FEM Specialist - Structural Engineering

Boardroom Appointments; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Boardroom Appointments is seeking an FEM Specialist - Structural Engineering to develop, run and interpret advanced finite element models of structural systems using tools such as ABAQUS, ETABS, ANSYS, SAP2000 or Robot.

You will evaluate loads, stresses, deformations and failure modes, supporting design with detailed analysis reports and recommendations, and collaborate with engineers to integrate FEM insights into project execution while ensuring compliance with SANS/Eurocode and internal

Qualifications

• Develop, run, and interpret advanced FEM models of structural systems.
• Evaluate load paths, stress distribution, deformation, and failure modes.
• Support the structural design process with detailed analysis reports and recommendations.
• Collaborate with other engineers to integrate FEM insights into projects.
• Ensure compliance with codes (SANS, Eurocode) and internal standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop, run, and interpret advanced FEM models.
• Evaluate loads, stresses, and deformations in structures.
• Provide analysis reports and design recommendations.
• Collaborate with project teams to apply FEM insights.
• Maintain compliance with applicable codes and standards.

Skills

FEM experience

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Collaborative work

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Civil/Structural Eng

Progress towards ECSA registration

Tools

ABAQUS

ETABS

ANSYS

SAP2000

Robot Structural Analysis

Job description

About the job FEM Specialist - Structural Engineering

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, run, and interpret advanced finite element models of structural systems using software such as ETABS, ABAQUS, SAP2000, Robot Structural Analysis, or similar.
• Familiar with the use of 3D, shell, and plane stress/strain elements in FE modelling.
• Evaluate load paths, stress distribution, deformation, and failure modes in proprietary building technologies construction systems.
• Support the structural design process with detailed analysis reports, calculations, and recommendations for optimisation.
• Collaborate with other engineers to ensure seamless integration of FEM insights into project execution.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes (SANS, Eurocode, or others as required) and internal engineering standards.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (required); Progress towards ECSA registration is a plus.
• Structural engineering experience, with a strong focus on FEM.
• Proficiency in at least one advanced FEM software platform (e.g., ABAQUS, ETABS, ANSYS, SAP2000, Robot, or equivalent).
• Deep understanding of structural mechanics, materials science, and code-based design.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical reporting skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, detail-oriented environment.