Senior Structural Engineer

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.Candidates with security clearance are preferred.Apply fast, check the full description by scrolling below to find out the full requirements for this role.Target salary: $110-164kThe 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.Must be a US citizen and have the capability to obtain a security clearance, active clearance is preferred. Applicants with Top Secret/SCI with CI poly are preferred.ResponsibilitiesDevelop 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.Participate in design reviews.Properly document analysis.ExperienceBachelor'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 analysisProficient 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 SolidWorksAerospace 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. xhyhwjd Must be able to obtain a security clearance, active clearance is preferred.