Composites Engineer

QinetiQ; Gosport; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm located in Gosport is seeking a Composites Engineer to be responsible for the verification and validation of composite structures. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong expertise in Finite Element Analysis and a proven track record in verification processes. This role offers a competitive salary, generous benefits, and opportunities for professional development within a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Health Cash Plan options

Employee discount portal

Volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in verifying and validating composite structures using pre-preg and resin infusion techniques.
• Ability to confidently deliver complex programs on time and within budget.
• Experience mentoring others and solving complex engineering problems.

Responsibilities

• Develop capabilities in composites engineering and mentor colleagues.
• Combine subject matter expertise with sound judgment to solve engineering problems.
• Plan and execute complex tasks and provide justification statements.

Skills

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Verification and Validation

Composites and Structural Assessment

Education

BEng / MEng in Naval Architecture, Materials Engineering or Mechanical/Structural Engineering

Job description

Package

Competitive Salary + Benefits

The Role

As a Composites Engineer, you will be responsible for activities relating to the verification and validation of composite structural and non-structural components from coupon testing through to large assemblies. The engineer will be expected to work with other teams supporting the development of both bonded and bolted composite joints and the design of the composite to metalwork interface.

The successful candidate will have experience in verification and validation of composite structures using pre-preg and resin infusion techniques.

You will have a proven track record of delivering to time and budget on complex programmes and an ability to work independently and critically review their own work. The candidate will also be involved in the peer reviewing of other engineering work packages in support of your colleagues.

Whilst the role has a specific focus, there will be opportunities to be involved in the group’s wider work streams, which include propulsor and propeller design, dynamic stability, quasi-static stability, seakeeping, resistance and propulsion of surface ships and submarines.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Using your skills and knowledge to develop the capabilities in the areas you are working in; mentor others to improve the knowledge of your areas of expertise within the wider engineering and technical communities
• Combining composites subject matter expertise and sound engineering judgement to solve problems
• Breaking down complex tasks and then execute the planned schedule of work
• Use your experience in validation and verification to provide justification statements
• Giving technical presentations and talk knowledgably about the work conducted in external forums, including conferences and in customer meetings

Essential experience of the Composites Engineer

• Demonstrable experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
• Strong experience in verification and validation
• Understanding of composites and structural assessment, preferably maritime structures

Essential qualifications for the Mechanical Engineer

• BEng / MEng in Naval Architecture, Materials Engineering or Mechanical/Structural Engineering, or equivalent knowledge from previous experience

We value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.

This role is 37 hours per week based at our Gosport site.

Why Join QinetiQ?

As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.

As a QinetiQ employee, you’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you’ll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technology; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture. www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq

Our Benefits

• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
• Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal:Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
• We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
• Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community

Our Recruitment Process

We want to make sure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your Recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed, applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.

Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.

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