Structural Engineer

Hanover, MD 16 November 2026 iPS Staff Vacancies

Short Description

This is a Structural Engineer / Stress Analyst position. The engineer will perform structural analysis using FEA and hand calculations on subsea structure and vehicles.

Function Description

In the Structural Engineer / Stress Analyst position you will work in a fast-paced environment and perform structural analysis using hand calculations and finite element analysis (FEA) on a wide variety of highly loaded subsea structure such as remotely operated vehicle (ROV) frames, mechanisms, pressure vessels, ship over-boarding equipment, and advanced development projects. You will work with designer engineers from a program’s initial stages through structural testing and completion, influence load path, and ensure structural integrity. The work spans static and dynamic studies, performing linear and non-linear structural analysis including transient shock, fatigue and fracture, bolt and weld analysis, defining load tests, DDAM, and documentation.

Develop load cases and quantify loads for primary and secondary structures.
Perform initial sizing of conceptual structure.
Perform static analysis using industry standard methods (Bruhn, Roark, Shigley).
Perform stress analysis by developing, solving, and post processing large FEA models using ANSYS.
Possess an understanding of converting complex systems into simplified FEA.
Participate in design reviews.
Properly document analysis.
Additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program. Bachelor’s degree is preferred; however, years of experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
15+ years of experience in stress analysis.
Proficient in standard industry analytical methods (FEA and classical hand analysis).
Proficiency in ANSYS, NASTRAN, or similar. ANSYS is strongly preferred as the candidate would need to hit the gound running, there will not be training on the software.
Basic proficiency in 3D CAD platform, preferably SolidWorks.
Familiar with a variety of analyses including static, dynamic, loads, nonlinear contact, stability, vibration, frequency response, transient shock, DDAM, bolt analysis, weld analysis, fatigue, fracture, structural optimization, and pressure vessel analysis.
Organizational skills and ability to prioritize daily activities to meet department objectives.
Very good written communication skills, including the ability to read, write, and understand technical requirements and reports.
Must be able to obtain a security clearance, active clearance is preferred.

If interested, please forward updated CV to edgar@ips.jobs