Structural Mechanical Engineer

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical & dental benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a highly analytical Structural Mechanical Engineer with 6+ years of experience in structural analysis and validation. You will perform detailed FEA for mechanical components, evaluate materials, and build robust simulation models to guide durable, safe designs.

The role requires advanced knowledge of continuum mechanics, fatigue analysis, and data acquisition techniques, with collaboration across design teams to implement effective design modifications.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in structural mechanics or solid mechanics.
• 6+ years of professional experience in structural analysis and design validation.
• Strong proficiency in FEA software such as ANSYS or ABAQUS and related analysis techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed structural analysis and stress calculations for mechanical components and assemblies using FEA software.
• Evaluate material properties and select appropriate materials to ensure structural integrity under various load conditions.
• Develop and validate simulation models, interpreting results to provide design insights.
• Collaborate with mechanical design engineers to implement design modifications that improve performance.
• Prepare reports documenting analysis methods, findings, and recommendations for stakeholders.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and client specifications.

Skills

Structural analysis

Fatigue analysis

Continuum mechanics

Data acquisition

Problem solving

Education

Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

ABAQUS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and experienced Structural Mechanical Engineer to join their innovative engineering team in Pretoria . This role is crucial for ensuring the structural integrity and robustness of various mechanical components and systems designed by the company. You will be responsible for performing detailed structural analyses, conducting stress tests, and providing design recommendations to enhance the durability and safety of products. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of mechanics, materials science, and finite element analysis, contributing to the development of reliable and high-performance engineering solutions in the heart of Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed structural analysis and stress calculations for mechanical components and assemblies using FEA software.
• Evaluate material properties and select appropriate materials to ensure structural integrity under various load conditions.
• Develop and validate simulation models, interpreting results to provide actionable design insights.
• Collaborate with mechanical design engineers to implement design modifications that enhance structural performance and reliability.
• Prepare comprehensive reports documenting analysis methods, findings, and recommendations for stakeholders.
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and client specifications.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in structural mechanics or solid mechanics.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in structural analysis and design validation.
• Advanced proficiency in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software such as ANSYS, ABAQUS, or similar.
• Solid understanding of continuum mechanics, material science, and fatigue analysis.
• Experience with data acquisition and experimental stress analysis techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with meticulous attention to detail in Pretoria .

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and expertise.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Generous annual leave and paid public holidays.
• Opportunities for advanced training and professional certifications.
• A stimulating work environment focused on cutting-edge engineering challenges in Pretoria .