Mechanical Engineer (Fiber and Composite Structures)
Full-time
E and D Recruiters
Reference: Pta004002-EP-3
A Mechanical Engineer with experience in composite structures and fiber is required at a company based in Knysna. The company utilises technologies mounted on Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) or Drones, in combination with exciting technologies, to provide geophysical and geological data services to the Mining and Mineral Exploration industries to expand mining exploration across Namibia and South Africa.
Mechanical Engineer (Fiber and Composite Structures)
Knysna – Western Cape
Minimum requirements and experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronic Engineering, specialising in Material Science
- Postgraduate qualification (Honours/Master’s) is an advantage.
- 3–7 years’ relevant experience in an industrial, mining, manufacturing, energy, or construction environment (depending on seniority).
- Strong knowledge of mechanical systems (e.g., rotating equipment, piping, HVAC, hydraulics, or structures, as applicable).
- Strong understanding of composite mechanics and anisotropic materials.
- Proficiency in CAD and analysis software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA, ANSYS, Abaqus).
- Knowledge of composite failure theories and testing methods.
- Familiarity with composite repair techniques and quality control methods.
- Understanding of relevant standards (ASTM, ISO, aerospace, or industry-specific codes).
Responsibilities
- Design and execute a test program to characterize mechanical properties and lifetime expectancies of fiber structures and assemblies
- Design and develop fibre-reinforced composite structures (e.g. CFRP, GFRP, hybrid composites).
- Perform structural analysis, including strength, stiffness, fatigue, and failure modes.
- Select appropriate materials, fibre architectures, resins, and lay-up strategies.
- Prepare detailed engineering drawings, laminate schedules, and specifications.
- Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.
- Build and iterate on test fixtures
- Instrument-based testing and failure mode characterization
- Generation of lifetime models through test data interpretation
- Analysis of key variables affecting mechanical properties and lifetime expectancies
- Contribute to design iteration by following a test drive approach and rigorous documentation
- Conduct analytical and numerical analyses (FEA) of composite structures.
- Evaluate load paths, buckling, impact resistance, and damage tolerance.
- Support weight optimisation and performance trade-off studies.
- Interpret test data and correlate with analytical and simulation results.
- Support composite manufacturing processes.
Apply via or submit your CV to ***email_hidden*** (4002)
Only SA citizens will be considered
Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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