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Mechanical Engineer, Structures

Panthalassa· Engineering
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Portland, OR$105k - $145kfull-timePosted 3mo ago

About the role

Mechanical Engineer responsible for the design, development, and analysis of Node structures and subsystems from concept through deployment at sea, with emphasis on manufacturability, reliability in offshore environments, and end-to-end ownership.

Responsibilities

  • Own the design, analysis, and development of Node structures, secondary structures, and subassemblies
  • Perform structural and dynamic analysis (FEA, hand calcs, margins, etc.) to validate designs including fatigue analysis
  • Create and maintain component and assembly CAD models
  • Create detailed component and assembly drawings with GD&T and tolerance stack-ups
  • Drive design trade studies and engineering reviews, documenting decisions and technical findings
  • Drive material selection and corrosion-conscious detailing for long-duration seawater service
  • Plan and support structural validation testing, from coupon/component tests through prototype and at-sea trials
  • Collaborate with offshore operations, technicians, and manufacturing teams to ensure designs are practical and buildable

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Naval Architecture, or a related technical field
  • 3+ years of experience in mechanical or structural design engineering, including internships, research, or project work
  • Demonstrated 3D CAD modeling experience
  • Strong structural analysis fundamentals (load paths, hand calculations, FEA)
  • Exposure to metallic structural design, GD&T, drawing creation, integration, and testing
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment

Skills

Required:3D CAD modelingStructural analysis (FEA)GD&T

Benefits

  • Flexible paid time off
  • Health insurance (100% of premium for full-time employees and dependents)
  • Dental insurance (100% for full-time employees and dependents)
  • Vision insurance (100% for full-time employees and dependents)
  • Disability insurance (long-term)
  • 401(k), health FSA, dependent care FSA
  • Relocation assistance to Portland
Last updated Sep 7, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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