Are You Ready to Solve Engineering Problems Others Can't?
Do you enjoy tackling complex technical challenges that require both deep analytical thinking and practical engineering judgment?
Stress Engineering Services (SES) is an elite, one-of-a-kind engineering consulting firm, trusted for more than 50 years to solve the problems others can’t. Our reputation is built on an uncompromising commitment to technical excellence, a highly selective team of experts, and a track record of delivering answers in the most complex, high-stakes environments. We operate at the intersection of deep technical expertise and real-world application, partnering with clients across energy, aerospace, consumer products, medical, and beyond. Our teams combine advanced analysis with hands-on testing, failure analysis, and practical engineering judgment to deliver solutions that perform where it matters most—in the field.
For our clients, that means a trusted partner known for rigor and results. For our people, it means joining an elite team tackling the most meaningful challenges in engineering.
Stress Engineering Services Canada is a professional engineering consulting firm based in Calgary, Alberta. Our mission is simple: provide innovative solutions to difficult engineering challenges while treating our clients and colleagues with respect and integrity. We foster a collaborative environment where curiosity, initiative, and technical excellence are recognized and rewarded. If you thrive on solving complex problems, developing new skills, and making a meaningful contribution to projects that matter, you'll find exciting opportunities for growth at SES.
We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our Calgary office.
In this role, you will work with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and specialists to solve challenging problems involving advanced mechanics, structural integrity, finite element analysis, and engineering assessment. You will have the opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects while continuing to grow your technical expertise and professional career.
SES offers:
- Competitive compensation
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Professional development and mentorship
- Exposure to diverse and technically challenging projects
- A collaborative and supportive work environment
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with 5+ years of relevant engineering experience
- Registered as a Professional Engineer with APEGA, or eligible for registration
- Master's or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering
- Advanced experience using ABAQUS finite element software
- Strong understanding of linear and nonlinear finite element analysis
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational and project management abilities
- Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical capabilities
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth
- Consulting engineering experience
- Experience performing structural integrity, fitness-for-service, or failure analysis assessments
- Experience supporting clients in energy, industrial, or manufacturing sectors
- Solve problems that matter – Your work directly impacts product performance, safety, and reliability
- High autonomy + high ownership – You’re trusted to lead and deliver
- Broad technical exposure – Work across industries, materials, and challenges
- Collaborate with experts – Learn from recognized leaders in engineering and failure analysis
- Entrepreneurial environment – Be part of a team that values initiative, curiosity, and innovation
- Thought Leadership - You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful engineering insights, share your expertise with the broader industry, and build credibility as a trusted technical voice.
We Over Me. Own It. Unyielding Pursuit of Excellence.
Own your impact. Build your future.
The work you do today contributes to long-term success that you share in, alongside a team that values collaboration, innovation, and accountability. We’re built for stability and growth, where your technical skills and problem-solving directly influence outcomes—not just for individual projects, but for the future of the company. If you’re driven by meaningful work, a strong team, and the opportunity to think like an owner, you’ll thrive at Stress Engineering.
Recruitment Process Disclosure
As part of your candidacy and potential future employment, you agree to maintain the confidentiality of proprietary, sensitive, and client-related information obtained through interactions with SES. This obligation applies during and after your engagement.
As part of our hiring process, Stress Engineering Services may use technology tools, including automated tools, to help organize, review, or evaluate application materials and interview-related information. These tools are used to support our recruiting process, but hiring decisions are not made solely by technology. If you need would like to request a reasonable accommodation or would like additional information about the process, please contact [email protected]. Where applicable required by law, we will provide additional notices if a specific tool analyzes interview responses, assessments, or other information as part of your evaluation.
Equal Opportunity EmployerStress Engineering Services Canada is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religious beliefs, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Stress Engineering Services Canada is committed to providing reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process in accordance with applicable human rights legislation. Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to notify us at any stage of the hiring process
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada at the time of application
Skills Required
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with 5+ years of relevant engineering experience
- Registered as a Professional Engineer with APEGA, or eligible for registration
- Master's or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering
- Advanced experience using ABAQUS finite element software
- Strong understanding of linear and nonlinear finite element analysis
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational and project management abilities
- Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical capabilities
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth
- Consulting engineering experience
- Experience performing structural integrity, fitness-for-service, or failure analysis assessments
- Experience supporting clients in energy, industrial, or manufacturing sectors
What We Do
At Stress Engineering Services we specialize in taking on your toughest technical problems because we understand that you don't just want answers; you want the right answers. Problem solving is what we do and what we deliver. It is our commitment to provide the most comprehensive design, analysis, and testing services with an unsurpassed level of engineering integrity and skill. This devotion to quality stems from the two basic principles on which the company was founded - technical excellence and a passion to serve. From Upstream Oil & Gas to Downstream Chemical & Refinery, Plastics to Packaging, Materials to Testing, Medical to Pharmaceutical, Pipelines to Power, and Measurements to Forensics, we have the experience, knowledge and tools to take on your toughest technical challenges and deliver the right answers.
