Stress Engineer

Copello Global Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking 5 Stress Engineers passionate about automotive innovation. In this role, you will analyze nacelle systems and critical components, ensuring their performance meets the demands of high-performance driving. Ideal candidates will have strong expertise in stress analysis within automotive or aerospace sectors, backed by experience in finite element analysis tools.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in stress analysis within automotive, motorsport (F1), or aerospace sectors.
• Strong understanding of fatigue life prediction and material behavior under cyclic loading.
• Familiarity with nacelle systems and non-turbo-machinery components.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and design nacelle systems and critical automotive components.
• Perform hand calculations and validate FEA results.
• Ensure designs withstand high-performance driving conditions.

Skills

Stress analysis in automotive

Fatigue life prediction

Material behavior under cyclic loading

Finite element analysis (FEA)

Technical documentation

Communication skills

Tools

ANSYS

Abaqus

Job description

We're on the hunt for 5 Stress Engineers with a passion for pushing the boundaries of automotive engineering.

As a Stress Engineer, you'll be responsible for analyzing and designing nacelle systems, non-turbo-machinery components, and other critical parts to ensure they can withstand the rigors of high-performance driving. With a strong understanding of fatigue life prediction, material behavior, and finite element analysis, you'll be the driving force behind our innovative designs.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in stress analysis within automotive, motorsport (F1), or aerospace sectors
• Strong understanding of fatigue life prediction and material behavior under cyclic loading
• Familiarity with nacelle systems and non-turbo-machinery components
• Proficiency in finite element analysis (FEA) tools (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus)
• Ability to perform hand calculations and validate FEA results
• Experience with critical part lifting methodologies
• Strong technical documentation and communication skills

Nice to Have Skills

• Experience working with PW (Pratt & Whitney) and GE (General Electric) components or standards
• Knowledge of material science and new material development processes
• Familiarity with aerospace certification standards and stress reporting
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a part-time role
• Willingness to travel occasionally between sites if needed