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FEA AnalystJohn Deere • Tokoroa, Waikato, New Zealand
FEA Analyst

FEA Analyst

John Deere • Tokoroa, Waikato, New Zealand
3 days ago
Job description

FEA Analyst

Join the team at John Deere to work as an FEA Analyst in Tokoroa, New Zealand.

Company Overview

Integrity. Quality. Commitment and Innovation. We empower people, create solutions, give back to community, and strive for continuous evolution. Waratah NZ Limited, a John Deere company, has served the global forestry industry for over 50 years, pioneering mechanized harvesting with first‑class products, durability, and reliability.

Opportunity

Own the planning, coordinating, analysis, and reporting for a complete or significant portion of a project with a focus on timely test completion, improved test cycle times, and reduced design iterations for forestry attachments.

Responsibilities

  • Approaches all tasks in a safe manner, engaging stakeholders, documenting risk assessments, and developing mitigation plans.
  • Develops and delivers robust PV&V plans / schedules and executes them to meet project milestones following TDP, ISDP, EPDP, and Continuous Improvement commitments.
  • Evaluates design solutions to improve durability, cost, quality, and performance using finite element analysis and collaborates with other engineering functions.
  • Compiles and documents engineering decisions and reports of pertinent design analysis data for optimal design solutions.
  • Uses fundamental engineering calculations and data analysis on critical components to ensure design quality and reduce risk.
  • Delivers continuous improvements in PV&V analysis processes at Waratah NZ.
  • Engages with John Deere Forestry PV&V groups to leverage analysis and test capabilities beyond the Waratah facility.

Qualifications

  • Solid Understanding of Mechanics and Materials
  • Knowledge of strength of materials, stress‑strain relationships, and failure theories.
  • Ability to interpret material properties like yield strength, fatigue limits, and fracture toughness.
  • Proficiency in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Tools
  • Expertise with ANSYS, NASTRAN, or ABAQUS.
  • Skill in creating accurate models, applying boundary conditions, and validating results.
  • Analytical and Problem‑Solving Skills
  • Ability to interpret complex loading conditions and simplify them into solvable models.
  • Strong mathematical foundation for stress calculations and optimization.
  • Attention to Detail and Quality Assurance
  • Capability to spot anomalies in results and ensure compliance with design standards.
  • Understanding of industry codes and regulations (e.g., ASME, ISO).
  • Closing Date

    Applications for this position will close at COB 9th December 2025.

    Legal and Diversity Statement

    Waratah believes in the power of diversity in the workforce and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

    Job Details

  • Title : FEA Analyst
  • Location : New Zealand – Tokoroa
  • Job Grade : 7
  • Hiring Manager : Phil Waterhouse
  • Seniority Level : Not Applicable
  • Employment Type : Full‑time
  • Job Function : Business Development and Sales (Note : This appears to conflict with technical role; confirmed as business development).
  • Industries : Machinery Manufacturing
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