Senior Principal Engineer, Structural Lifing & Analysis

Pratt & Whitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 132,400 - 251,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off

Employee Scholar Program

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney, based in East Hartford, Connecticut, is looking for a senior structural engineer to develop and support lifing systems and analysis tools for aircraft engines. This role involves leading analysis and providing guidance on complex engineering tasks.

Successful candidates will possess a bachelor’s degree in a related engineering discipline alongside significant engineering experience. The position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and flexible working hours.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience or 7+ years with an advanced degree.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Ability to make sound engineering decisions.
• Proven independence in directing analyses.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support lifing systems and analysis tools.
• Lead analysis across structural materials in engine design.
• Conduct advanced structural evaluations.
• Provide guidance on vibration and fracture mechanics.
• Lead data processing and technical recommendations.
• Direct engineering methods and process improvements.
• Mentor early career engineers.
• Represent organization in technical discussions.
• Contribute to engineering standards and practices.

Skills

Fatigue

Fracture mechanics

Dynamics

Aeromechanics

Structural lifing methods

ANSYS

Python

MATLAB

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Materials, or related engineering discipline

Advanced degree

Tools

FEA tools

Structural analysis tools

Job description

Pratt & Whitney, based in East Hartford, Connecticut, is looking for a senior structural engineer to develop and support lifing systems and analysis tools for aircraft engines. This role involves leading analysis and providing guidance on complex engineering tasks.

Successful candidates will possess a bachelor’s degree in a related engineering discipline alongside significant engineering experience. The position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and flexible working hours.