Junior Protective Design Engineer

ARA’s Southern Division is seeking an entry to mid-level Protection Design Engineer to join our Vicksburg, MS office.  The position involves performing simple to complex structural analysis and design, from basic static design to dynamic, non-linear analysis using finite element and single and multiple degree of freedom methods.  Collaborative teamwork is highly valued with opportunities to work on important, challenging, and high-profile projects across the country and throughout the world.

Specific duties include working with engineers to perform both static and dynamic structural analysis for extreme events, prepare calculation packages, technical reports of analysis and recommendations.  Limited travel may be involved to collect site-specific information, participate in testing depending on project requirements, and interact with existing clients as well as develop business with new clients and markets.   Candidates must be independent; self-motivated; and have excellent technical, communication, and presentation skills.

An interest in project management and business development is beneficial.

 

Position Requirements:


* Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Structural, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent with an emphasis in structural dynamics and structural design. 


* Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.  This position requires a security clearance.  Some items considered for obtaining a security clearance are credit (including bankruptcy), felony convictions, prior drug use, and U.S.

Citizenship.

Position Preferences:


* GPA of at least 3.00


* M.S.

is preferred


* Related work experience or internship experience is preferred


* Knowledge of finite element methods and engineering software including MathCad, SAP2000, LS-DYNA, and AutoCAD or similar is preferred.

Job Location

Vicksburg, MS, U.S.

Education

Required


* Bachelor of Science or better in Mechanical Engineering or related field


* Bachelor of Science or better in Structural Engineering or related field


* Bachelor of Science or better in Civil Engineering or related field

Behaviors

Preferred


* Team Player: Works well as a member of a group


* Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity


* Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Preferred


* Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility


* Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals


* Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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