Senior Mechanical Analysis Engineer
Company: Barber-Nichols LLC
Location: Arvada
Posted on: March 6, 2026
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Job Description:
About Barber-Nichols: Barber-Nichols (BN) is a premier provider
of custom turbomachinery solutions serving the Defense, Aerospace,
Cryogenics, and Energy industries. Our team consists of industry
leaders who collaborate closely with equally accomplished customers
to deliver technologies that advance their markets and establish
enduring partnerships. At BN, we foster a results-driven
environment that values professional growth, rewards achievement,
and supports innovation. From designing the blower for NASA’s
Dragonfly mission to Saturn’s moon Titan to engineering critical
components for the U.S. Navy’s MK-48 program, BN’s portfolio spans
some of the most exciting and impactful projects in the world. For
those seeking to contribute to impactful projects alongside a
highly skilled team, BN offers an exceptional place to build your
career. Position Summary: The Senior Engineer is a technical leader
responsible for delivering advanced engineering solutions in
electromechanical turbomachinery design and analysis. This role
performs complex engineering tasks, provides technical judgment,
and integrates structural, thermal, and rotordynamic considerations
into robust subsystem designs. Senior Engineers take ownership of
major work packages and may lead projects, coordinating engineering
activities across teams. They also mentor early-career engineers
and drive continuous improvement in engineering practices. Key
Results Areas: 1. Advanced Engineering and Technical Leadership
Execute engineering analysis and design of increasingly challenging
assignments with only high-level oversight by more senior engineers
as part of the engineering and design process, with the ability to
independently identify and deliver the appropriate deliverable for
a given technical task efficiently Performs challenging
calculations involving heat transfer, structural and rotating
component stress analysis, aero/hydrodynamics, cycle analysis,
component sizing, etc. Coordinates component and/or rig testing,
prepares results and suggests conclusions. Reviews designs and
drawings to ensure they conform to project specifications and
requirements. Completes challenging analysis using FEA, CFD, hand
calculations, or other engineering methods with only high-level
oversight by more senior engineers. Drives problem resolution and
tool improvement through working with project and cross functional
teams. Proven ability to lead and support testing, validation,
qualification, and acceptance activities to ensure products meet or
exceed all technical and customer requirements. 2. Project
Leadership and Cross-Functional Integration Ability to guide
project team through the technical execution of clean-sheet
turbomachinery efforts in close collaboration with senior
engineering leadership. Assist in or lead project activities
working cross-functionally, creating and maintaining project
budgets, schedules, risk management, requirements management, and
the design review process, including customer meetings and
communication. Prepare and present design documentation, analysis
reports, and review materials. Additional responsibilities may
include component test support and data analysis, design tool
verification and documentation, design guideline creation,
management and customer presentations, design review support, and
more. 3. Collaboration and Continuous Improvement Act as the
technical interface within assigned projects between customers,
internal teams, and suppliers. Mentor less experienced engineers
providing technical coaching and review. Contribute to the
development of engineering standards, methods, and best practices.
Champion continuous improvement in tools, workflows, and
first-time-right execution. Provide effective communication and
teamwork to successfully function as part of the project team. Work
closely with analysts, designers, and cross-functional teams to
ensure designs integrate correctly. Support troubleshooting during
manufacturing, testing, and prototype builds.
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