Senior Mechanical Engineer (Finite Element Analysis Focus)

About the position

Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. The Mechanical Engineer will support advanced engineering analysis and research efforts focused on complex mechanical systems and assemblies, with a strong emphasis on finite element modeling and simulation. This role is responsible for performing high-fidelity structural and multiphysics analyses to support critical programs, including those involving large-scale, highly complex models and novel engineering challenges. The successful candidate will also support a cross-disciplinary project team analyzing and interpreting fastener and joint allowables data per Metallic Material Properties and Development Standardization (MMPDS) guidelines for inclusion into the MMPDS Handbook. The position requires deep expertise in finite element analysis (FEA), including development of custom scripts and subroutines, and the ability to work at the forefront of modeling capabilities—often collaborating with software developers and technical experts to solve problems beyond standard tool applications. This role will play a key part in sustaining and advancing advanced FEA capabilities supporting high-visibility and mission-critical programs.

Responsibilities

  • Perform advanced finite element modeling and analysis (FEA) on complex mechanical assemblies and systems
  • Develop and implement custom scripts and user subroutines for simulation
  • Conduct structural, fracture mechanics, and multiphysics analyses of metal, non-metal, and composite components and assemblies.
  • Analyze material, fastener, and joint allowables data per MMPDS guidelines.
  • Write, review, and present MMPDS Agenda Items at bi-annual meetings.
  • Collaborate with software vendors (Abaqus, ANSYS) on advanced modeling challenges
  • Support critical programs requiring high-confidence analyses
  • Compile and evaluate design and test data and prepare technical recommendations
  • Prepare reports and present findings to stakeholders
  • Participate in technical conferences, peer review panels, industry committee meetings, and other forums to increase company visibility.
  • Travel ~10%
  • Lead or support technical projects and ensure quality and schedule adherence
  • Mentor junior engineers and guide analysis methodology

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant technical field
  • Five plus years of experience in a safety focused industry such as aerospace, nuclear, or power generation with experience in structual design
  • Demonstrated experience in advanced FEA on complex systems
  • Strong background in structural analysis or fracture mechanics
  • Experience with scripting or custom simulation tools
  • Ability to work independently on complex analysis problems
  • Technical Writing and Presenting
  • Strong communication skills
  • Experience mentoring junior staff
  • Willingness and ability to learn new modeling software

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience with large-scale, high-complexity models
  • Proficiency in Abaqus and ANSYS
  • Experience supporting government or defense programs
  • Background in nuclear, aerospace, marine, and/or automotive industries
  • Subject Matter Expertise in at least two of the following: Fatigue, Damage Tolderance, Fastener Analysis, Joint llowables Development, Machine Design
  • Multiphysics modeling experience
  • Active or ability to obtain a security clearance

Benefits

  • Compressed work schedule
  • Flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off
  • Enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement
  • Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote
  • Paid time off
  • Medical coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Vision coverage
  • Wellness incentives and benefits
  • Optional supplemental benefits
  • Coverage for partners
  • Gender-affirming care and health support
  • Family formation support
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Tuition assistance
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