1002 FEA Analyst MID /SR

ALTEN Mexico, is a leading engineering company that specializes in providing innovative solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. We work directly with different industries including Automotive, Energy, Aeronautics, Banking & Insurance, Telecom & Multimedia, and Rail; offering services ranging from project design development to test/validation, programming, implementation, and manufacturing.

ALTEN Mexico as a subsidiary of the ALTEN Group. Currently working with international clients, and we are looking for a FEA Analyst who will contribute to the development of an Iron Air Battery , a large-scale energy storage solution, through advanced Finite Element Analysis (FEA) with structural simulation specialist for structures, shock, vibration, and durability . The goal is to ensure the performance, safety, and durability of mechanical, thermal, and airflow components, optimizing the design for scalability and efficiency in grid-level applications.

Location: Remote
Experience Level: 3+ years
English: B2 C1

Key Responsibilities

• Build, update, or validate structural models for pack structures, roof/base skid, cell hardware, and plastic or scrubber components.
• Evaluate material reduction and structural margin while protecting requirements.
• Perform shock, vibration, stiffness, stress, and durability assessments as applicable.
• Document assumptions, load cases, mesh quality, results, limitations, and recommendations.
• Collaborate with designers to iterate geometry and support verification planning.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Bachelors or advanced degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Civil/Structural Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years for analyst or 6+ years for senior analyst in structural FEA.
• Hands-on experience with a recognized FEA pre/post processor and solver.
• Topology and sizing optimization experience.
• Strong fundamentals in mechanics of materials, dynamics, vibration, fatigue, and engineering validation.
• Meshing, idealization, boundary conditions, load-case definition, material models, and model quality checks.
• Correlation or validation of models using available test or historical data.Design optimization and clear translation of CAE findings into actionable design changes.

• English level B2 C1 .

Preferred Skills

• Multiphysics simulations (CFD-FEA coupling)
• Knowledge of iron air batteries,
• Knowledge of NFPA 69
• Knowledge of IEC 62485
• Expertise with Python/MATLAB

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.
• Technical leadership and decision-making capability.
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Time management and ability to operate under tight deadlines.
• Detail-oriented mindset with strong documentation discipline.
• Supplier coordination and negotiation skills.
• Continuous improvement and robust design focus.

• Competitive salary
• Benefits above those required by law
• Career growth and development plan
• Remote work scheme