Stress Analysis Engineer - Mechanical

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Challenging projects

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion seeks an experienced Stress Analysis Engineer with a strong Mechanical Engineering background to perform structural analysis and validate designs using FEA.

You will use ANSYS/Abaqus, interpret results, collaborate with design teams, and contribute to robust, high‑performance mechanical systems. A hybrid work setup is available, with opportunities for professional development and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field with a specialization in structural mechanics.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in stress analysis and FEA.
• Expertise in using FEA software such as ANSYS, Abaqus, or similar tools.
• Solid understanding of continuum mechanics, material behavior, and failure theories.
• Experience with experimental validation of simulation results is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to assess stress, strain, and deformation of mechanical components.
• Develop and validate simulation models using advanced software packages (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus).
• Interpret simulation results and provide clear, actionable recommendations for design improvements to engineering teams.
• Perform fatigue and fracture mechanics analysis to predict component lifespan and reliability.
• Collaborate closely with design engineers to implement and verify design changes based on analysis findings.
• Document analysis methodologies, results, and conclusions in comprehensive technical reports.

Skills

Stress analysis

FEA

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Continuum mechanics

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

PhD in related field

Tools

ANSYS

Abaqus

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced Stress Analysis Engineer with a strong background in Mechanical Engineering to join their team in Centurion. This role focuses on performing critical structural and stress analysis on components and systems to ensure their integrity, safety, and reliability under various operating conditions. You will utilize advanced simulation software to predict performance, identify potential failure modes, and recommend design modifications. This position is ideal for an analytical engineer passionate about problem-solving and contributing to the development of robust, high-performance mechanical designs in a hybrid work setting that encourages both focused individual work and collaborative team sessions.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to assess stress, strain, and deformation of mechanical components.
• Develop and validate simulation models using advanced software packages (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus).
• Interpret simulation results and provide clear, actionable recommendations for design improvements to engineering teams.
• Perform fatigue and fracture mechanics analysis to predict component lifespan and reliability.
• Collaborate closely with design engineers to implement and verify design changes based on analysis findings.
• Document analysis methodologies, results, and conclusions in comprehensive technical reports.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field with a specialization in structural mechanics.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in stress analysis and FEA.
• Expertise in using FEA software such as ANSYS, Abaqus, or similar tools.
• Solid understanding of continuum mechanics, material behavior, and failure theories.
• Experience with experimental validation of simulation results is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement planning support.
• Significant investment in professional development and advanced training.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement to support a balanced lifestyle.
• Opportunity to work on challenging and high-impact engineering projects.