Blast Effects FEA Engineer - Advanced Simulations

AWE; Reading; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense engineering company in the UK seeks a Blast Effects FEA Engineer to work within their Engineering Analysis Team. The role involves simulation of blast effects, communication of analysis results, and application of engineering principles to weapons-related projects. Candidates should possess a degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and be familiar with FEA and hydrocode tools. This position offers a competitive salary between £35,720 - £65,000 and opportunities for professional development and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

270 hours of annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Professional career development funding

Employee assistance programme

Defined contribution Group Personal Pension

Life Assurance

Discounts on everyday spending

Special Leave Policy

Relocation package available

Potential travel opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree level background in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related discipline.
• Willingness to interact internationally and present at conferences.
• Experience in hydrocodes and commercial FEA tools is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Simulation of blast and shock effects and assessment of structural responses.
• Communicating analysis results through clear reports and presentations.
• Applying model verification and validation techniques within quality assurance.

Skills

Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering background

Experience with hydrocodes

Knowledge of FEA codes

Experience with ANSYS, ABAQUS, LS-DYNA

Proficiency in Python scripting

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related discipline

Tools

ANSYS

Autodyn

Altair HyperMesh

Siemens Teamcenter

Job description

A leading defense engineering company in the UK seeks a Blast Effects FEA Engineer to work within their Engineering Analysis Team. The role involves simulation of blast effects, communication of analysis results, and application of engineering principles to weapons-related projects. Candidates should possess a degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and be familiar with FEA and hydrocode tools. This position offers a competitive salary between £35,720 - £65,000 and opportunities for professional development and flexible working arrangements.