Stress Engineer

Matchtech; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Stress Engineer to lead the design and development of aerospace projects. The role involves collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, delivering structural and thermal analysis, and mentoring junior engineers. Candidates must have a relevant degree and strong problem-solving skills. Excellent benefits include bonuses, parental leave, and training opportunities. This requires onsite work with flexible arrangements available.

Benefits

Bonus up to £2,500

Pension up to 14% total contribution

Enhanced parental leave

Flexi leave up to 15 additional days

Subsidised meals

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience estimating, planning and delivering structural analysis work packages.
• Ability to prepare and present comprehensive technical reports.
• Proactive in developing methods and tools.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural design and development of aerospace projects.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams across UK sites.
• Deliver structural and thermal analysis expertise.
• Conduct classical hand calculations and CAE modelling.

Skills

Degree in engineering/science

Structural analysis expertise

Proven project leadership

Strong communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Structural Engineering

Tools

Hyperworks

Job description

Important : All applicants must be able to obtain Security Clearance and must hold British Nationality as their sole / primary nationality.

Working : The role offers flexible working but does require engineers on site for a minimum of 3 days per week and is on a secure site where SC clearance is needed.

Due to increased workload, one of our major defence clients is looking for experienced stress engineers to lead the structural design and development of next-generation complex projects.

The Stress Engineers will collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary teams across our UK sites to develop an advanced aerospace structural solution.

The team is responsible for the structural and thermal performance of military systems. And will deliver structural and thermal analysis expertise across the whole product lifecycle from studies in the early concept stage and detailed development of engineering designs to manufacturing concessions and in‑service support.

This role can provide opportunities to gain experience across a wide range of structural analysis disciplines, including but not limited to : Classical hand calculations; CAE Modelling (Static, Dynamic, Fatigue, Aeroelastics, Non‑Linear, Impact, Kinematic), Qualification & Design Testing, Fault Investigation & Loads Derivation.

This role is located in Hertfordshire, but we can look at relocation assistance on a case‑by‑case basis

Skill and Experience;

• Ideally, degree qualified in a relevant engineering / science discipline or have significant experience in a relevant field (e.g. Mechanical, Aerospace, Structural Analysis etc.).
• Proven experience in estimating, planning, leading and delivering a variety of structural analysis work packages, using both classical hand calculation methods and CAE tools.
• Demonstrated ability in preparing and presenting comprehensive technical reports, conveying complex findings and recommendations to stakeholders, including senior management.
• Proactive and passionate about developing and improving methods, processes and tools.
• Able to mentor and support junior engineers providing technical expertise and fostering their professional growth.
• Self‑motivated individuals who are great problem solvers, can take responsibility and work independently as well as part of a multi‑disciplinary team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to network, influence and manage internal and external stakeholders.

Desirable Experience;

• Experience in the Defence or safety‑regulated environment would be advantageous
• Experience in the Naval / Maritime domain would be advantageous.
• Experience using Hyperworks is desirable
• Composite stress analysis experience would be an asset.

Even If you feel like you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to reach out and apply.

Company Benefits;

• Bonus : Up to £2,500 (based on performance).
• Pension : Up to 14% total contribution.
• Parental Leave : Enhanced parental, maternity, and shared parental leave.
• Flexi Leave : Up to 15 additional days.
• Facilities : On‑site perks like subsidised meals and free parking.
• Training and Development : Excellent opportunities for career progression and skill development

Company Details;

• The company are a multi‑national group, being No 1 in Europe for what they do! With a number of awards and recognitions, with great career progression and opportunities across the business!
• It's no wonder, they have been among the winners of the annual Glassdoor Employees' Choice Awards, 2022, and most recently receiving three accreditation gold standard awards with Investors in People!
• "Interesting work. Good work-life balance. Employees made to feel valued." Software Engineer, 5 Dec 2022. *Glassdoor review.
• "Promotes and believes in a good work / life balance interesting work on most programmes Encourages internal mobility. Offers good development / training opportunities" Principal Systems Engineer, 19 Dec 2022. *Glassdoor review.
• True advocates of ED&I as an Equal Opportunity Employer! With over 10 Networking groups and communities across the business advocating Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.
• Enhanced parental leave : Offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.

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