Mechanical Design & Analysis Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Stockport; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence engineering company seeks a skilled Mechanical Engineer for structural design and analysis in Stockport. This permanent role involves technical ownership of critical bridging systems, with responsibilities including stress analysis and project supervision. Join a supportive environment that values expertise and offers opportunities for leadership and professional development.

Benefits

Supportive environment for professional development

Involvement in international projects

Travel opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer status (e.g., IMechE, IStructE) required.
• Strong understanding of structural behaviour and material properties.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering activities for structural projects.
• Conduct stress analysis and fatigue assessments.
• Supervise engineering projects and design reviews.

Skills

Structural behaviour

Material properties

Fabrication processes

3D CAD software

Report writing

Time management

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Chartered Engineer status

Tools

ANSYS

Solid Edge

SpaceClaim

Job description

Job Description

Mechanical Engineer – Structural Design & Analysis

Location: Stockport, Greater Manchester

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £50 - £57k DOE

A leading defence engineering company is seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to join its high-performing engineering team. This role offers the opportunity to take technical ownership of structural integrity, stress analysis, and fatigue evaluation for critical bridging systems used in demanding environments.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead mechanical engineering activities for structural projects, ensuring compliance with specifications, safety, and legislative standards.
2. Conduct stress analysis, fatigue assessments, and non-linear FEA simulations.
3. Create and review technical documentation, test specifications, and reports.
4. Supervise both in-house and outsourced engineering projects, including design reviews for fabricated components.
5. Support the development and mentoring of engineering staff.
6. Liaise with customers to verify project scopes and align deliverables.
7. Drive continuous improvement through structured problem-solving.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer status (e.g., IMechE, IStructE).
• Strong understanding of structural behaviour, material properties, and fabrication processes (aluminium and steel).
• Expertise in Eurocodes, design standards, and non-linear FEA (e.g., ANSYS).
• Competence in 3D CAD software (e.g., Solid Edge or SpaceClaim).
• Experience with design validation through simulation and testing.
• Excellent IT and communication skills, including report writing and time management.

Desirable

• Proficiency in German.
• Experience with strain gauging and structural health monitoring.

What’s on Offer

• A technically rewarding role at the forefront of structural and defence engineering.
• A supportive environment with opportunities for leadership and professional development.
• Involvement in international projects with travel opportunities.

If you are a motivated mechanical engineer passionate about structural design and innovation, and seeking to advance your career in a cutting-edge company, we want to hear from you. Apply today to join a company that values expertise, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

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