Full-Time

Mechanical Engineer 2

Structural Analysis

ALTEN Technology

ALTEN Technology

501-1,000 employees

Full-service engineering services for high-tech

Compensation Overview

$100k - $125k/yr

No H1B Sponsorship

Remote in USA

Remote

US Citizenship Required

Bachelor's, Master's

Category
Mechanical Engineering (1)
Required Skills
Microsoft Office
Word/Pages/Docs
SolidWorks
FEM/FEA
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Microsoft Outlook
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides

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Requirements
  • A Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university plus 4 or more years of engineering analysis and product development experience, or a Master's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university plus 2 or more years of engineering analysis and product development experience.
  • Strong knowledge of finite element analysis, specifically using Femap with NX Nastran for structural and dynamic analysis of mechanical components.
  • Knowledge of computer-aided design packages, preferably SolidWorks, and Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to present and report technical findings.
  • Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems using engineering principles without supervision.
  • Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
  • Ability to share and manage time among multiple projects effectively.
  • Only United States persons, defined as citizens or permanent residents, may apply.
  • Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening is required as a condition of hire.
Responsibilities
  • Analyze mechanical and electromechanical components and assemblies using finite element analysis for static structural and dynamic loads with minimal guidance.
  • Use both solid and shell meshing analysis approaches.
  • Collect, develop, and analyze design inputs.
  • Generate hand calculations to support design decisions.
  • Work under a senior engineer on larger projects when applicable.
  • Lead or participate in design reviews using engineering experience, critical thinking, and expertise.
  • Estimate the scope and duration of proposed analysis projects.
  • Provide inputs to project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and tracking.
  • Communicate with vendors, the team, and project managers to advance projects.
  • Assist in the sales process by quoting and estimating future design and analysis projects.
  • Identify design and product risks and mitigations.
  • Adhere to the company's quality system processes.
  • Compile and present complete engineering design and analysis documentation so product designs can be produced while meeting applicable regulatory requirements.
  • Communicate and coordinate with Mechanical Design Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, and Software Engineering disciplines.
  • Work on projects across defense, space, aviation, robotics, and medical industries.
  • Act as embedded support for a customer for short durations when required, typically working remotely.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with drone equipment or analysis of composite structures.
  • Experience with computer-aided design packages, preferably SolidWorks.

ALTEN Technology provides engineering services to help clients design and develop advanced technology products. It works by offering a range of engineering capabilities, including agile software development, custom software solutions, and integration of commercial and open-source software to cut costs. This collaborative model supports projects across high-impact sectors like aerospace, medical devices, and automotive technology by tailoring solutions to each client’s needs and reducing project risks. The company’s goal is to enable customers to bring innovative products to market more efficiently through flexible, end-to-end engineering services and long-term partnerships.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Greensboro, North Carolina

Founded

1988

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Aerospace and defense accelerated in Q1 2026, supporting ALTEN's North America mix.
  • Canada grew 7% in Q1 2026, helped by aerospace and banking.
  • ALTEN USA still maintains 12 active insights articles, signaling ongoing thought-leadership and recruiting.

What critics are saying

  • ALTEN Group's Q1 2026 North America activity fell 5%, with U.S. down 10%.
  • ALTEN's 2026 hiring cooled to 91 postings, while headcount dropped to 408.
  • Automotive and life sciences weakness threatens ALTEN USA's revenue through 2026.

What makes ALTEN Technology unique

  • ALTEN Technology USA spans aerospace, automotive, and medical devices across one engineering platform.
  • ALTEN North America added COO Marcel Klehr in July 2026, tightening regional execution.
  • Syncroness merger under ALTEN Technology gives Detroit and broader U.S. engineering depth.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Parental Leave

Company News

PR Newswire
Apr 1st, 2022
ALTEN Technology USA and Syncroness Merge to Strengthen US Engineering Service Offerings

/PRNewswire/ -- ALTEN Technology USA Inc. and Syncroness Inc. have merged under the name ALTEN Technology USA Inc. This merger combines decades of...