Structural Mechanical Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Full remote work flexibility

Access to advanced simulation tools

Opportunities for specialization in F#

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Structural Mechanical Engineer for a fully remote role. The candidate will lead structural analysis and FEA to ensure robustness of mechanical systems, with collaboration across a distributed team of experts.

The position requires a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with specialization in structural analysis and 5+ years of hands-on experience in FEA. Proficiency in ANSYS or Abaqus is essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in structural analysis.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in structural mechanics and FEA.
• Proficiency with FEA software such as ANSYS, Abaqus, or similar tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret simulation data.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed structural analysis and FEA on mechanical components and assemblies.
• Develop and validate models for static, dynamic, and thermal loads.
• Specify materials and design features to ensure required structural strength, stiffness, and fatigue life.
• Collaborate with design engineers to modify and optimize designs based on analysis results.
• Create technical reports summarizing analysis findings, methodologies, and recommendations for design improvements.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and safety regulations for structural integrity.

Skills

FEA proficiency

Structural analysis

Data interpretation

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Specialization in structural analysis

Tools

ANSYS

Abaqus

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and proficient Structural Mechanical Engineer to join their expanding remote engineering department. This position focuses on ensuring the structural integrity and performance of mechanical systems and components under various load conditions. You will be integral to the design validation process, utilizing advanced simulation techniques to predict and prevent structural failures. This is a fully remote role, offering a flexible work environment to engineers passionate about mechanical structure analysis and design. You will contribute to critical projects, ensuring that designs are robust, reliable, and meet stringent performance requirements, working collaboratively with a distributed team of experts.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed structural analysis and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) on mechanical components and assemblies.
• Develop and validate models to predict behavior under static, dynamic, and thermal loads.
• Specify materials and design features to ensure required structural strength, stiffness, and fatigue life.
• Collaborate with design engineers to modify and optimize designs based on analysis results.
• Create technical reports summarizing analysis findings, methodologies, and recommendations for design improvements .
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and safety regulations for structural integrity.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in structural analysis or a related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in structural mechanics and FEA.
• Proficiency with FEA software such as ANSYS, Abaqus, or similar tools.
• Solid understanding of mechanics of materials, elasticity, plasticity, and fracture mechanics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex simulation data effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for reporting and remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Full remote work flexibility, allowing for work-life integration.
• Access to advanced simulation tools and cutting-edge technology.
• Opportunities for professional growth and specialization in structural analysis.
• A collaborative and supportive remote team environment focused on technical excellence.