Senior Stress Engineer

Manpower; Kidderminster; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider in the UK is searching for a Senior Stress Engineer to join their design team. This role involves conducting Finite Element Analysis (FEA), supporting design reviews, and developing test plans. Candidates should possess a degree in a relevant engineering discipline and have at least 8 years of experience in Stress Engineering. The position offers full support and training, as well as career development opportunities in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Full support and training

Career development opportunities

Exposure to cutting-edge research and technology

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in Stress Engineering, ideally in the defence industry.
• Proficiency in Abaqus FEA software or related software.
• Strong knowledge of materials science, especially composites and adhesives.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Finite Element Analysis (FEA) of rocket motor hardware.
• Develop motor structural test plans and assess results.
• Act as the technical authority for assigned projects.

Skills

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Problem-solving

Communication

Materials science

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Structural or related

Tools

Abaqus

Altair‑HyperWorks

Fortran

MATLAB

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Senior Stress Engineer
Location: Kidderminster, UK
Contract Type: Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Stress Engineer to join our design team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer to take a technical leadership role within a dynamic and innovative environment. The successful candidate will work across all phases of the project life cycle, including research, design, demonstration, development, production, and customer support.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct Finite Element Analysis (FEA) of rocket motor hardware, including metals, rubber/rigid insulants, bondlines, and propellant charges using Abaqus.
• Analyse new and existing rocket motor systems, including structural and thermal assessments.
• Use software and programming tools such as Abaqus, Altair‑HyperWorks, Fortran, and MATLAB.
• Review material testing results and advise on model validation and verification.
• Develop motor structural test plans and participate in the assessment of testing results.
• Act as the structural performance technical authority for assigned projects, supporting design reviews, project investigations, and customer meetings.
• Prepare and deliver project documentation, including structural analysis reports, test plans, and design records.
• Contribute to product certification using expert technical knowledge.
• Lead and stay updated on industry technical innovations, supporting new technology research programmes.
• Schedule, plan, and prioritise tasks to ensure timely delivery.
• Identify and manage risks, including time, quality, and cost issues, and communicate solutions effectively.

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Structural, or a related engineering discipline.
• Proficiency in Abaqus FEA software or related software.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in Stress Engineering, ideally within the defence or related industry.
• Strong knowledge of materials science, particularly composites, viscoelastic materials, and adhesives.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, and Access.
• Experience with CAD modelling and Altair‑HyperWorks is advantageous.

Attributes

• Interest in advanced engineering and science.
• Strong problem‑solving, critical thinking, and decision‑making skills.
• Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Self‑motivated with a commitment to delivering high‑quality work on time.
• Professional work output and a team player willing to support and train others.

Benefits

• Full support and training to fill knowledge gaps.
• Career development opportunities within the technical or managerial pathways.
• Exposure to cutting‑edge research and technology projects.