Mechanical Engineer – Composites Technical Authority

Frazer-Nash Consultancy

Leatherhead

Hybrid

GBP 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with yearly reviews

25 days holiday + the opportunity to buy 5 days

Flexible working options

Company pension scheme

Private healthcare membership

Job summary

Frazer-Nash Consultancy is seeking a Mechanical Engineer – Composites Technical Authority to oversee multidisciplinary programmes, ensuring innovation and delivery excellence. This role offers a competitive salary range of £70,000 to £90,000 per annum, depending on experience, with a flexible hybrid working pattern.

Key responsibilities include acting as a Technical Authority and shaping the long-term strategy for composite capabilities. The position requires significant experience in composite structures, a proven record in leading analysis programmes, and knowledge of engineering standards.

Qualifications

Significant experience in the design, analysis, or manufacture of composite structures.
Proven track record in leading complex structural analysis programmes.
Deep knowledge of composite structural behaviour.

Responsibilities

Overseeing complex, multidisciplinary programmes, ensuring quality.
Acting as a Technical Authority, providing oversight on engineering decisions.
Shaping long-term strategy for composites capability.

Skills

Significant experience in the design, analysis, or manufacture of composite structures

Proven track record in leading complex structural analysis programmes

Deep knowledge of composite structural behaviour

Strong understanding of engineering codes, standards, and assurance processes

Demonstrable experience in technical leadership, project direction, or capability development

Tools

Abaqus

Ansys

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Mechanical Engineer – Composites Technical Authority

Salary range: £70,000 to £90,000 per annum depending on experience

Location: Leatherhead or Bristol

Working Pattern: We operate a flexible hybrid working pattern at Frazer‑Nash, with time split between the office and working from home.

Frazer‑Nash is expanding its composite capability across maritime, defence, energy, and space. We seek a senior technical leader to shape our offering, guide complex programmes, and set the strategic direction of our composites work.

As part of our Asset Integrity Group, you will operate at the forefront of engineering innovation while defining how we deliver technical excellence across the business.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

Overseeing complex, multidisciplinary programmes, ensuring quality, innovation, and delivery excellence
Acting as a Technical Authority, providing oversight, assurance, and guidance on critical engineering decisions
Shaping long‑term strategy for composites capability, including identifying growth areas and emerging technologies
Setting technical direction for composite structural analysis and design across multiple projects and sectors
Defining and evolving methodologies, tools, and standards for composite analysis and life assessment
Supporting innovation in advanced finite element modelling, damage tolerance, and life extension strategies

Typical Technical Challenges May Include

Development of life extension and structural integrity strategies
Advanced finite element analysis of composite structures under extreme loads
Assessment of structures under impact loads
Creation of best‑practice design and analysis guidance
Supporting the development and optimisation of next‑generation products

In Addition To Your Technical Leadership

Build and maintain senior client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor
Support and shape new business, contributing to proposals and strategic growth
Lead, mentor, and develop effective technical teams
Encourage a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Represent Frazer‑Nash externally through thought leadership and industry engagement

We would be delighted to hear from you if you meet these essential requirements:

Significant experience in the design, analysis, or manufacture of composite structures
Proven track record in leading complex structural analysis programmes
Deep knowledge of composite structural behaviour
Strong understanding of engineering codes, standards, and assurance processes
Demonstrable experience in technical leadership, project direction, or capability development

The Following Requirements Would Be Beneficial But Not Essential

Proficiency with major finite element analysis tools (e.g. Abaqus, Ansys)
Experience with programming (e.g. Python, MATLAB) to support advanced analysis or automation
Experience working in regulated or safety‑critical industries

This is an opportunity to take a defining role in a growing capability—where you won’t just deliver projects, but shape the future of how we work, what we offer, and where we go next.

If you’re motivated by technical leadership, strategic impact, and solving some of the most challenging engineering problems, we’d love to hear from you.

Due to the nature of the work that Frazer‑Nash Consultancy undertakes, candidates will be required to undergo pre‑employment screening and must be able to satisfy clearance criteria for UK National Security Vetting.

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