Senior Structural /Stress Engineer

ZealHire Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

ZealHire is hiring a Senior Structural/Stress Engineer in Hanover, MD for a contract-to-hire role onsite. You will perform structural analysis on subsea structures and ROV components using FEA and hand calculations, working from concept to testing with a focus on load paths and structural integrity.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in stress analysis, proficiency in ANSYS and SolidWorks, and a background in aerospace is a plus.

Qualifications

• 10+ years stress analysis experience required.
• US citizen; Hanover, MD candidates only.
• Proficiency in ANSYS and SolidWorks; NASTRAN a plus.
• ABET-accredited engineering degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop load cases and quantify loads for primary and secondary structures.
• Perform static and dynamic analysis using FEA and hand methods.
• Solve large ANSYS models and document results clearly.
• Convert complex systems into simplified FEA models and report findings.
• Collaborate with designer engineers through testing and validation.

Skills

Stress analysis

ANSYS

SolidWorks

Security clearance

ABET degree

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

NASTRAN

SOLIDWORKS

Job description

Senior Structural /Stress Engineer | JPC-9007

ZealHire. Hanover, Maryland, United States Contract Deadline: Dec 2, 2026

Our client is located in Hanover, MD and looking to add a Structural Engineer / Stress Analyst to their team on a contract to hire basis. This role is fully onsite.

Must be a US Citizen.

REQUIREMENTS

• 10+ years stress analysis experience REQUIRED
• Aerospace industry experience is ideal
• Proficiency in ANSYS
• Proficiency in SolidWorks
• Hanover, MD CANDIDATES ONLY
• Interviews: 1 MS Teams, 2nd in person meeting with panel

The Structural Engineer / Stress Analyst will perform structural analysis using FEA and hand calculations on subsea structure and vehicles.

In the Structural Engineer / Stress Analyst position you will work in a fast-paced environment and perform structural analysis using hand calculations and finite element analysis (FEA) on a wide variety of highly loaded subsea structure such as remotely operated vehicle (ROV) frames, mechanisms, pressure vessels, ship over-boarding equipment, and advanced development projects. You will work with designer engineers from a program’s initial stages through structural testing and completion, influence load path, and ensure structural integrity. The work spans static and dynamic studies, performing linear and non-linear structural analysis including transient shock, fatigue and fracture, bolt and weld analysis, defining load tests, DDAM, and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop load cases and quantify loads for primary and secondary structures.
• Perform initial sizing of conceptual structure.
• Perform static analysis using industry standard methods (Bruhn, Roark, Shigley).
• Perform stress analysis by developing, solving, and post processing large FEA models using ANSYS.
• Possess an understanding of converting complex systems into simplified FEA.
• Properly document analysis.

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program is preferred; however, years of experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
• 10-15+ years of experience in stress analysis
• Proficient in standard industry analytical methods (FEA and classical hand analysis).
• Proficiency in ANSYS, NASTRAN, or similar.
• ANSYS is strongly preferred as the candidate would need to hit the ground running, there will not be training on the software.
• Basic proficiency in 3D CAD platform, preferably SolidWorks.
• Aerospace industry experience is highly preferred.
• Familiar with a variety of analyses including static, dynamic, loads, nonlinear contact, stability, vibration, frequency response, transient shock, DDAM, bolt analysis, weld analysis, fatigue, fracture, structural optimization, and pressure vessel analysis.
• Organizational skills and ability to prioritize daily activities to meet department objectives.
• Very good written communication skills, including the ability to read, write, and understand technical requirements and reports.
• Must be able to obtain a security clearance, active clearance is preferred.

Requirements

• 10+ years of work experience with Stress Analysis
• 1+ years of work experience with Ansys Products
• 1+ years of work experience with SOLIDWORKS

$000,000 – $000,000 Salary range is not shown on the candidate portal