Junior Structural Analysis Engineer

Junior Structural Analysis Engineer vacancy for our Zurich based client.

Your tasks:

• Analyse technical specifications, interface documents, and job descriptions.
• Create mathematical models and run structural-mechanical simulations and optimisations (MSC NASTRAN, Altair HyperWorks/OptiStruct; optionally Abaqus & Siemens NX).
• Perform strength analyses for lightweight structures; support composite/sandwich cases where applicable.
• Produce predictions and correlations for static and dynamic experiments (incl. vibro-acoustic FEM where relevant).
• Prepare clear technical reports and presentations (primarily in English).
• Present results in reviews and customer meetings.
• Contribute to the Stress Office's expertise and efficiency (evaluate new methods, tools, and standards; drive standardisation).
• Plan, coordinate, monitor, and support calculation activities within project teams.
• Track budget and schedule for analysis work; ensure delivery to plan.
• Reply to RIDs and close out actions.

Your experience/knowledge:

• University/ETH Master's in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Experience in aerospace (or equivalent) across:
  • FE analysis with MSC NASTRAN, Altair HyperWorks/OptiStruct and/or Abaqus & Siemens NX.
  • Structural analysis (static & dynamic); vibro-acoustic FEM exposure.
  • Mechanical engineering of structures/mechanisms.
• Proficiency building FE models and running analyses in NASTRAN, OptiStruct and/or Abaqus/NX.
• Automation of FEM simulations via Python APIs.
• Knowledge of structures, mechanisms, and solar wings.
• English: fluent (reading, writing, speaking).

Your soft skills:

• Great team player who shares knowledge freely; cooperative and team-first mindset.
• Solution-driven, proactive, and committed to making a difference.
• Strong organisation and coordination skills; systematic, diligent, and able to work independently.

Location: Zurich, Switzerland

Work setting: Hybrid

Sector: Engineering

Start: ASAP

Duration: 5 Months

Workload: 100%

Ref.Nr.: BH 23627

Take the next step and send us your resume along with a daytime phone number where we can reach you.

Due to Swiss work permit restrictions, we can only consider applications from Swiss nationals, EU citizens, and current work-permit holders for Switzerland.

We welcome applications from individuals of all genders, age groups, sexual orientations, personal expressions, ethnic backgrounds, and religious beliefs. Therefore, there is no requirement to provide gender information or a photo in your application.

As per client requirements, we need information about your marital status, nationality, date of birth, and a valid Swiss work permit. For applicants with disabilities, we are happy to explore potential solutions with our end client.

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