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Stealth Battery Startup

CAE Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$186K - $265K/yr

... LS-DYNA, or similar tools; analyze results to assess deformation, failure risk, and design ... S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Applied Mechanics, or related discipline. • 5+ years of ...

ARA

Dynamic Structural Analysis Engineer

Los Altos, CA · On-site

$79K - $130K/yr

Perform engineering analyses on a variety of structures projects. * Identify and qualify new ... Experience with Hypermesh FEA model preprocessors, CAD software such as Solidworks and the LS-DYNA ...

OSTEOCENTRIC TECHNOLOGIES INC

Simulation Engineer

Logan, UT · On-site

$100K - $150K/yr

As our Simulation Engineer , you'll own the full analysis lifecycle: building complex Ansys models ... Develop, set up, and execute simulation models using Ansys Mechanical, Ansys Motion, Ansys LS-DYNA ...

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How much do ls dyna engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for ls dyna engineer in the United States is $111,632.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,500.00 and $132,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of projects and teams do LS-DYNA Engineers typically work with?

LS-DYNA Engineers often work on projects involving structural crash simulations, occupant safety, and impact analysis for industries like automotive and aerospace. Team structures are usually multidisciplinary, involving close collaboration with design engineers, material scientists, and project managers to validate and optimize product designs. You’ll regularly communicate your findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Being a part of these dynamic teams provides excellent opportunities for expanding your technical expertise and advancing into roles like lead simulation engineer or technical specialist.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Ls Dyna Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an LS-DYNA Engineer, you need a solid background in mechanical engineering, finite element analysis (FEA), and specialized experience with LS-DYNA simulation software. Familiarity with pre- and post-processing tools such as ANSA, HyperMesh, and META, along with relevant certifications in FEA or crash analysis, is highly advantageous. Strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and collaboration skills help you interpret results and work seamlessly with cross-functional teams. Mastery of these technical and interpersonal skills ensures accurate, efficient simulations that are vital to developing safe, effective engineering solutions.

What is an LS-DYNA Engineer job?

An LS-DYNA Engineer specializes in finite element analysis (FEA) using the LS-DYNA software to simulate complex engineering problems, such as crash tests, impact analysis, and material behavior. They develop and validate models, run simulations, and interpret results to optimize designs for safety, durability, and performance. This role is common in industries like automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing, where structural integrity and crashworthiness are critical. Strong knowledge of mechanics, material science, and programming is often required.

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Infographic showing various Ls Dyna Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 11% Internship, 3% As Needed, 85% Full Time, and 1% Part Time. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,632 per year, or $53.7 per hour.
Senior Civil Engineer

Senior Civil Engineer

Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC

Rock Hill, SC • Hybrid

$85K - $106K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role:

As a Senior Civil Structural Engineer you will support civil and structural design activities like structural systems evaluation for steel members, reinforced concrete and composite steel, resolving technical issues for design of building structures.

You will report to the Manager of BOP Design and Module Fabrication Support for Building Engineering & Physical Design. You will work a hybrid scenario at the discretion of the manager based in Rock Hill, SC..

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design and develop infrastructure projects, such as roads, bridges, and buildings, ensuring safety and efficiency
  • Conduct site visits to monitor construction progress and ensure compliance with design specifications
  • Evaluate structural systems like steel members, reinforced concrete, composite steel
  • Resolve technical issues for building structure design, fabrication , assembly and construction phases
  • Technical justification for design changes and emergent issues and troubleshooting
  • On-site support at utilities, sites and smaller projects
  • Use ANSYS, LS-DYNA, GTSTRUDL
  • Maintain software compliance records and closure of engineering corrective actions
  • Learn industry civil/structural codes and standards like ACI, AISC, ASCE and AWS
  • Sketches and markups using AutoCAD or similar CAD
  • Document design change proposals, document revisions, new documents and drawing generation
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in civil or structural Engineering
  • 5+ years of experience civil/structural
  • Civil/structural evaluations, design engineering
  • Interested in nuclear and interested in pursuing FE/EIT, PE certification
  • Tools such as ANSYS, LS-DYNA, GTSTRUDL or similar

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $85,200 to $106,500 per year.

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Why Westinghouse?

Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:

  • Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options

  • Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members

  • 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement

  • Paid Vacations and Company Holidays

  • Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance

  • Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers

  • Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service

  • Employee Referral Program

Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:

  • Safety and Quality

  • Integrity and Trust

  • Customer Focus and Innovation

  • Speed and Passion to Win

  • Teamwork and Accountability

While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

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