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Senior Structural Engineer

Panthalassa· Engineering
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Portland, OR$150k - $250kFull-timePosted 3mo ago

About the role

Senior Structural Engineer role focused on leading structural analysis for multiple mechanical systems, developing methods/tools to explore millions of design possibilities, and driving efficient structural analysis and cost estimation within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

  • Develop algorithms/software that support the structural sizing of an entire design space in an automated way, allowing millions of end points to be accurately evaluated
  • Work with Nastran input and output files for FEA analyses and scripts
  • Generate and evaluate load spectra from test and simulation results
  • Perform stress hand-calculations and fatigue/damage tolerance analyses for various designs
  • Serve as the stress analyst for core technology subsystems, including device primary structure, pressure- and seawater-tolerant electronics packaging, drivetrains, deployment features, lab-based testing apparatuses, piping/cable routing and layout, and ground-support equipment
  • Drive the structural design of various systems to ensure an efficient end-product that is sufficiently robust and supports an optimal manufacturing process
  • Utilize Femap, NX-Simcenter, and internal FEA tools to perform linear, non-linear, and dynamic analyses of large assemblies
  • Use a CAD software design package (NX) and PDM tool (Teamcenter) to facilitate design changes and stress evaluation
  • Lead and participate in design reviews with the internal team and interface with external fabricators and vendors

Qualifications

  • An undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
  • Wide-ranging experience and advanced knowledge of structural analyses techniques including classical hand analyses and computer analysis tools
  • Proven experience evaluating numerous parts and assemblies that have undergone structural testing and seen service
  • Working knowledge of FEA codes and pre- & post-processing (Nastran preferred)
  • Solid coding abilities, with experience using Python, Julia, Mathematica, or another similar programming language for data review and analysis
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven ability to work in a team environment
  • Confidence working independently to drive a project forward
  • A work history encompassing at least five design, build, test, and deploy cycles for different projects
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, self-starting, and demanding atmosphere

Skills

Required:Structural analysisFEA (Nastran)Python / programming

Benefits

  • Flexible paid time off
  • Health insurance (100% company-paid gold-level PPO for full-time employees, partners, and dependents)
  • Dental insurance (100% for full-time employees, partners, and dependents)
  • Vision insurance (100% for full-time employees, partners, and dependents)
  • Disability insurance (long-term)
  • Ability to contribute to tax-advantaged accounts, including 401(k), health FSA, and dependent care FSA
  • Relocation assistance to Portland (if needed)
Last updated Sep 7, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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