Structural Engineer - New Berlin, WI

ZipRecruiter; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Structural / Mechanical Analysis Engineer to join their innovative team. This role involves performing critical analytical calculations and evaluations of crane components, ensuring compliance with industry standards. You will utilize advanced tools like MathCad and ANSYS to create detailed models and optimize designs. The company offers a dynamic work environment that values diverse backgrounds and promotes personal growth. With comprehensive benefits and a commitment to employee well-being, this position is perfect for those eager to make a significant impact in the field of engineering and material handling solutions.

Benefits

Medical Plan

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Plan with Match

Profit Sharing

Accident Insurance

Travel Insurance

Vacation Days

Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in mechanical or structural calculations for steel equipment.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards like AWS D1.1/D14.1, AISC, CMAA.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical calculations for structural and mechanical components of cranes.
• Build detailed 3-D ANSYS models to simulate crane behavior during seismic events.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Structural Analysis

Fatigue Analysis

MathCad

ANSYS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Structural or Civil Engineering

Master's degree or PhD

Tools

MathCad

ANSYS

Excel

Job description

Job Description

Company Description

At Konecranes, we believe that great customer experience is built on the people behind the Konecranes name. Everything we do, we do with passion and drive. We believe drives business success and is the foundation for our growth. We welcome different backgrounds and skills that enrich our community and we promote a place where we can ALL be ourselves. This is what makes Konecranes a unique place to work.

Job Position: Structural / Mechanical Analysis Engineer

Job Duties:

• Perform analytical calculations to compute the stresses developed in structural and mechanical components of crane. Knowledge of different static and fatigue failure theories based on stress life approach is required to compute the allowable stresses according to industry standards.
• Evaluate the static strength and fatigue life of fasteners (welds, bolts and keys), shafts, bearings, gears. Expertise in standards like AWS D1.1/D14.1, AISC, CMAA and AGMA is a must.
• Use of MathCad, ANSYS, KC Developed Programs and other in-house built analytical tools to perform and present mechanical and structural calculations of crane components conforming to the specifications of NOG, AISC, ASME, AGMA, CMAA, NUREG, EN, KTR, etc. Develop programs in MathCAD, Excel and APDL to standardize and automate these calculations. The ability to perform calculation is vital in order to validate a calculation using a secondary/independent method of analysis.
• Build detailed 3-D ANSYS models of overhead, gantry and jib cranes to exactly simulate the behavior of trolley, bridge and the complex motion of rope during a seismic event.
• Perform global and local buckling analysis of crane and crane components using Eigen value analysis, Nonlinear analysis and analytical calculations that meets CMAA, FEM, EN and NOG requirements.
• Perform optimization of bridge girders and other crane components subjected to various geometry and functional constraints like buckling, yielding and fatigue.
• Knowledge on ASCE, IBC codes is a plus.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Structural or Civil Engineering. Preference to Masters degree or PhD.

2. A minimum of 2 years of related experience performing mechanical or structural calculations for steel equipment. Preference for five years of related experience.

3. Must be able to travel both domestically and internationally.

Additional Information

What we offer:

Benefits: Medical Plan, Dental, Vision, 401k plan with a match from day one, profit sharing, theft protection, accident insurance, travel insurance and so much more!

Vacation: 2 weeks of vacation per year (pro-rated for the first year depending on start date). 5-12 years of service, 3 weeks. 13+ years of service, 4 weeks.

Sick Leave: 5 days of Sick Leave per year. Pro-rated the first year after 90 days of service.

Holidays: 10 paid holidays per year.

Konecranes moves what matters. Konecranes is a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way. That's why, with 16 000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle and move what the world needs.

Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment which is free from any form of discrimination. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Other Protected Category.

Konecranes, Inc. and its affiliates will not accept resumes from external recruiters or agencies without a Service Agreement and Agency Portal submission. Any resumes sent without a Service Agreement and Agency Portal submission with Konecranes, Inc. are void of any fees and free for internal use. Applicable Konecranes data protection obligations are the responsibility of the agency.