Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group · 2 days ago
Stress Engineer
Kalamazoo, MI
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expPentangle Tech Services is seeking Stress Engineers for a consulting engagement in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The role involves performing finite element analysis (FEA) to evaluate the strength and durability of hydraulic components and collaborating with design teams to provide actionable recommendations based on analysis results.
Human ResourcesStaffing AgencyTraining
No H1B
Hiring Manager
Vikas Kamothiya
Responsibilities
Build and validate 3D structural analysis models to assess static responses of hydraulic components and pressure vessels
Define load cases, boundary conditions, and material assumptions; perform margin-of-safety assessments
Execute all FEA activities including model setup, meshing, solution, and post-processing in alignment with client standards
Translate analysis outcomes into actionable design recommendations and optimization strategies
Author brief, clear analysis plans, calculation packages, and stress reports with traceable inputs and assumptions
Participate in design reviews and provide timely, data-driven feedback to design, materials, and manufacturing stakeholders
Adhere to configuration control, revision management, and quality processes in a consulting environment
Execute well-defined analysis tasks under guidance from senior engineers
Develop proficiency in client toolchains, standards, and documentation practices
Contribute to model setup, meshing, post-processing, and concise report writing
Own analysis workstreams from scoping through delivery with minimal supervision
Define methods, assumptions, and acceptance criteria; identify risk areas and mitigation plans
Interface directly with client engineering leadership; present findings and negotiate requirements/solutions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related engineering discipline
Strong fundamentals in solid mechanics, materials, and finite element methods
Proficiency with at least one major FEA solver and post-processor
Ability to produce clear calculation packages and technical reports
Effective communication skills for cross-functional, client-facing work
Authorization to work in the United States
Level I or II with minimum 5 years of relevant structural/stress analysis experience
Preferred
ANSYS preferred
US citizen preferred due to export-control considerations
Abaqus, Nastran/Patran, HyperMesh/HyperWorks, or equivalent experience helpful
NX, Creo, or SolidWorks experience helpful
Company
Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group
Pentangle Tech Services is the fastest-growing Engineering Services Firm.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Sarthak Patel
Chief Executive Officer
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