Structural Analyst

Engtal; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Holidays Paid

PTO

Flexible Schedule 9/80

Flexible Schedule 4/10

Cutting-edge projects

Mentorship

Job summary

Engtal is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer – Structural Analyst to join our dynamic team in Pittsburgh. You will lead advanced structural analyses, developing robust models and validating designs through simulations and testing.

The role requires 7+ years of experience, deep knowledge of FEA, and hands-on use of ANSYS Workbench and APDL. You will collaborate with engineers and project managers, producing clear technical reports and supporting material choices for complex systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 7+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Advanced experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
• Hands-on experience with ANSYS Workbench and APDL.
• Strong understanding of structural dynamics, vibrations, and multi-degree-of-freedom motion systems.
• Experience solving linear and nonlinear dynamic and vibration problems using numerical methods and signal processing.
• Proficiency with analytical tools such as MATLAB and MathCAD.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and technical documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis using FEA to evaluate and validate designs.
• Conduct load calculations involving static, dynamic, seismic, wind, and thermal loads.
• Apply military specifications, engineering design practices, and material standards to ensure compliance.
• Develop and optimize structural models for components and complete systems.
• Collaborate with design engineers and project managers to integrate structural requirements.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, documentation, and presentations for stakeholders.
• Oversee prototype testing and validate simulation results against test data.
• Perform cost-benefit analyses to optimize material usage while maintaining performance.
• Maintain databases of material properties and structural test data.
• Research emerging materials and innovative structural concepts.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and interns.

Skills

FEA experience

Vibration analysis

Structural dynamics

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

ANSYS Workbench

APDL

MATLAB

MathCAD

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer – Structural Analyst to join a dynamic engineering team working on cutting-edge technology. This is an opportunity to take on challenging structural analysis projects, collaborate with experienced engineers, and contribute to the development and optimization of complex mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis using computational methods, including Finite Element Analysis (FEA), to evaluate and validate designs.
• Conduct load calculations involving static, dynamic, seismic, wind, and thermal loads.
• Apply military specifications, engineering design practices, and material standards to ensure compliance.
• Develop and optimize structural models for components and complete systems.
• Collaborate closely with design engineers and project managers to incorporate structural requirements into designs.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, documentation, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee prototype testing and validate simulation results against real-world test data.
• Perform cost-benefit analyses to optimize material usage while maintaining system performance and reliability.
• Maintain databases of material properties and structural test data.
• Research emerging materials and innovative structural concepts to improve future designs.
• Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and interns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 7+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Advanced experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
• Hands‑on experience with ANSYS Workbench and APDL.
• Strong understanding of structural dynamics, vibrations, and multi‑degree‑of‑freedom motion systems.
• Experience solving linear and nonlinear dynamic and vibration problems using numerical methods and signal processing.
• Proficiency with analytical tools such as MATLAB and MathCAD.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, communication, and technical documentation skills.

What’s Offered

• 100% employer‑paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) match
• Company‑paid holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 9/80 or 4/10 flexible work schedule options
• Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge engineering and technology
• Collaborative environment with opportunities for technical growth and mentorship