Senior Stress Engineer

White Recruitment Construction; Winchester; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK engineering company seeks an experienced Senior Stress Engineer to take ownership of design analysis, ensuring designs are safe and efficient. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in structural or stress analysis, knowledge of relevant standards, and a degree in engineering. This role offers up to £64k salary, hybrid working, and benefits including pension and healthcare.

Benefits

Salary up to £64k

Hybrid working

Pension

Healthcare

Competitive holiday allowance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in structural or stress analysis, ideally within a regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of BS EN 13001, BS 2573, Eurocode 3, and FE tools.
• A degree or HNC/HND in an engineering discipline.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of design analysis, from detailed hand calculations to FE analysis.
• Work closely with multi-disciplinary teams and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Structural or stress analysis

Knowledge of BS EN 13001

Knowledge of BS 2573

Knowledge of Eurocode 3

Familiarity with FE tools (ANSYS, ABAQUS, NASTRAN)

Collaborative approach

Clear communication of complex ideas

Education

Degree in engineering discipline

HNC/HND in engineering

Job description

Senior Stress Engineer

Are you an experienced Stress Engineer who thrives on solving complex problems? Join a leading UK engineering company delivering mission-critical projects across highly regulated sectors, including nuclear and healthcare.

In this role, you’ll take ownership of design analysis – from detailed hand calculations to FE analysis – ensuring designs are safe, efficient, and fit for purpose. You’ll work closely with multi‑disciplinary teams, influence early‑stage designs, and mentor junior engineers to build analytical excellence across the business.

We’re looking for someone with:

• Proven experience in structural or stress analysis, ideally within a regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of BS EN 13001, BS 2573, Eurocode 3, and familiarity with FE tools (ANSYS, ABAQUS, or NASTRAN).
• A degree or HNC/HND in an engineering discipline (Chartered Engineer preferred).
• A practical, collaborative approach and the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly.

In return, you’ll join a supportive, forward‑thinking engineering team that values innovation, professionalism, and integrity – with genuine opportunities to grow and shape exciting, high‑impact projects.

Benefits:

Salary up to £64k doe

Hybrid Working

Pension, healthcare and competitive holiday allowance