Structural Analysis Engineer
Valmet Aktiebolag · Sundsvall · Tills vidare · Deadline 2026-11-01
Valmet is hiring a **Structural Analysis Engineer** to assess and optimise process machinery, pressure vessels, and related industrial equipment. Based at one of Valmet's main Swedish sites in **Gothenburg, Karlstad, or Sundsvall**, the role supports multiple business units across the organisation. Key duties include performing static, dynamic, fatigue, and fracture mechanics calculations using ANSYS, as well as conducting analytical and code-based design assessments according to relevant standards. The engineer collaborates with design teams on component dimensioning, manufacturability, and cost, supports material selection, and investigates structural issues through occasional field studies and measurements. Applicants must hold a **master's degree in mechanical engineering**, aerospace engineering, or a related discipline, alongside at least three years of industrial structural analysis experience. Candidates need a strong grounding in solid mechanics, structural dynamics, and materials science, with proficiency in a major FEA platform such as ANSYS, Abaqus, or Nastran. Professional fluency in both Swedish and English is required for daily collaboration, technical reporting, and international contacts. Experience with ANSYS, pressure vessel standards, heavy machinery, pulp and paper or energy applications, and CAD software is advantageous. All appointments are subject to mandatory background checks and drug and alcohol testing.
Would you like to work with structural analysis that directly impacts the design and performance of industrial equipment?
Valmet is looking for a Structural Analysis Engineer to work with process machinery, pressure vessels and other industrial equipment.
The role combines analytical and code-based design calculations with finite element analysis in ANSYS. Working with design engineers, you will assess structural integrity and provide calculations and recommendations for product development and design verification. As part of the team, you will support various business units across Valmet with structural analysis expertise. If you enjoy combining analytical thinking with practical engineering impact, this could be the next step in your career.
This position can be based at any of our main Swedish sites: Gothenburg, Karlstad, or Sundsvall.
Your responsibilities
- Perform static, dynamic, fatigue and fracture mechanics analyses using ANSYS.
- Develop and validate FE models for our machines and other equipment, evaluate the results and document conclusions and recommendations.
- Work with design engineers to dimension and improve components and structures, considering strength, manufacturability, reliability and cost.
- Carry out analytical and code-based design calculations for pressure vessels and other structures in accordance with applicable standards. Check FE results using analytical methods and participate in design reviews.
- Support material selection, improve analysis methods and investigate structural problems and their causes.
- When needed, perform measurements and field studies on our machines and equipment to support R&D or failure analysis and resolve technical problems.
Expectations for you
- You hold a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related discipline.
- You have at least three years of industrial experience in structural analysis, ideally involving heavy machinery, pulp and paper or energy applications. Experience with pressure vessels and code-based design calculations is an advantage.
- You are proficient in a major FEA platform, such as ANSYS, Abaqus or Nastran, and have a strong foundation in solid mechanics, materials science and structural dynamics. Experience with ANSYS is an advantage.
- You explain technical results clearly and work well with other engineers. Experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks, Inventor or Creo is an advantage.
- You have good spoken and written Swedish for day-to-day collaboration. You also have good spoken and written English for technical documentation and international contacts.
We offer
At Valmet, you will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative and international environment where engineering expertise drives innovation and customer value. We support your professional development through continuous learning opportunities, modern work tools, and meaningful work that contributes to sustainable industrial solutions. We value our people and strive to create a workplace where everyone can grow, contribute, and succeed.
Want to know more?
Did we catch your interest? Please submit your application through the link provided no later than November 1, 2026. We review applications continuously. For additional information, please contact Tomas Vikström, Senior Manager, Technology competences at tomas.vikstrom@valmet.com.
We perform background checks and alcohol/drug testing for all employees in Sweden, in line with our commitment to a safe and secure workplace.
When everything works together
Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. We work together with our customers throughout the entire lifecycle, delivering cutting-edge technologies and services as well as mission-critical automation and flow control solutions. Backed by more than 225 years of industrial experience and a global team of over 19,000 professionals close to customers; we are uniquely positioned to transform industries toward a regenerative tomorrow.
At Valmet, diversity of thought drives innovation. We are committed to a respectful and inclusive environment, where people can be themselves and are supported to contribute at their best. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and make hiring decisions based on skills, experience, and potential, never on personal characteristics such as gender, gender identity, age, ethnicity, nationality, disability, neurodiversity, religion, sexual orientation, or political views.
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