Analytical Structural and Dynamic Systems Tech Specialist

Cummins; Tees Valley; Presencial; GBP 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Cummins Inc. in Darlington, United Kingdom, is seeking an Analytical Structural and Dynamic Systems Tech Specialist to join our Engineering team. You will lead advanced simulations to evaluate structural performance, durability, and reliability of components and systems.

Utilize ANSYS, FE-Safe, AVL Excite, GT-Suite, MATLAB, and Python to support design decisions, validate methodologies with test data, and drive digital engineering initiatives across cross-functional teams.

Formación

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Structural Engineering, Applied Science, or related field.
• Significant experience in structural analysis, simulation, or mechanical systems engineering within a technical environment.
• Experience supporting complex projects involving simulation, validation, durability, vibration or product performance analysis is desirable.
• Professional engineering accreditation or progress towards chartership is advantageous.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct advanced numerical simulations and analysis to evaluate structural performance, durability, fatigue life, vibration behaviour, and reliability of components and systems.
• Lead the correlation and validation of simulation methodologies through comparison with physical test data.
• Act as a technical focal point for structural dynamics, durability, fatigue, and system-level simulation activities within cross-functional project teams.
• Collaborate with Design, Product Validation, Materials, Thermal Sciences, and Manufacturing teams to deliver integrated engineering solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement by developing analysis standards, modelling best practices, automated workflows, and digital engineering solutions.

Conocimientos

Structural dynamics

Vibration analysis

Fatigue analysis

Durability analysis

Finite element analysis

Educación

Mechanical Engineering degree

Herramientas

ANSYS

FE-Safe

AVL Excite

GT-Suite

MATLAB

Python

Descripción del empleo

We are looking for a talented Analytical Structural and Dynamic Systems Tech Specialist to join our Engineering team at Cummins in Darlington, United Kingdom.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Conduct advanced numerical simulations and analysis to evaluate the structural performance, durability, fatigue life, vibration behaviour, and overall reliability of components and systems.

• Apply modelling and simulation tools such as ANSYS, FE-Safe, AVL Excite, GT-Suite, and other engineering software to support design decision-making and product development.

• Lead the correlation and validation of simulation methodologies through comparison with physical test data, ensuring robust and accurate predictive capabilities.

• Act as a technical focal point for structural dynamics, durability, fatigue, and system-level simulation activities within cross-functional project teams.

• Collaborate with Design, Product Validation, Materials, Thermal Sciences, and Manufacturing teams to deliver integrated engineering solutions that meet customer and business requirements.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by developing analysis standards, modelling best practices, automated workflows, and innovative digital engineering solutions.

• Support root cause investigations for field, test, and manufacturing issues through advanced simulation techniques and data-driven problem solving.

• Mentor and support engineers, graduates, and technical teams while contributing to the development of future simulation capabilities and engineering strategies.

To be successful in this role, you will need the following:

• Strong knowledge of structural dynamics, vibration, fatigue, durability, and finite element analysis principles.

• Experience using engineering simulation and modelling tools such as ANSYS, FE-Safe, AVL Excite, GT-Suite, MATLAB, Python, or similar software.

• Proven ability to analyse complex engineering problems, interpret results, and provide practical design recommendations.

• Excellent collaboration, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across global cross-functional teams.

Education / Experience:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Structural Engineering, Applied Science, or a related engineering discipline.

• Significant experience in structural analysis, simulation, product development, or mechanical systems engineering within a technical engineering environment.

• Experience supporting complex projects involving simulation, validation, durability, vibration, or product performance analysis is highly desirable.

• Professional engineering accreditation or progress towards chartership is advantageous.

Job Engineering

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site with Flexibility

Job Type Exempt - Experienced

ReqID 2436899

Relocation Package No

100% On-Site No