Analyst - Structural III
Listed on 2026-07-14
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Structural Engineer
Structural Analyst III
Location:
Kent, WA Type:
Contract / On-Site Compensation: $94 per hour
• Perform strength assessments utilizing both classical analysis techniques and finite element analysis (FEA) for tooling and ground support equipment (GSE)
• Document and review stress analyses to facilitate the release of engineering drawings and related documentation
• Mentor tooling designers on best practices in stress, stability, and fracture analysis
• Provide technical guidance on design concepts, including risk, cost, and performance trade-offs
• Support cross-functional teams with input for design development, analysis, and trade studies
• Lead conceptual and detailed analysis of tooling and equipment for the manufacture and assembly of structural components, mechanical/actuated systems, and hydraulic and fluid systems
• Serve as the technical point of contact and responsible party for vendor-developed tooling projects
• Bachelors degree in engineering (minimum), with at least 8 years of experience analyzing ground support equipment (GSE) or tooling in the automotive, aerospace or similar industry
• Experience creating and validating finite element models (FEMs) using Ansys or NX Simulation with Nastran
• Proven
Experience of FEA using 1D, 2D & 3D elements with models containing weldments, machined parts, and weldments
• Proficiency in generating free-body diagrams to calculate internal loads and reaction forces, and in simplifying and idealizing structural problems of varying complexity
• Extensive experience analyzing steel and aluminum tooling, including machining fixtures and weldments using hand calculations
• Proficiency in performing bolted joint hand calculations (bolt preload, joint stiffness, shear-tension interaction, insert pull-out, etc.)
• Proficiency in performing welded joint hand calculations (required size, length, effective throat, direct and resultant stress, and failure modes)
• Demonstrated ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• Familiarity with applicable structural codes (AISC-360, ASME B30 & 31, ASME BTH-1, etc.)
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