Senior Structural Analyst

Ebara Elliott Energy; Jeannette (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Ebara Elliott Energy in the United States seeks a senior structural analyst to lead turbomachinery analyses using FEA, develop analytical approaches, and guide engineering teams. The role emphasizes rigorous validation, documentation, and adherence to design criteria, with a track record of independent work and technical leadership.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in structural analysis, extensive ANSYS experience, and strong communication skills to support failure investigations and

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Mechanics; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of engineering experience; strong in structural analysis or mechanical design.
• Statics, mechanics of materials, stress analysis, and structural mechanics knowledge.
• Advanced experience with ANSYS Mechanical or similar FEA software.
• CAD knowledge: CREO or equivalent.
• Experience in linear and nonlinear structural analysis (contact, pretension, interference fits, large deformation, material nonlinearities).
• Thermal-structural coupling (transient/steady-state) with temperature-dependent material behavior.
• Pre-stressed modal-to-static analysis; harmonic response is a plus.
• Ability to set loads, BCs, contacts, mesh strategies, and modeling assumptions.
• Evaluate yielding, fracture, fatigue, buckling, joint separation, and failure modes.
• Validate results via hand calculations, equilibrium checks, and mesh convergence.
• Support failure investigations and root-cause analysis; propose corrective designs.
• Familiarity with ASME BPVC and API standards.
• Experience with turbomachinery or rotating equipment is preferred.
• Strong technical communication and mentorship skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform and lead structural and finite element analyses of turbomachinery components and systems.
• Develop analytical approaches, evaluate results against design criteria, and provide recommendations.
• Support design evaluations, product development, failure investigations, and corrective actions.
• Develop and improve analysis methodologies, procedures, documentation, and standards.
• Serve as a technical resource for engineers and collaborate with senior specialists.
• Progressively develop independence and subject-matter expertise in structural analysis.

Skills

FEA expert

Statics & dynamics

Mechanics of materials

Structural mechanics

ANSYS Mechanical

CAD (CREO)

Linear & nonlinear analysis

Thermal-structural coupling

Pre-stressed modal analysis

Failure analysis

Root-cause analysis

Engineering judgment

ASME BPVC/API awareness

Turbomachinery experience

Technical mentorship

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Engineering Mechanics background

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

ANSYS Mechanical

CREO

Job description

Overview & ResponsibilitiesPerform and lead structural and finite element analyses of turbomachinery components and systems. Develop appropriate analytical approaches, evaluate results against applicable design criteria, and provide technically sound recommendations to engineering and other stakeholders.Support complex design evaluations, product development, failure investigations, and corrective actions. Develop and improve analysis methodologies, procedures, documentation, and engineering standards to promote consistency and accuracy across the structural analysis function.Serve as a technical resource for less-experienced engineers and collaborate with senior structural specialists on advanced analysis methods. The position is expected to progressively develop greater technical independence and subject-matter expertise in structural mechanics and FEA.Background & ExperienceBS in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, or related engineering discipline; advanced technical degree preferred.10+ years of applicable engineering experience preferred, with significant experience in structural analysis or mechanical design.Strong knowledge of statics, mechanics of materials, stress analysis, and structural mechanics.Advanced experience with ANSYS Mechanical or comparable FEA software.Basic knowledge in the use of Computer Aided Design programs such as CREO.Experience performing linear and nonlinear structural analysis, including contact, bolt pretension, interference fits, large deformation, and material nonlinearities.Experience with transient & steady-state thermal coupled with static structural analysis, including temperature-dependent, and plastic material behavior.Experience with pre-stressed modal-to-static structural analysis and harmonic response is a plus.Ability to independently establish appropriate loads, boundary conditions, contacts, mesh strategies, and modeling assumptions.Experience evaluating yielding, fracture, fatigue, buckling, joint separation, and other structural failure modes.Demonstrated ability to validate analytical results using hand calculations, reaction-force/equilibrium checks, mesh convergence, and engineering judgment.Experience supporting failure investigations and root-cause analysis and developing corrective design recommendations.Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards, including ASME BPVC and API standards, preferred.Experience with turbomachinery, rotating equipment, pressure-containing components, or similar industrial equipment preferred.Strong technical communication skills with the ability to clearly document and present complex analytical results.Ability to work independently, provide technical guidance to other engineers, and contribute to the development of structural analysis standards, procedures, tools, and best practices.Demonstrated commitment to continued professional development and advancement toward subject-matter expertise in structural analysis.Experience understanding and evaluating residual stresses introduced by manufacturing methods, including machining, forging, and casting, and their influence on structural performance is a major plus.Equal Employment OpportunityEbara Elliott Energy is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by the federal, state or local laws of the United States. Applicants and employees are protected under U.S. federal law from discrimination. To learn more, click here .To learn more about our Job Applicant Privacy Notice, please click here .No agency submissions please. NOTE: Resumes submitted to any Ebara Elliott Energy employee without a current, signed and valid contract in place with the Ebara Elliott Energy recruiting team will become the property of Ebara Elliott Energy and no search fees will be paid.