Principal Mechanical Analysis Engineer

Systems Engineering & Assessment (SEA); Stoke Gifford; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in Stoke Gifford is seeking a Principal Mechanical Analysis Engineer to lead mechanical analysis efforts. This role involves applying expertise in structural and thermal analysis, mentoring team members, and ensuring successful engineering solutions. Ideal candidates should have a degree in mechanical engineering, considerable experience in hardware design, and strong leadership skills. The position offers flexible working arrangements, 25 days of annual leave, and a range of employee benefits including a pension plan and health insurance.

Benefits

Work-life balance

25 days annual leave

Hybrid working arrangements

Private medical health insurance

Employee discounts portal

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• In-depth knowledge of mechanical hardware design and support.
• Experience in detailed design of hardware.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced mechanical analysis capability within the team.
• Ensure collaboration within the Mechanical Engineering project team.
• Conduct detailed mechanical engineering analysis.

Skills

Mechanical engineering analysis

Communication and collaboration

Leadership

Knowledge of design standards

Education

Degree in mechanical engineering

MSc or PhD in mechanical engineering

Job description

About The Role

Engineered to Protect, that's our promise – we protect what matters: our nations, our waters, our land, our cities, our people, our environment, our world.

As Principal Mechanical Analysis Engineer you will drive advanced mechanical analysis capability within the team by applying deep expertise in structural, thermal and flow analysis through classical methods and FEA/CFD simulation tools. Lead the definition and execution of engineering analyses—including hand calculations, technical studies and R&D—to deliver robust, high‑quality solutions across projects backed by robust engineering reports. You will provide technical leadership and mentoring to strengthen team proficiency in analysis and design best practices, and play a key role in establishing SEA’s ongoing infrastructure and capability in Mechanical Analysis.

The Principal Mechanical Analysis Engineer can be based at any of our three sites – Barnstaple, Beckington or Bristol. This role allows for flexible working with a minimal expectation of 3 days per week on site. The salary for this role is £62k, depending on experience.

What you’ll be doing

• Ensure clear communication and collaboration within the Mechanical Engineering project team, other engineering functions and project stakeholders.
• Provide leadership and technical direction/task management to ensure delivery of mechanical engineering solutions on‑time, on‑cost and on‑quality.
• Conduct mechanical engineering analysis with the ability to support detailed design, tolerance studies (including GD&T) and generation of technical documentation (design specifications, test specifications etc.) and manufacturing data packs (MDP) to relevant standards including BS8888.
• Support problem investigations and deliver effective solutions.
• Line manage your team, including development discussions and regular 1:1 meetings.

About our company

At SEA we develop and deliver advanced solutions to make our world safer, cleaner and more efficient. We provide state‑of‑the‑art applications for naval ship and fleet protection, and undersea surveillance systems. In service across the globe, our systems deliver a rapid response to threats and system effectiveness and interoperability. Our systems support an ever‑growing number of navies across the world, and we continue to bolster our already specialist, on‑the‑ground knowledge of key overseas markets.

What we offer

• Work‑life balance
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements
• 25 days’ annual leave, plus buy and sell
• Up to 16 days flexi leave accrual
• Half‑day Fridays
• Reservists in the Armed Forces receive special paid leave
• Family & wellbeing – Private medical health insurance & Employee Assistance Program
• All Staff Bonus
• Group Pension Plan of up to 7% employer contribution
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing Centre
• Sports & social activities
• Employee Discounts portal – online and in‑store discounts, travel savings
• Life assurance policy
• Publication and recruitment bonus rewards
• Development opportunities, including LinkedIn learning
• Electric vehicle charging points at all sites
• Private seated lunch areas
• Onsite bistro (Barnstaple office) and free hot and cold beverages
• Onsite showers and toiletries provision
• Free onsite parking

The skills you need

• Degree qualified within a mechanical (or equivalent) engineering discipline. An MSc or PhD in mechanical engineering involving mechanical analysis would be advantageous.
• In‑depth knowledge of the design, test, manufacture and in‑service support of mechanical hardware in both commercial and military environments.
• Thorough knowledge of military and commercial mechanical & environmental design standards, including Def Stans, Mil Specs, CE/UKCA marking.
• Significant experience in the detailed and system level design of hardware.
• Generation and approval of stress reports and associated artefacts.
• Chartered Engineer — or working towards chartered status is preferable.
• Join us and be part of something smaller – with 500 people in the UK and Canada – doing something bigger: protecting what matters.

If you’d like to know more, please give Kelly from our Talent Acquisition Team a call or reach out to us on (contact information removed).