Senior Mechanical Stress Analyst

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and performance-in­

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work in Pretoria

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Mechanical Stress Analyst to join our engineering team in Pretoria. You will perform advanced FEA, develop analytical models, and collaborate with design engineers to optimize components for durability under varied conditions.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years of experience in mechanical stress analysis and a strong background in solid mechanics, material science, and fracture mechanics, with a proven track record in hybrid work environments.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field with specialization in solid mechanics or computational mechanics.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience specifically in mechanical stress analysis and FEA.
• Extensive experience with FEA software packages and pre/post-processors.
• Strong theoretical foundation in solid mechanics, material science, and fracture mechanics.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work model, balancing on-site and remote collaboration.
• Excellent analytical, reporting, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced finite element analysis (FEA) to evaluate stress, strain, fatigue, and deformation in mechanical components.
• Develop and validate analytical models using industry-standard software such as ANSYS, Abaqus, or similar tools.
• Interpret simulation results and provide clear, actionable recommendations to design engineers.
• Perform modal analysis, thermal analysis, and dynamic response simulations.
• Collaborate with the design team to optimize component geometry and material selection for improved performance and durability.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in stress analysis techniques and simulation technologies.

Skills

FEA

Solid mechanics

Fracture mechanics

Material science

Reporting & documentation

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering (specialization in solid/computational mechanics)

Tools

ANSYS

Abaqus

Pre/post processors

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Mechanical Stress Analyst to join their engineering team in Pretoria . This critical role focuses on performing in-depth analysis of mechanical components and structures to ensure their integrity, safety, and reliability under various operating conditions. You will employ advanced simulation techniques and analytical methods to predict performance and identify potential failure modes. The ideal candidate is a meticulous problem-solver with a deep understanding of structural mechanics and material behavior, contributing essential expertise to the design and validation process in a hybrid work setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced finite element analysis (FEA) to evaluate stress, strain, fatigue, and deformation in mechanical components.
• Develop and validate analytical models using industry-standard software such as ANSYS, Abaqus, or similar tools.
• Interpret simulation results and provide clear, actionable recommendations to design engineers.
• Perform modal analysis, thermal analysis, and dynamic response simulations.
• Collaborate with the design team to optimize component geometry and material selection for improved performance and durability.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in stress analysis techniques and simulation technologies.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field with a specialization in solid mechanics or computational mechanics.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience specifically in mechanical stress analysis and FEA.
• Extensive experience with FEA software packages and pre/post-processors.
• Strong theoretical foundation in solid mechanics, material science, and fracture mechanics.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work model , balancing on-site and remote collaboration.
• Excellent analytical, reporting, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Professional development opportunities and access to advanced training.
• A dynamic work environment in Pretoria with a blend of office and remote work.
• Contribution to critical engineering projects with tangible impact.