Solid understanding of structural dynamic and vibrations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structural analysis using computational methods like FEA.
• Perform load calculations considering various factors.
• Develop and optimize structural models to meet project specifications.

Skills

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Signal processing

MATLAB

MathCAD

Structural dynamics

Education

Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s or higher degree

Tools

ANSYS Workbench

APDL

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer Structural Analyst

Acutronic is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer Structural Analyst to develop and optimize structural models for components and systems to meet project specifications and implement cost‑benefit analyses to achieve efficient use of materials without compromising performance.

Roles/Responsibilities

• Conduct structural analysis using computational methods such as finite element analysis (FEA) to assess design viability
• Perform load calculations considering static, dynamic, seismic, wind, and thermal loads
• Interpret and apply Military Specifications and design practices, and material standards to ensure compliance
• Develop and optimize structural models for components and systems to meet project specifications
• Collaborate closely with design engineers and project managers to integrate structural considerations
• Prepare detailed reports, documentation, and presentations for stakeholders and report submission
• Oversee prototype testing and validate simulation results against real‑world data
• Implement cost‑benefit analyses to achieve efficient use of materials without compromising performance of the systems
• Update and maintain databases of material properties and structural test data
• Research emerging materials and innovative structural concepts for project enhancement
• Train junior engineers or interns, providing mentorship in analytical approaches and software tools

Profile/Qualifications/Skills

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, required
• Master’s or higher degree is preferred
• At least seven years of experience in a related field, required
• Highly experienced using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) process, with experience using ANSYS Workbench and APDL
• Solid understanding of structural dynamic and vibrations and their effects on controls of multi‑degree‑of‑freedom motion systems
• Ability to use numerical methods, and signal processing to solve linear and nonlinear dynamic and vibration problems using analytical tools such as MATLAB and MathCAD

We Offer

• Employer‑paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) match
• Company‑paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• 9/80 or a 4/10 flex schedule option

Acutronic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us at [e-mail] or phone [phone].