Global Structural Engineering Lead, FEA Expert

Metso; High Wycombe; Hybrid; GBP 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Wellbeing & safety benefits

Global incentive program

Learning opportunities

Worldwide support

Job summary

Metso is seeking a Chief Structural Engineer to lead global structural engineering with a focus on Bulk Material Handling (BMH) equipment, including Car Dumpers. The role blends strategic direction with hands-on analysis to ensure safety, reliability and performance across the mining and ports industries.

As the top technical authority in GBP, you will mentor the global team, set standards, oversee complex FEA work and govern structural integrity for world-scale machines while collaborating with

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical, Civil or Structural Engineering. A Master’s degree or PhD in Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field is strongly preferred.
• Expert-level proficiency in FEA tools (Ansys Mechanical / Workbench / APDL) and structural design software (STAAD, or equivalent).
• Strong working knowledge of 3D/2D design platforms (Inventor, SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and advanced engineering calculation tools.
• Deep knowledge of BMH-specific design codes and standards, including FEM 2.131/2.132, ISO 5049, AS 4324, DIN 22261, AISC, Eurocode 3, AWS D1.1, and customer-specific technical specifications.
• Solid experience with fatigue analysis (BS 7608, Eurocode 3 Part 1-9, or equivalent), dynamic analysis, modal analysis, seismic and wind load analysis for large welded structures.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in structural design and analysis of heavy industrial equipment, especially Bulk Material Handling equipment (Car Dumpers).
• Demonstrated track record leading global engineering teams, defining technical standards, and delivering complex BMH projects from concept to commissioning for top-tier mining and port customers.
• Experience interacting with third-party FEA reviewers and independent verification engineers during major capital projects.
• Exceptional analytical capability for structural, load-bearing, fatigue, dynamic, and stability calculations of large heavy structures.
• In-depth knowledge of welding, casting, NDT, bolting techniques, and fabrication of large welded structures for BMH equipment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing, transportation, site assembly and erection challenges of oversized structural components.
• Fluent in interpreting and producing engineering drawings in both Metric and Imperial systems.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, work autonomously, and make sound technical decisions under pressure.
• Outstanding leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to align stakeholders across cultures, geographies, and functions.
• Strong executive communication skills — presenting technical strategies, FEA results, and engineering recommendations to senior leadership, customers, and external reviewers.

Responsibilities

• Set the global technical strategy for structural engineering and FEA across GBP product lines, focusing on BMH heavy equipment.
• Lead structural analysis of Car Dumpers and Stockyard Machines, addressing fatigue, dynamic, seismic, and wind loading for large welded structures.
• Provide expert guidance to Product Engineering and Project Engineering teams, aligning standard products with project-specific customizations.
• Establish and evolve engineering guidelines and calculation methodologies aligned with relevant standards and customer specs.
• Drive innovation through advanced simulation methods and IP development for next-generation BMH equipment.
• Partner with Product Management, Manufacturing, and Field Services; represent Metso to customers and third-party reviewers.
• Mentor engineers across regions and promote best practices within the global structural engineering community.
• Lead root cause analyses for non-conformances, manufacturing deviations, and field failures to ensure long-term integrity.

Skills

FEA expertise

Engineering leadership

Fatigue analysis

Welding & fabrication knowledge

Executive communication

Project management

Ansys / STAAD / structural tools

Inventor / SolidWorks / AutoCAD

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Civil or Structural Engineering

Master's degree or PhD preferred

Tools

Ansys Mechanical/Workbench/APDL

STAAD

Inventor

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Metso is seeking a Chief Structural Engineer to lead global structural engineering with a focus on Bulk Material Handling (BMH) equipment, including Car Dumpers. The role blends strategic direction with hands-on analysis to ensure safety, reliability and performance across the mining and ports industries.

As the top technical authority in GBP, you will mentor the global team, set standards, oversee complex FEA work and govern structural integrity for world-scale machines while collaborating with