Senior Structural Engineer
panthalassaPortland, Oregon
Full Time
Posted March 17, 2026
$150k - $220k
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Job Description
The Senior Structural Engineer will lead the structural analysis and design of mechanical systems for ocean-based renewable energy technologies, developing algorithms and tools to evaluate and optimize designs for durability and performance in harsh marine environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform structural analysis of mechanical systems using FEA tools and hand calculations.
- Develop algorithms and software for automated structural sizing and cost estimation across large design spaces.
- Evaluate load spectra from test and simulation results to inform design decisions.
- Lead stress and fatigue analysis for various subsystems and components.
- Drive the structural design process to ensure robustness, manufacturability, and efficiency.
- Utilize CAD and FEA tools to perform linear, non-linear, and dynamic analyses of large assemblies.
- Collaborate in design reviews with internal teams and external vendors to optimize structural integrity.
Requirements
- An undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
- Wide-ranging experience and advanced knowledge in 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- and post-processing, with 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.
- Travel to vendors and test sites as needed.
- Intermittently able to work longer hours and weekends to support critical needs.
Benefits & Perks
Cash compensation of 150,000 - 220,000 USD
Equity in the company
Flexible paid time off
Health insurance (100% paid for full-time employees, partners, and dependents)
Dental insurance (100% paid for full-time employees, partners, and dependents)
Vision insurance (100% paid for full-time employees, partners, and dependents)
Disability insurance (100% paid for long-term financial support if disabled)
Ability to contribute to tax-advantaged accounts including 401(k), health FSA, and dependent care FSA
Relocation assistance to Portland, Oregon
Flexible working hours
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