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Structural Engineer

Brightpath Associates LLC · Menlo Park, CA,2w ago,verified 16 h ago

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Design, analyze, fabricate and test composite (FRP) and metallic marine vessel hull structures, hands-on.

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Why it is interesting. Hands-on composite hull design through fabrication and testing, including sea trials for USV/ASV vessels.

Might not be for you. Mainly structural design and fabrication work; materials science is applied, not the core focus.

Bench and deskGeneralist BS acceptable

Adjacent materials role:Hands-on experience with FRP composites, composite laminates, and metallic structures; material selection; composite manufacturing (preferred)

Seniority
Mid-level
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
BS
Experience
3+ yrs
Industry
Defense
Role
Product Development
Materials
FRP composites,5 rolescomposite laminates,17 rolesmetallic structures,24 roles
Techniques
structural testing,17 rolesFEA,87 rolesfatigue analysis,13 rolessea trials,2 rolesstructural testing,17 roles

Role details

Job Description:

We are seeking a hands-on Marine Structural Engineer with experience designing, analyzing, fabricating, and testing composite and metallic vessel structures.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • 3+ years of Structural, Mechanical, Marine, or Naval Engineering experience.
  • Strong experience in Marine/Vessel Structural Design, Hull Structures, and Structural Layouts.
  • Hands-on experience with FRP Composites, Composite Laminates, and Metallic Structures.
  • Proficiency in FEA, Structural Analysis, Stress Analysis, Fatigue, Buckling, Shock, and Impact Loads.
  • Experience with SolidWorks CAD, GD&T, Engineering Drawings, and DFM.
  • Knowledge of ANSYS, Abaqus, Nastran, FEMAP, or SolidWorks Simulation.
  • Experience in Structural Fabrication, Prototype Assembly, Integration, Testing, and Troubleshooting.
  • Understanding of Load Paths, Material Selection, Weight Optimization, and Center of Gravity.
  • Experience working with Shipyards, Fabricators, Welders, and Manufacturing Teams.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Marine, Naval Architecture, Aerospace, or Structural Engineering.

Preferred: Marine vessels, USV/ASV, Boatbuilding, Shipbuilding, Defense, Composite Manufacturing, Structural Testing, and Sea Trials.

Important: This is a hands-on structural design and fabrication role, not an FEA-only or analysis-only position.

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Common questions

Where is the Structural Engineer role at Brightpath Associates LLC based?

This role is based in Menlo Park, CA.

What degree is required for the Structural Engineer role at Brightpath Associates LLC?

This role asks for a bachelor's degree.

How many years of experience does this Structural Engineer role require?

The posting calls for at least 3 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this Structural Engineer role work with?

FRP composites, composite laminates, metallic structures.

What techniques or methods are required for this Structural Engineer role?

structural testing, FEA, fatigue analysis.