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Pushing the Boundaries of Machinery Prognostics
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Idaho Office
850 Energy Drive
Suite 307, Office 428
Idaho Falls, ID 83401
P: (208) 522-8560
F: (208) 522-8639

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Mechanical Engineer – Research & Development – Idaho Falls
Sentient Corporation is a technology leader in statistical and physics based product life prediction (prognostics) for military, aerospace, renewable energy and industrial machinery. We develop software and simulation tools and physics-based models that enable new maintenance paradigms which lower the cost of fielding high dollar, rotating equipment such as helicopters, jet fighters and wind turbines. Sentient has enjoyed steady revenue growth and profitability since inception in 2001. Our growing engineering team is comprised of 10 of the best people in their fields, primarily consisting of scientists and engineers, including 4 Ph.D. and 3 M.S. holders. Our corporate headquarters are in Idaho Falls, ID.

Sentient is seeking to fill an immediate job opening for a mechanical engineer with experience. This mechanical engineer will report to the chief scientist to support new or ongoing projects.

In this position you will be challenged to use your technical skills to solve a wide range of engineering problems for our clients. For example:
  • Component modeling and finite element analysis for rotating or structural components
  • Analysis of vibration or other diagnostic data from bearings, gears and other mechanical components
  • Design and operation of laboratory equipment for bearing, gear or other component testing

Strong written and oral skills are required. All of our staff supports report and proposal writing. Background with rotorcraft, turbine engines, aircraft or power generation is strongly desired.

Requires BS in Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of 5 years experience in product design and analysis. Project management and analytical skills (managing data and production support).

Proficiency with LS-DYNA, ABAQUS, MATLAB, Word and Excel.

We offer excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K plus more. Casual dress work environment. Job position is in Idaho Falls, ID.


U.S. citizenship or permanent residency is required for most positions at Sentient, as the work may involve export-controlled defense technologies..

No calls please. Email cover letter and resume in Word or PDF format to: jobs@sentientscience.com



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