Stress Analysis Engineer

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive salary package reflecting;

Health and wellness benefits

Career advancement opportunities

State-of-the-art analysis tools

Dynamic work environment focused on技

On-site Centurion location

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Stress Analysis Engineer to join the Centurion team for an on-site role focused on ensuring structural integrity through advanced FEA simulations. You will predict failures, validate models, and collaborate with design teams to optimize components for performance and safety.

The ideal candidate has a strong mechanics background, 5+ years in FEA/structural analysis, and proficiency with ANSYS or Abaqus.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Mechanical/Civil engineering with a focus on solid mechanics.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in FEA and structural analysis.
• Proficiency with FEA software such as ANSYS, Abaqus, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed stress, strain, and fatigue analysis on mechanical components and assemblies using FEA software.
• Interpret simulation results and provide actionable recommendations to design and development teams.
• Develop and validate simulation models to accurately represent real-world operating environments.
• Collaborate with designers to optimize component geometry for improved structural performance and reduced material usage.
• Stay current with advancements in computational mechanics and simulation techniques.
• Document analysis procedures, results, and conclusions thoroughly.

Skills

FEA & structural analysis

Analytical problem-solving

Communication skills

Mechanical engineering fundamentals

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering (solid mechanics)

PhD in Mechanical/Civil Engineering (solid mechanics)

Tools

ANSYS

Abaqus

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a specialized Stress Analysis Engineer to join their established team in Centurion. This on-site role is critical for ensuring the structural integrity and safety of our client's innovative products. You will perform advanced finite element analysis (FEA) to predict and mitigate potential failures under various operating conditions. The ideal candidate possesses a deep theoretical understanding of mechanics and practical experience with leading-edge simulation software, contributing significantly to product reliability and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed stress, strain, and fatigue analysis on mechanical components and assemblies using FEA software.
• Interpret simulation results and provide actionable recommendations to the design and development teams.
• Develop and validate simulation models to accurately represent real-world operating environments.
• Collaborate with designers to optimize component geometry for improved structural performance and reduced material usage.
• Stay current with advancements in computational mechanics and simulation techniques.
• Document analysis procedures, results, and conclusions thoroughly.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field with a focus on solid mechanics.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in FEA and structural analysis.
• Proficiency with FEA software packages such as ANSYS, Abaqus, or similar.
• Strong knowledge of material properties, failure theories, and experimental validation techniques.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate complex technical findings clearly and concisely.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package reflecting expertise and experience.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a leading engineering firm.
• Access to state-of-the‑art analysis tools and technologies.
• A dynamic work environment focused on technical excellence.