Senior Structures Engineer

10+ years of work experience as a Design Engineer, with a proven track record in complex structural, mechanical, or installation-support systems.

Familiarity with construction procedures, temporary structures, and construction engineering and installation support.

Proven success in designing and building multi-degree of freedom precision systems and high-load lifting equipment.

Expertise in engineering analysis, including the application of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for structural integrity and dynamic/fatigue loading.Proven expertise in structural analysis, including the proficient application of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to assess dynamic/fatigue loading and ensure structural integrity.

Strong understanding of material properties, manufacturing processes, and Design for Manufacturability (DFM).

Advanced knowledge of CAD software and extensive experience in GD&T.

Drive and develop innovative designs for the specialized tools and equipment required for the installation, maintenance, heavy-lift, and high-precision alignment of large fusion machine components.

Design temporary support structures—including frames, fixtures, falsework, scaffolding, and temporary hoists—required for the installation and erection of the fusion machine.

Own the structural interfaces between the fusion machine and the civil facility, including the design of foundation embedments, anchorages, and load-distribution steelwork.

Design and analyze seismic restraint systems and vibration isolation mounts to protect high-precision, high-mass fusion components.

Design test stands and develop load-proofing protocols to physically validate custom lifting and handling equipment prior to active use.

Provide miscellaneous structural engineering support and detailed mechanical analysis, including Finite Element Analysis (FEA), for various mechanical design scopes and high-load systems.