Principal Engineer - Mechanical (Shock and Dynamics)

TN United Kingdom; Barrow-in-Furness; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entity in the Defence & Security sector is seeking a Principal Engineer - Mechanical (Shock and Dynamics) for a 12-month contract in Barrow-in-Furness. The role involves structural analysis, design guidance, and mentorship of junior engineers. Hybrid working arrangements are available, requiring 1-2 days on-site every fortnight.

Qualifications

• Experience in classical stress analysis and structural calculations.
• Understanding of material strength properties.

Responsibilities

• Perform simulation and analysis of structures under dynamic loading.
• Lead technical development and research activities.

Skills

Structural Mechanics

Finite Element Analysis

Stress Analysis

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17.05.2025

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Principal Engineer - Mechanical (Shock and Dynamics) - £51.09ph UMB - Barrow-in-Furness - 12 Month

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Principal Engineer - Mechanical (Shock and Dynamics)

Our client, a leading entity within the Defence & Security sector and specialising in submarine solutions, is currently seeking a Principal Engineer - Mechanical Engineering (Shock and Dynamics) to join their team in Barrow. This contract role offers hybrid working arrangements and spans a duration of 12 months.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform simulation and analysis of structures and equipment subjected to dynamic loading.
• Provide structural design guidance at design reviews with respect to naval shock load cases.
• Follow internal procedures and develop evidence of compliance through written calculations and reports.
• Undertake peer review checking activities to approve methods and calculations.
• Lead and support the identification and rapid closure of issues emerging from all product lifecycle stages.
• Lead technical development and research activities, methods and acceptance criteria, liaising with industrial partners and external customers as necessary.
• Provide realistic programme status, identify problem areas and implement agreed recovery plans.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers within the team.

Job Requirements:

• Experience in classical stress analysis and undertaking structural calculations.
• Understanding of the principles of structural mechanics and dynamics.
• Understanding of material strength properties (elastic and plastic properties).
• Experienced in using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software.
• Experienced in presenting technical arguments clearly and simply.
• Previous experience checking and approving technical work.

Additional Information:

• Site: Barrow with hybrid working arrangements (1-2 days a fortnight on site).
• Security Level: SC
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