The Structural Analyst performs advanced Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to evaluate marine mechanical components for strength, durability, and regulatory compliance. This role supports new designs, retrofits, and failure investigations by delivering accurate stress, fatigue, and vibration assessments. Collaborating with design, manufacturing, and classification teams, the analyst plays a key role in ensuring structural integrity and reliability in demanding marine environments.
Develop and validate 3D FEA models for structural and mechanical components such as brackets, housings, supports, and assemblies
Conduct static, fatigue, modal, buckling, thermal, and dynamic analyses using FEA tools (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus, NX Nastran)
Prepare detailed load cases representing wave loads, mechanical operation, thermal cycling, or shock and vibration
Interpret results to recommend design improvements and ensure performance under operational and extreme conditions
Perform fatigue life assessments based on S-N curves, Miner’s Rule, and classification standards
Support failure analysis and root cause investigations for cracked, deformed, or worn components
Collaborate with design, QA, and testing teams to correlate simulation with test results and refine models
Ensure compliance with marine and offshore codes (e.g., ABS, DNV, LR, ISO, IMO)
Contribute to documentation for verification reports, approval packages, and design reviews
Mentor junior engineers and support knowledge sharing on simulation tools and best practices
High-fidelity FEA for marine components under multi-physics loads
Fatigue and fracture analysis in saltwater environments
Compliance with marine classification society standards
Technical interface with design and test teams for design optimization
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, or a related field (required)
Master’s degree or coursework in structural mechanics or simulation (preferred)
Experience:
3–6 years of experience in FEA or structural simulation, preferably for marine, offshore, or heavy machinery systems
Track record of using simulation to influence design decisions and validate complex mechanical structures
Technical Skills:
Proficiency with FEA tools (ANSYS, Abaqus, Simcenter, or similar)
Strong knowledge of stress, fatigue, buckling, thermal, and modal analysis methods
Familiarity with CAD tools (SolidWorks, Siemens NX, CATIA) and mesh generation best practices
Experience interpreting ABS, DNV, or ISO marine structural standards
Competence in post-processing and result interpretation using MATLAB, Python, or Excel
Soft Skills:
Excellent analytical thinking and attention to technical detail
Strong technical communication and documentation abilities
Ability to collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams and handle multiple projects
Proactive in problem-solving and proposing design optimizations