An Entry Level Structural Engineer job is currently available at Belcan in Windsor, CT. This is a full-time direct job with benefits. Great matching candidates will need a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering. In this role, you will conduct structural analyses of a wide variety of component designs utilizing advanced analytical and CAD tools. This includes turbo machinery components, mechanical systems & controls, and tooling & instrumentation for commercial and military jet engines.

Entry Level Structural Engineer job duties:
* Perform structural analyses using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and post-process results
* Provide technical recommendations for optimizing hardware designs and modeling approach
* Review structural test plans and reports
* Create and present substantiation documentation of analysis results
* Support data acquisition/ reduction of hardware vibration environment measurements
* Support hardware certification testing
* Review non-conformance/ damage reports
* Interface with customers, hardware suppliers, and participate in design reviews / trade studies

Requirements:
* BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering or related field
* Zero to two years' experience
* Strong communication and presentation skills
* High proficiency with Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint
* Experience using FEA software like Ansys
* Due to the nature of our work *US CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED*

Desired, but not required skills:
* Experience using Ansys Workbench or Classic
* Experience evaluating stress and life of parts under vibration
* Experience performing fracture mechanics / damage tolerance analysis
* NASGRO experience
* Active Secret Security Clearance or ability to obtain a plus

Compensation:
We provide a competitive pay and benefits package. This position is offering a salary rate of $58,000 to $65,000 however, Belcan considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to education, experience, geographic location, and discipline. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.'

As an employee with Belcan, you will be part of one of the largest engineering firms in the United States. We maintain a small-company atmosphere as well as open communication at all levels of our organization, allowing for much more dynamic decision-making processes. We offer flexible schedules as well as an excellent mentoring system to ensure that you have all the knowledge and tools you need to meet a diverse range of engineering challenges. You will also have opportunities to advance to positions of greater responsibility, including management roles. Your hard work and professional dedication will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package. Build a challenging and rewarding career with an industry leader!

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