Structural Engineer

Actalent; Silver Spring (MD); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Structural Engineer to support NOAA Fleet Recapitalization Efforts, focusing on ship acquisitions. The position requires extensive experience in Naval Architecture and offers a hybrid work arrangement, providing opportunities for dynamic involvement in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in Naval Architecture is essential.
• Proficiency in assessing vessel designs against regulatory rules.
• Experience with AutoCAD, FEMAP, ANSYS is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary ship design studies.
• Conduct analyses on ship structures and perform trade-off studies.
• Review and modify engineering drawings.

Skills

Naval Architecture

Cost Estimation

Technical Review

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) certification

Tools

AutoCAD

FEMAP

ANSYS

Job description

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Job Description

We are seeking a Naval Architect/Structural Engineer to contribute to a critical program supporting NOAA Fleet Recapitalization Efforts. This role involves assisting program managers with day-to-day activities related to ship acquisitions. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement with 2-3 days onsite.

Job Title: Structural Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a Naval Architect/Structural Engineer to contribute to a critical program supporting NOAA Fleet Recapitalization Efforts. This role involves assisting program managers with day-to-day activities related to ship acquisitions. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement with 2-3 days onsite.

Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary ship design studies.
• Conduct analyses on ship structures and perform trade-off studies.
• Estimate costs of design changes.
• Review and modify drawings.
• Conduct ship checks and oversee construction.
  
  

Essential Skills

• 8 years of experience in Naval Architecture.
• Proficiency in assessing vessel designs to meet regulatory rules for stability and design.
• Experience with AutoCAD and related software.
• Strong technical and specification review and writing skills.
• Ability to review and modify engineering drawings.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) certification in Naval Architecture or related engineering disciplines.
• Proficiency in FEMAP, MAESTRO, ANSYS.
• Experience with cost estimation.
• Knowledge of production techniques for steel ships.
• Experience with Shipconstructor.
  
  

Work Environment

The work environment is dynamic and offers opportunities to expand beyond traditional roles within a smaller team setting. The office is located in Silver Spring, close to a Metro stop, providing convenient access. The work arrangement is hybrid with 2-3 days onsite and occasional travel.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $110000.00 - $130000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

Available For This Temporary Role May Include The Following

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Silver Spring,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 23, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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