Senior Mechanical Stress Engineer

Edge Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

EDGE is a global technology group headquartered in the UAE, driving propulsion and defence innovation. We are seeking a Structural Analysis Engineer for POWERTECH to lead stress and vibration analysis of gas turbine components across development programs.

You will collaborate with engineers, perform advanced simulations, and contribute to safety assessments while developing team capabilities and ensuring design integrity.

Qualifications

• Aerospace or mechanical engineering degree required.
• Strong background in gas turbine propulsion, mechanical design, integrity and heat transfer.
• Experience in whole engine structural analysis and clearance assessments a plus.
• Experience in bearing performance assessment a plus.
• 5-15 years or more for senior roles.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize gas turbine systems for life, weight, manufacturability and cost.
• Carry out thermo-mechanical simulations across design conditions.
• Perform creep, fatigue and fracture assessments.
• Conduct vibration and rotodynamic analysis.
• Carry out FMECA to support safety assessments.
• Mentor junior engineers and review designs and testing guidelines.
• Identify risks and plan mitigations.

Skills

Gas turbine propulsion

FEA

C programming

Matlab/Simulink

Siemens NX

SolidWorks

Vibration analysis

Education

Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

Solidworks

Siemens NX

FEA software

MATLAB

Python

Job description

At EDGE bold ideas are engineered into technologies that protect, improve and save lives.

Headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, EDGE is a leading advanced technology group working at the forefront of defence and emerging technologies. Spanning more than 35 specialised companies and multiple centres of excellence, we are purpose-built to move fast. Free from heavy legacy processes, we give our people the autonomy, accountability, and agility to bring breakthrough technologies from concept to reality.

Based in Abu Dhabi, a globally connected hub at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, EDGE is home to a truly multicultural community where bold ideas thrive, and the future is shaped.

Together, we are shaping the future.

ABOUT THE ROLE

About POWERTECH

POWERTECH is a center of excellence for propulsion technologies, specializing in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of combustion engines, expendable turbojet engines, and turbofan engines for a wide range of aerospace, defence, and autonomous applications, including fixed- and rotary-wing UAVs and other advanced platforms.

Position Summary:

Structural Analysis Engineer will be responsible for the stress & vibration analysis of the gas turbine components including compressors, turbines, shafts, bearing systems, and stationary structures within the turbojet and turbofan development programs. This role requires expert knowledge in mechanical design, integrity, gas turbine propulsion, planning for projects and ability to develop individuals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and optimize the gas turbine systems for life, weight, manufacturability and cost.
• Carry out thermo-mechanical simulations at design, off-design and far off-design conditions to ensure safety and operability.
• Carry out creep, fatigue and fracture assessments
• Carry out vibration and rotodynamic analysis
• Carry out FMECA (Failure Mode, Effects, and Criticality Analysis) to support the safety and operability assessments
• Support other team members, develop junior engineers and provide constructive feedback
• Review the designs, simulations and generate testing guidelines
• Identify project risks and plan for mitigation

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering degree or a related field.
• Strong background in gas turbine propulsion, mechanical design, integrity and heat transfer.
• Experience in whole engine structural analysis, clearance assessments is a plus.
• Experience in bearing performance assessment is a plus.
• 5-15 years or more for senior roles

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Technical skills in one or a combination of stated topics.
• Proficient in one of design packages such as Solidworks, Siemens NX or similar.
• Experience in FEA, or lower order simulation methods.
• Experience in programming using C, Matlab/Simulink or similar.
• Awareness on the state-of-the-art technologies in materials, aerodynamics, and structural mechanics to link with structural analysis for gas turbine propulsion

WHY CHOOSE EDGE

Launched in November 2019, the UAE's EDGE is one of the world's leading advanced technology groups, established to develop agile, bold and disruptive solutions for defence and beyond, and to be a catalyst for change and transformation. It is dedicated to bringing breakthrough innovations, products, and services to market with greater speed and efficiency, to position the UAE as a leading global hub for future industries, and to creating clear paths within the sector for the next generation of highly skilled talent to thrive.

At EDGE, the real investment goes beyond compensation. Through our dedicated learning academy and digital learning platforms, employees have access to extensive opportunities to develop new skills, deepen their expertise, and advance their careers. Combined with the freedom to innovate, strong career support and the opportunity to collaborate with world-class talent from across the globe, EDGE is a place where you can continue to grow, keep learning, and turn ambitious ideas into meaningful outcomes.

Working at EDGE also comes with a package that genuinely reflects how much we value our people. Salaries are highly competitive and tax-free and, depending on your role and seniority, benefits can include family visas, annual flight tickets, medical insurance for you and your dependents, and education allowances for your children.

CANDIDATE PRIVACY & EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

If you feel your skills, experience and potential are a strong match for a role, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement. We are genuinely interested in what you can bring to EDGE.

Any information you share as part of your EDGE candidate profile or job application will be handled in accordance with applicable data protection and privacy regulations.

EDGE is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing workforce. We believe every individual deserves to be treated with fairness, respect and dignity, and our employment decisions reflect that. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, religion, gender, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

As a global organisation, effective collaboration across international teams is central to how we work, so English proficiency is required for all roles unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

Please note that EDGE does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Any resumes in the absence of a formally executed agreement in place will be deemed the property of EDGE, and no placement fees or compensation will be payable in respect of such submissions.