Staff Mechanical Analysis Engineer

Caterpillar•San Diego, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is part of Solar Turbines’ Turbomachinery Packaging Standards Group and supports the design, validation, and execution of standard offerings for customer projects. The engineer will initially execute engineering analyses in support of customer project execution and receive training in packaging structural analysis using classical calculation methods and tools such as RISA-3D and ANSYS. After becoming familiar with Solar Turbines’ products and processes, the engineer will specialize in two or more mechanical analysis disciplines as a designated subject matter expert, working with senior engineers to develop subject-matter knowledge. The role works cross-functionally with engineers across the business to define project details and complete tasks. The successful candidate is willing to learn, applies complex concepts, pays close attention to detail, manages multiple priorities, and meets deadlines. Solar Turbines, a Caterpillar subsidiary, provides turbomachinery energy solutions for power generation and motor-driven compression products and packages in the 1–39 megawatt range. The position requires working onsite five days a week. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering field.
0–3 years of engineering experience.
Experience using CAD software such as Creo Parametric, SolidWorks, or SpaceClaim.
Strong ability with Microsoft Office programs, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
Experience with Excel Macros (VBA), Python, MATLAB, or a similar programming language.
Strong fundamental mechanical design understanding.
Willingness to learn, aptitude for applying complex subjects, and strong attention to detail.
Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Ability to work onsite five days a week.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of turbomachinery system applications, design, and operations.
Experience with analysis tools such as ANSYS, RISA-3D, and SpaceClaim.
Basic understanding of vibration analysis.
Ability to work well with others and lead smaller development efforts.
Strong self-initiation, a positive attitude, a sense of urgency to meet deadlines, and ability to communicate ideas clearly.

Responsibilities

Execute engineering analyses in support of customer project execution.
Learn and perform packaging structural analysis using classical calculation methods and tools such as RISA-3D and ANSYS.
After training, specialize in two or more mechanical analysis disciplines as a designated subject matter expert.
Work with senior engineers to develop knowledge in related subject areas.
Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers to define project details and execute required tasks.
Manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.