Senior Stress Engineer (FEA) - Turbomachinery

Responsibilities :

Perform stress analysis and FEA simulations to validate mechanical integrity of components such as fans, compressors, casings, combustors, turbines, and structures. Apply FEA tools (e.g., Abaqus, Ansys, LS-Dyna) to predict mechanical behavior under various loading conditions including fatigue (low & high cycle), creep, vibration, thermal loads, and extreme operating scenarios (blade-out, over-speed, burst duct). Conduct mechanical integrity assessments to ensure product robustness and compliance with design requirements. Support in-service engine safety through stress analysis and mechanical evaluations. Lead Design of Experiments (DoE) and mechanical testing to validate stress predictions and improve design reliability. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure designs meet performance, manufacturability, cost, and weight targets. Define and execute analysis plans aligned with project milestones, cost, and quality goals. Recommend design optimizations using Robust Engineering principles and stress analysis insights. Drive continuous improvement in FEA methods, stress analysis processes, and mechanical integrity tools. Act as a subject matter expert in stress analysis and FEA, sharing knowledge across engineering functions.

Additional Responsibilities:

Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Structural Engineering (BE/BTech/MSc/MEng). 6 to 12 years of hands-on experience in FEA, stress analysis, and mechanical integrity in aerospace or related industries.

Technical and Professional Requirements:

Strong experience in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) using tools such as Abaqus, Ansys, LS-Dyna. Proficiency in stress analysis, mechanical behavior prediction, and failure mechanism evaluation. Familiarity with meshing tools (e.g., Hypermesh, Unigraphics) and data management systems (e.g., Teamcenter). Understanding of material science, crack propagation, contact mechanics, and thermo-mechanical fatigue. Ability to communicate complex FEA and stress analysis results to internal and external stakeholders. Knowledge of aerospace product integrity, liability, and certification frameworks.