Senior Stress Engineer in Kidderminster, Worcestershire

Energy Jobline CVL; Kidderminster; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Kidderminster is seeking a Senior Stress Engineer for a technical leadership role. The successful candidate will conduct Finite Element Analysis of rocket motor hardware and manage projects throughout their life cycle. A degree in relevant engineering disciplines and at least 8 years of experience in Stress Engineering is required. This position offers career development opportunities and exposure to cutting-edge research.

Benefits

Full support and training

Career development opportunities

Exposure to cutting-edge research

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Conduct FEA of rocket motor hardware including metals and rubber.
• Analyse new and existing rocket motor systems for structural and thermal assessments.
• Prepare and deliver project documentation including structural analysis reports.

Skills

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Abaqus

Problem-solving

Materials science knowledge

CAD modelling

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Structural Engineering or related

Tools

MATLAB

Altair-Hyperworks

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.

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