Mechanical Analysis and Methods Engineer

Talascend is seeking a professional, skilled individual for our Mechanical Analysis and Methods Engineer position located in Bellevue, WA. Responsibilities: Develop analysis methods for predicting mechanical behavior of sodium fast reactor core system and components and document in methodology reports Conduct mechanical analysis of reactor core and core assembly behavior using finite element methods and write formal calculation reports Develop software for automating analysis methods and generating finite element models Write software tests, documentation, and support software quality assurance activities Support planning and design of testing campaigns for validation of analysis methods Conduct analysis for benchmarking test data and validating analysis methods Key Qualifications and Skills: B.S. or Masters in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent 0-3 years professional mechanical analysis experience using hand calculations and finite element methods Strong understanding of solid mechanics and finite element methods Strong coding skills, with a preference for object-oriented programming using Python. Preference will be given to candidates who are also proficient with C++ The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect, and a desire to foster teamwork Actual position starting level and title will be determined based on assessment of qualifications. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary. Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.