Mechanical and Materials Engineer

Mechanical and Materials Engineer

CRES is a leading consulting and applied research company dedicated to improving the safety and reliability of energy infrastructure. CRES is a small company that makes a big impact on the world stage.

CRES offers a dynamic, highly technical, and close-knit work environment for the career growth of our staff.  One of the most satisfying experiences at CRES is seeing the real-world impact of our work products. We constantly challenge the “old ways” by developing new technologies and processes that change the practice of the entire industry.    

We have openings for research engineers for full-time positions located in Dublin, OH.

Engineers in this position will be performing computational modeling/analysis and mechanical testing of energy systems, such as pipelines, and preparing technical reports and papers. The engineer will work closely with fellow team members and the project leads throughout the full lifecycle of a project, including scope definition, proposal preparation, work planning and execution, deliverable preparation, and communication with clients.

• Performing finite element modeling and analysis for energy systems under complex operational and environmental loadings
• Leading mechanical test programs and/or interacting with individuals responsible for test programs
• Interpreting and utilizing test results and analysis outcomes
• Developing predicative models for component integrity using a combination of analytical and numerical tools
• Implementing predicative models in software formats for client deployment
• Presenting updates on technical tasks in internal discussions and client meetings
• Collaborating and coordinating seamlessly with cross-disciplinary project teams and/or clients, refining complex technical information into accessible, compelling narratives
• Fostering an including, collaborative environment within the team and organization
• Drafting technical reports and papers for clients, conferences, and journal publications
• Engage with technical groups (e.g. PRCI, PHMSA, API) on energy systems to ensure seamless collaboration and knowledge exchange

• Bachelor’s degree in material, mechanical, civil, or aerospace engineering with three years’ experience; Master’s or PhD degree is highly preferred
• Solid foundation in the following subject areas
• Solid mechanics
• Fracture mechanics
• Material degradation and failure
• Familiarity with at least one commercial finite element analysis (FEA) package (ABAQUS preferred)
• Familiarity with mechanical testing
• Excellent communication skills, familiarity with oral presentation and technical writing

• Project management including scheduling, budgeting, scoping, and communication
• Knowledge or project experience in any of the following subject areas:
• Metallurgy
• Welding
• Computational mechanics
• Soil mechanics
• Non-destructive examination
• Pipeline in-line inspection
• Familiarity with finite element meshing algorithms
• Exposure to Fortran, C , Python development or MATLAB

• Enthusiastic about taking on new subject areas
• Good work attitude, able to work in a team environment
• Passionate about mechanistic understanding of engineering problems
• Leadership and team building experience
• Takes initiative in improving established workflow or processes, e.g., task automation

• Autonomy with flexible work schedule
• Learning opportunities in a wide range of technical areas
• High individual impact on project and company business
• Community atmosphere
• Agile, small team without red tape or bureaucracy
• Transparency and employee participation in company decisions

• Competitive compensation with regular pay and a bonus plan
• 401(k) matching
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Parental leave
• Salary continuation
• Visa and immigration sponsorship
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development including external training
• Publications and conference attendance
• Paid membership at professional societies
• Weekly catered lunch
• Snacks
• Exercise room
• Match for athletic membership
• Match for charitable donation
• Holiday present

   Interested candidates may send resumes to jobs@cres-americas.com.