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Research Engineer

2 months ago


San Antonio, Texas, United States Southwest Research Institute Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Research Engineer to join our team at Southwest Research Institute. As a key member of our Marine Structures & Engineering Section, you will be responsible for performing stress analysis of existing or new construction items using finite element analysis methods.

Key Responsibilities
  • Stress Analysis: Perform stress analysis of existing or new construction items using finite element analysis methods, primarily with ANSYS software.
  • Design Support: Provide design support using Creo(Pro-E) and/or SolidWorks, working knowledge of welding methods and joint geometries, pressure-related loading/reactions of stiffened structures, and identification/mitigation of fatigue critical locations.
  • Reporting and Documentation: Generate clear, concise reports, presentations, and other supporting documentation of analysis with concluding recommendations.
  • Project Management: Interface with project managers and team members to identify, plan, and execute project objectives, regularly communicate status, budget, and schedule of ongoing activities.
  • Quality Assurance: Execute quality program objectives both internal and project-specific, that may include drawing reviews, ECO execution/revision processes, or other documentation review and retention requirements.
Requirements
  • Education: Requires a Bachelors or a Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Structural Engineering, or directly related engineering degree with related experience.
  • Experience: 2 - 8 years: Design of mechanical and/or pressure related systems; Design/Analysis experience with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section VIII, Division 2 and 3.
  • Software Skills: Use of finite element software with advanced knowledge of load/constraint application and meshing for geometry, use of either Creo(Pro-E) and/or SolidWorks and willingness to learn either if not already proficient, ANSYS or ability to learn ANSYS if needed.
  • Knowledge and Certifications: Knowledge or interest in Pressure Vessels for Human Occupancy (PVHO-1), ABS Rules for Building and Classing Underwater Vehicles, Systems, and Hyperbaric Facilities, and/or DNV-GL Rules for Classification of Ships, or equivalent Naval specifications.
  • Driver's License: A valid/clear drivers license is required.