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Mechanical Engineer

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

Utilize cutting edge Digital tools, such as Creo, Windchill and Nastran Finite Element Analysis ... Must be a US Citizen and meet government contract requirements. * Must be able to satisfactorily ...

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Mechanical Engineer

Forest Lake, MN

Utilize cutting edge Digital tools, such as Creo, Windchill and Nastran Finite Element Analysis ... Must be a US Citizen and meet government contract requirements. * Must be able to satisfactorily ...

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Static Stress Engineer (Contract)

Wichita, KS · On-site

$52.50 - $72/hr

... Contract) to join our Engineering Team based in Wichita, KS . This position supports the fleet in ... NASTRAN, PATRAN and HYPERWORKS is desired. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word ...

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Static Stress Engineer (Contract)

Wichita, KS · On-site +1

$52.50 - $72/hr

... Contract) to join our Engineering Team based in Wichita, KS . This position supports the fleet in ... NASTRAN, PATRAN and HYPERWORKS is desired. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word ...

Accord Technologies Inc.

FEA Engineer

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$55.50 - $76/hr

Tucson, Arizona (Onsite) Contract Duration: 2 Years Position type: C2C Must have: FEA Eng, Abaqus ... FE-Safe * NX Nastran * NX Modeling * Python Scripting - Good to have Preferred Experience

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How much do contract nastran jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract nastran in the United States is $48.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41.11 and $50.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Nastran vs Mechanical Engineer?

AspectContract NastranMechanical Engineer
Required CredentialsEngineering degree, Nastran software proficiencyEngineering degree, CAD/CAE skills
Work EnvironmentProject-based, consulting firms, aerospace, automotiveDesign, analysis, manufacturing in various industries
Employer & Industry UsageEngineering consulting, aerospace, defenseManufacturing, product design, R&D

Contract Nastran specialists focus on finite element analysis using Nastran software, often working on short-term projects. Mechanical Engineers have broader roles in design, analysis, and manufacturing across industries. While both require engineering backgrounds, Contract Nastran roles are more specialized in simulation and analysis, whereas Mechanical Engineers work on a wider range of engineering tasks.

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Infographic showing various Contract Nastran job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,781 per year, or $48.9 per hour.

CAE Engineer

Quantum World Technologies Inc

Ann Arbor, MI • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Job Type: Full Time/Contract Role

Job Title: CW CAE Engineer

Job Location: Ann Arbor, MI (Onsite)

Job Description:

  • Develop Strength and Durability of vehicle bodies, closures and components by combining finite element analysis, multibody dynamic simulation and fatigue analysis.
  • Work with cross functional groups to meet project milestones and targets.
  • Determine physical phenomena based on test results, measurements or simulation results to determine best structure or simulation method.
  • Work with related groups to develop light weight structures that meet durability, strength and other requirements

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
  • 2-3 Years of experience in reliability simulation (Body, Closure and Chassis) using Finite Element Analysis, Multibody Dynamics, Fatigue
  • Demonstrated Teamwork and leadership capability
  • Enthusiasm
  • Experience in fatigue, mechanics
  • Need experience using Nastran Abaqus and Ansa