Project Engineer Structural Analysis - Digital Engineering - UK Full Time Permanent in Bristol

Energy Jobline ZR; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm in Bristol is seeking an Engineer / Project Engineer (Structural Analysis) to deliver technical assessments and analyses. The ideal candidate will have a relevant engineering degree and experience in structural analysis, particularly using FEA. This role offers a hybrid and flexible working environment, with involvement in various engineering projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (grade 2.1 or above) required.
• Experience in delivering engineering analysis.
• Strong knowledge of FEA and structural integrity topics.
• Familiarity with relevant analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct technical projects and analyses.
• Participate in technical delivery and client management.
• Support business development with clients.
• Engage with a positive team culture.

Skills

Structural analysis

Engineering analysis

FEA

Client interaction

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline

Master's degree or PhD

Tools

ANSYS

Abaqus

NASTRAN

Calculix

Python

MATLAB

VBA

C#

C/C++

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Overview

Element Digital Engineering, we don't just solve problems, we engineer smart, practical solutions that shape industries. As part of the global Element Materials Technology group, we combine advanced simulation and consultancy with world-class testing, inspection, and certification expertise.

From nuclear and aerospace to energy and defence, our work spans sectors and scales. One day it's simple hand calculations and static FEA; the next, it's high‑fidelity 3D dynamic or shock analyses. Whatever the challenge, we bring the right level of detail to deliver outcomes that matter.

Join our team as an Engineer / Project Engineer (Structural Analysis) and become a trusted partner to our clients, providing:
Design support & in-service assessments
Verification services & failure investigations
Structural analysis for technical safety assessments

You'll play a key role in projects that demand both precision and creativity while also developing your skills as a consultant and technical specialist.

Full‑time, Permanent | Based in Bristol (Quayside) or Derby | Hybrid & Flexible Working Available

Responsibilities

• Carry‑out a range of technical projects and analyses, with some supervision from our more experienced staff, in order to meet the clients' needs and expectationsPa
• Parrticipate in technical delivery and client relationship management
• Support business development activities with a range of new and existing clients
• Integrate and engage with our positive team culture with adherence to Element's core values – care, integrity, and progress.

Skills / Qualifications

• Have a bachelor's degree (grade 2.1 or above), master's degree or PhD or in a relevant engineering, science or applied mathematics discipline. Preferably with experience in the application of structural analysis from first principles or in accordance with relevant standard
• Have experience delivering engineering analysis in an engineering company and/or engineering consultancy setting, including managing projects or aspects of engineering projects
• Have strong technical knowledge and experience in solving problems with FEA, including defining an approach, model setup, post processing, verification and validation. This should include statics, dynamics, and frequency domain. This would ideally be in at least two of aerospace, nuclear, renewable energy, oil & gas, or defence sectors
• Have a working understanding of structural integrity topic areas such as fatigue, creep and plasticity; as well as material behaviour.
• Ideally have knowledge of widely used analysis tool, including ANSYS, Abaqus, NASTRAN, or Calculix with a demonstrable ability to extend their capability using user functions where necessary
• Some proficiency in the in the use of programming such as Python, MATLAB, VBA, C#, or C/C++ would be an advantage
• Have strong verbal and written communication skills
• Are either already at, or actively working toward, Chartered Engineer (or equivalent) status
• Like a challenge, are flexible thinkers and aren't intimidated by unfamiliar problems
• Enjoy client and colleague interaction, takes responsibility for delivery, and wants the opportunity to work within a growing and dynamic engineering team

Company Overview

Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to 'Make tomorrow safer than today'.

When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes and market access.

While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organisation.

Statement

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises and as fundamental to our Vision of becoming 'the world's most trusted testing partner'.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work‑related criteria and without regard for the following: marital status, race, gender, religious belief, or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.