Structural Analyst

Description:Eaton Corporation located in Los Angeles, CA (near Glendale metro) has an opening for a Structural Analyst. This position will perform and document and prepare formal report for linear and non-linear structural analyses and vibration analysis on components and assemblies for hydraulic components used in aerospace industry.Duties and Responsibilities:- Identify unnecessary features from solid models received from design group to produce an efficient model for FEM meshing. Direct designer in achieving the end result.- Using Pro/Engineer, ANSYS, MathCAD, or other suitable tools, create finite element models, apply loads and constraints, and run solutions. The models will include nonlinear materials and contact elements.- Based on validated ANSYS results, perform static stress and fatigue analyses and determine margins of safety for all load cases, typically proof test, burst test, fatigue test and vibration test. The stress fields will typically be tri-axial. Frequently the fatigue duty cycle will consist of load cycles of varying amplitudes, so a cumulative damage analysis is required. - If adequate margins are not obtained, recommend design changes to the cognizant project engineer that will provide adequate margins. Revisit analyses to insure the design changes provide adequate margins to all load cases.- Perform structural dynamics analyses to predict the probability of a products surviving vibration and shock tests. Typically the vibration tests will include a random spectrum and/or sine sweeps. A modal analysis is required, and the ability to transform random spectrum inputs into equivalent static loads, assuming a single degree of freedom, is necessary.- Document the results in a technical report suitable for presentation to the external customer.If interested, please apply online at www.eatonjobs.com indicating salary requirements/history. No phone calls or 3rd party vendors please.818Qualifications:EXPERIENCE- Knowledge of ANSYS ( latest version ). Must have the ability to preprocess, solve, and post process complex models. Must be able to perform both linear and non-linear analyses, principally nonlinear materials and/or contact problems, such as bolted joints.- Must be sufficiently proficient in Pro-Engineer to direct removal of unnecessary features from solid models obtained from design groups.- Knowledge of fatigue analysis in metals, including the application of modifying factors to account for the effects of surface finish, test temperature, size, reliability, etc., including the methods of transforming a tri-axial stress field into a form that can be compared to the results of uni-axial fatigue tests found in material references. - Familiarity with MIL-HDBK-5 and Purdue Universitys "Aerospace Structural Metals Handbook" is desirable. MIL-HDBK-5 is the preferred source, with ASMH second.- Oral and written communication skills, especially the ability to write clear, concise reports of analytical work using Microsoft Word and Excel.MINIMUM EDUCATION:BSME, AE, or related field, is required. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:At least one years of analysis experience using Pro/ENGINEER and ANSYS.Working knowledge of simulation software such as MatLab/simulink and / or EASY5 will be a plus.Salary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experienceEaton's comprehensive benefits package - medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement savings plans and more - offers flexibility, choice and value. We know that, as a significant part of Eaton's total compensation package, good benefit plans are important to employees and their families. Flexible Benefits Help Employees Find Coverage Thats Right for Them Including:*Medical*Dental *Vision *Life and AD&D Insurance *Disability*Flexible Spending Accounts *Total Retirement Resources *The Eaton Personal Pension Account *The Eaton Savings Plan (ESP) and Eaton Personal Investment Plan (EPIP *Finding the Balance with Work/Life Programs. *Employee Assistance Program (EAP) *Wellness Programs and Concierge Services *Adoption Benefits *Holidays*Leaves of Absence *Paid Vacation*Tuition ReimbursementJob Location: Los Angeles, CAJob Number: 25731BRCompany URL: http://www.eatonjobs.comCompany Profile:Eaton Corporation is a diversified industrial manufacturer with 2007 sales of $13.0 billion. Eaton is a global leader in electrical systems and components for power quality, distribution and control; fluid power systems and services for industrial, mobile and aircraft equipment; intelligent truck drivetrain systems for safety and fuel economy; and automotive engine air management systems, powertrain solutions and specialty controls for performance, fuel economy and safety. Eaton has 64,000 employees and sells products to customers in more than 140 countries. For more information, visit www.eaton.com Eaton Benefits Company: www.eaton.com Location: Los Angeles, CA 90001 Status: Full Time, Employee Job Category: Engineering Relevant Work Experience: 2+ to 5 Years Job Number: 25731BR