Senior Structural Engineer - 3+ Yrs. Exp. Req.

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Structural Engineer with 3+ years of experience to lead detailed structural analysis and validation of marine structures using finite element methods. The role involves building high-fidelity models, defining realistic marine load scenarios, and correlating analytical predictions with physical test data. This position collaborates with design engineering, development, and manufacturing teams to support design decisions, resolve structural issues, and establish confidence in analytical results that guide production designs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, run, and interpret finite element models using Siemens Simcenter (NX Nastran / Simcenter 3D) and FEMAP.
• Perform structural analysis of marine systems.
• Conduct static, fatigue, modal, vibration, and transient analyses to support design decisions.
• Carry out first principles structural analysis to verify FEA results.
• Define and apply realistic marine load cases.
• Evaluate durability and fatigue life under normal and extreme operating conditions.
• Correlate analytical predictions with physical testing, instrumentation data, field usage, and warranty feedback.
• Support test planning, instrumentation strategies, and model refinement based on test results.
• Collaborate with design engineers to influence structural architecture early in development.
• Support design reviews with clear, data-driven recommendations.
• Define improved analysis methods.
• Produce concise analysis reports documenting assumptions, methods, results, and conclusions.
• Communicate complex structural behavior in practical, actionable terms to cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Naval Architecture, or a related field.
• Required Experience: 3+ years of analysis experience in marine, automotive, aerospace, or related industries; hands-on experience with Siemens Simcenter / NX Nastran.
• Preferred Skills: Familiarity with ISO 12215 standard; experience with fiberglass and composite boat construction; familiarity with sandwich panel structures, bonded joints, and laminate design; exposure to strain measurement and test instrumentation.

Job Type

Full-time

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Location

Knox County, Tennessee

Application Location Note

The application questionnaire indicates the position is located in Vonore, Tennessee 37885.