Lead Mechanical Stress Engineer

Placements24; Polokwane; Vor Ort; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.800.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical and life insurance

Provident fund

Annual performance bonuses

Professional development opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Mechanical Stress Engineer for itsPolokwane, Limpopo-based team. You will lead the stress analysis of complex components using FEA, validating results with testing teams and driving design improvements for reliability and performance.

The role requires a Master’s in Mechanical Engineering with Structural Mechanics focus, 9+ years in stress analysis and proficiency in ANSYS and Abaqus, underpinned by strong materials science knowledge and leadership

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering with Structural Mechanics focus.
• Minimum 9 years in mechanical stress analysis and FEA.
• Expert proficiency in ANSYS Mechanical and Abaqus.
• Strong knowledge of material science, metallurgy and failure modes.

Aufgaben

• Lead the mechanical stress analysis of complex components and assemblies using FEA software.
• Perform static, dynamic, fatigue, and thermal stress analyses to predict component behavior under load.
• Validate simulation results through collaboration with testing teams and interpretation of experimental data.
• Develop robust FEA models, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in analysis processes.
• Define material properties and boundary conditions for accurate simulations.
• Provide expert technical guidance on material selection, design optimization, and failure analysis.
• Collaborate with design engineers to implement design changes that improve structural performance and reliability.
• Mentor and guide junior stress engineers, fostering technical development within the team.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and best practices for stress analysis.

Kenntnisse

Finite element analysis

Structural mechanics

Problem solving

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering (Structural Mechanics / Applied Mechanics)

Tools

ANSYS Mechanical

Abaqus

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role Our client, a prominent manufacturer of heavy industrial equipment, is seeking an experienced Lead Mechanical Stress Engineer to join their core engineering team in Polokwane, Limpopo. This full-time, in-office role is crucial for ensuring the structural integrity and reliability of our client's robust machinery. You will lead the stress analysis efforts, employing advanced simulation techniques to evaluate designs under extreme loads and operating conditions. The position requires a deep understanding of material science, failure mechanisms, and finite element analysis (FEA). Based in Polokwane, Limpopo, you will work within a collaborative environment dedicated to producing high-performance, durable equipment. We are looking for a technical leader with a strong analytical background and the ability to mentor junior engineers, driving excellence in mechanical design and validation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical stress analysis of complex components and assemblies using FEA software.
• Perform static, dynamic, fatigue, and thermal stress analyses to predict component behavior under load.
• Validate simulation results through collaboration with testing teams and interpretation of experimental data.
• Develop robust FEA models, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in analysis processes.
• Define material properties and boundary conditions for accurate simulations.
• Provide expert technical guidance on material selection, design optimization, and failure analysis.
• Collaborate with design engineers to implement design changes that improve structural performance and reliability.
• Mentor and guide junior stress engineers, fostering technical development within the team.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and best practices for stress analysis.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in Structural Mechanics or Applied Mechanics.
• Minimum of 9 years of experience in mechanical stress analysis and FEA.
• Expert proficiency in commercial FEA software packages (e.g., ANSYS Mechanical, Abaqus).
• Strong understanding of solid mechanics, elasticity, plasticity, and fracture mechanics.
• Knowledge of material science, metallurgy, and failure modes is essential.
• Experience in the heavy industrial equipment sector is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proven leadership capabilities and experience mentoring technical staff.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive medical and life insurance, a generous provident fund, and annual performance bonuses.
• Professional development is strongly encouraged through advanced training, conferences, and opportunities for career progression.
• This role is situated in Polokwane, Limpopo, providing a stable base for a rewarding career in heavy industrial engineering.