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Junior Mechanical Structural Engineer

South Africa, Western Cape
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Area: South Africa, Western Cape
Sector: Engineering
Posted: 20 December 2024

Job Details

Job Purpose:

Design, analyse and test electro-optical imaging systems for spaceborne applications, including CubeSats, while contributing to the development and maintenance of the structural analysis procedures.

Key Performance Areas and Responsibilities:

  • Perform the detailed design of high-precision optomechanical systems for spaceborne applications.
  • Perform detailed structural analyses of optomechanical systems (for space-borne applications) utilizing software tools for finite element analysis and structural-optical interaction.
  • Act as Structural Engineer maturing and improving the company’s structural analysis procedures.
  • Manage and perform the qualification testing of newly developed systems.
  • Generate and maintain technical documentation such as design documents, test procedures, test reports, etc.
  • Provide technical support to clients for structural-related queries.

Required Experience and Skills:

  • Experience in mechanical design and conducting finite element analysis.
  • Technical knowledge of static and dynamic analyses, as well as a thorough understanding of engineering principles and best practices.
  • The ability to merge numerous multi-physics design requirements into a single instrument and subsequently collaborate with optical and optomechanical engineers.
  • Highly proficient in verbal and written communication.
  • Very high attention to detail with the ability to execute tasks accurately and in a timely fashion.
  • Willingness to share expertise and have the ability to work in a team.
  • Proactive approach to taking ownership of the relevant technical domain within the company.

Recommendations

  • Experience guiding space structures through the development phases, from requirements generation to manufacturing, qualification, and testing as per the applicable standards (ECSS and GEVS), is advantageous.
  • Previous experience designing and analysing complex mechanical structures is preferred.
  • Previous experience using NX Nastran is advantageous
  • Previous experience in finite element model correlation and results verification through testing (vibration, modal, shock) is preferred.
  • Experience and knowledge of optical/optomechanical systems is advantageous.
  • Experience with Siemens Teamcenter and NX software is advantageous.

Minimum Required Qualification:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Optomechanical Engineering or related
  • Masters Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Optomechanical Engineering or related is recommended