Senior and Principal Advanced Analysis Engineer

Xodus; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company pension

Training & development

Enhanced parental leave

Private Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Wellbeing programs

Flexible/Hybrid working

Job summary

Xodus is seeking Senior and Principal Engineers to join the Advanced Analysis Team in the Subsea and Marine Division. The role focuses on finite element analysis using Abaqus and Python for offshore pipelines, cables and interconnectors, with mentorship for junior engineers and opportunities to broaden technical skills.

The team operates globally with a collaborative, innovative culture. This hybrid role offers working between our UK offices in Aberdeen or London, with flexible arrangements and

Qualifications

• MEng or PhD in Civil, Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering, or Mathematical disciplines.
• Relevant finite element analysis and coding experience.
• Experience in offshore pipeline, cable and interconnectors industry at senior levels.
• Proficient in Abaqus and Python.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers on technical aspects.

Skills

Finite element analysis

Python

Abaqus

Mentoring

Communication

Adaptability

Multi-tasking

Education

MEng or PhD in Civil/Mechanical/Aeronautical Engineering or Mathematical disciplines

Job description

JOIN US TO ACCELERATE THE GLOBAL SUSTAINABLE TRANSITION TO A RESPONSIBLE ENERGY FUTURE.

Xodus Group is an international, multi-disciplinary energy consultancy, founded on an integrated approach to engineering problems. Our expert engineering and advisory teams are responsible for projects worldwide. They use their problem-solving skills to develop innovative solutions, promoting sustainability, minimising environmental impact and maximising return on investment.

We work across the energy sector addressing the global mix of energy infrastructure projects and innovative technology opportunities. Xodus has been established for over 20 years. We aim to create a responsible energy future by helping clients worldwide transition from fossil fuels to sustainable energy sources. Our team of engineers, strategists and advisors collaborates to find the optimal solutions for our clients. They consider technical, logistical, commercial, political, regulatory and environmental factors across the extended project lifecycle.

We are seeking people who are not only technically developed but who embody an innovation mindset. People who bring passion and exuberance to their work and value a collaborative approach. You will be playing a vital role in transforming the energy landscape and work as part of a team of global consultants.

We are looking for Senior and Principal Engineers with an interest in finite element analysis and coding to join the Advanced Analysis Team of our Subsea and Marine Division. The team provides advanced analysis for the offshore pipeline, cable and interconnectors industry. We use Abaqus to perform finite element analysis and Python to pre- and post-process our finite element simulations, perform data science and develop cutting edge analysis processes.

At Xodus, our fantastic people and company culture ensure that this is a great place to work and if you share our values - trust, responsibility and excellence, this is an exciting opportunity for you to be part of an agile, vibrant and growing international business. You will have the opportunity to further broaden your existing technical engineering skills and develop new skills to assist in delivering of solutions to our clients as well as being part of a friendly, positive and consistently challenging working environment.

Requirements

• MEng or PhD qualified in Civil, Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering, or Mathematical disciplines
• Relevant finite element analysis and coding experience
• Practical experience within the offshore pipeline, cable and interconnectors industry that has allowed you to progress to more senior levels
• Proficient and well developed experience in the use of Abaqus and Python
• Willingness and enthusiastic mentor / coaching experience of less experienced engineers on technical aspects of process engineering and continued professional development
• Be adaptable and agile to enable delivery of assignments at short notice while multi-tasking across concurrent project scopes
• First class communication demonstrating ability to summarise key drivers succinctly

Benefits

Why you should join us:

• We are a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and welcoming place to work
• We work flexibly at Xodus which means how you work your day is flexible with a combination of working in the office and at home.
• It goes without saying that we offer a market competitive salary to ensure that you know your efforts and inputs are valued
• We offer a company pension scheme to allow you to save for your future
• Access to training and development opportunities
• We have enhanced parental and shared parental leave pay policies available from day one of employment
• We have a number of comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits available for you and your family, including, Private Medical Insurance, Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme, Income Protection and Life Insurance
• We ensure there is always something fun to look forward to in the social calendar. From the summer BBQ, Christmas Party, taking part in charitable events or suggesting your own social idea, we celebrate everyone's version of fun. We think our colleagues are the most important part of work, they are who we spend a large proportion of our time with and want to ensure everyone enjoys coming to work.

Xodus is dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace where, every voice is valued, every perspective is celebrated, and everyone can thrive.

Connect with like-minded individuals and allies through our Employee Networks, including Xodus Women's Network, X Pride, Neurodiversity Network and Wellbeing Network.

Join us at Xodus and be part of a team that shapes the future of energy. Together we have the power to create change and make a difference.

Location can be either of our UK offices - Aberdeen or London.

The closing date for this role is 18 September 2026.