Freelance Finite Element Analysis Jobs in Indiana

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Stress Analyst to support the structural integrity, reliability, and durability of advanced aerospace and gas turbine components.

The successful candidate will perform stress, mechanical integrity, and lifing assessments on components such as casings, bearing supports, frames, mounts, and other static structures subjected to thermal, pressure, mechanical, and dynamic loading conditions.

This role offers an opportunity to work on technically challenging engineering problems, collaborate with cross-functional teams, participate in peer reviews, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform stress, mechanical integrity, and lifing assessments using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and numerical modeling techniques.

• Analyze structural components subjected to thermal, pressure, mechanical, and dynamic loads.

• Develop and evaluate FEA models to assess component performance and structural integrity.

• Identify root causes of technical problems and develop effective engineering solutions.

• Conduct detailed engineering analysis and provide technical recommendations.

• Participate in peer reviews to ensure technical quality and accuracy.

• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation.

• Communicate analysis results to engineering teams, customers, and cross-functional stakeholders.

• Collaborate with the broader engineering community to share technical knowledge and best practices.

• Contribute to improvements in engineering tools, processes, and analytical methods.

• Provide technical guidance and knowledge sharing to junior engineers and analysts when required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related STEM field with 2+ years of relevant experience; OR

• Master's degree in Engineering/Physics; OR

• PhD in Engineering/Physics.

• 5+ years of hands-on ANSYS experience.

• 5+ years of experience performing stress, mechanical integrity, and lifing assessments.

• Strong experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and numerical modeling.

• Gas turbine / aerospace engineering experience required.

• Experience with ANSYS Workbench required.

• Strong understanding of structural mechanics and stress analysis.

• Experience with dynamic loading and structural analysis.

• Must be a U.S. Person for eligibility purposes.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• ANSYS APDL experience in addition to ANSYS Workbench.

• Experience with product integrity, liability, and certification requirements.

• Experience with strain gauge placement.

• Experience with blade tip timing.

• Experience working with aircraft engines or gas turbine systems.

• Professional engineering organization membership.

• Experience conducting technical peer reviews.

Technical Skills

Required:

• ANSYS Workbench

• Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

• Stress Analysis

• Mechanical Integrity

• Lifing Analysis

• Structural Analysis

• Gas Turbines

• Dynamics

• Aerospace Engineering

Preferred:

• ANSYS APDL

• Strain Gauge Placement

• Blade Tip Timing

• Product Certification

• Engineering Process Improvement

Ageatia was built on the principle of becoming a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the Engineering, Healthcare, Scientific and Information Technology industries. As we grow and evolve, we recognize our differentiation lies not just in traditional staffing, but in true partnerships and collaboration on hiring solutions.

We bring value to our talent by helping them identify their individual skills and aptitudes, matching them with opportunities to excel and creating communities where they can foster their skills and always have a trusted partner in their career.

In supporting our clients, we understand that each organization and culture is unique, and we thrive in collaborating with our clients to provide innovative solutions to suit their specific needs.

The root of our growth and continued success stems from not only our loyal clients and talent, but the dedication of our people. Ageatia takes great pride in our teammates and the culture we built together as an organization. We promote an environment that rewards the hard work and perseverance necessary to solve the unique needs of our clients and talent. The Ageatia family might span across the country, but our team is tightly united around our core purpose, core values and our mission to provide superior service to our customers.