Stress Engineer

Héroux-Devtek; Runcorn; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous group pension plan

25 days annual leave

Mentorship and training support

Social events and team building activities

Job summary

Héroux-Devtek in Runcorn is seeking an engineer to engage in stress analysis and landing gear systems design and testing. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s in mechanical engineering and experience in stress analysis, particularly in aerospace.

This role is part of an international team, with opportunities for career development through training and mentorship. Benefits include a generous pension plan, remote work options, and a positive workplace culture. Join us to contribute to innovative aircraft solutions!

Qualifications

• Experience of stress analysis, preferably within the aerospace industry.
• Ability to perform hand stress calculations using standard methods.
• Knowledge of airworthiness requirements relating to landing gear.

Responsibilities

• Determine applied loads on components by interpreting system drawings.
• Produce detailed reports on analyses and tests.
• Conduct fatigue analysis using classical methods and computer tools.

Skills

Stress analysis

FEA methods

Fatigue analysis methods

Microsoft Software competency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent

Tools

ABAQUS

nCode

ADAMS/Vi-Aircraft

MATLAB

MS Excel/Visual Basic

Job description

Job Summary

This role is based in Runcorn, in the Northwest of England at the Héroux Devtek UK engineering office. Reporting to the Chief Stress Engineer, you will be part of a dynamic, international, co-located team of engineers engaged in the design, manufacture and testing of exciting new aircraft landing gear systems.

Key Requirements

• Experience of stress analysis, preferably within the aerospace industry, is essential for this role with a proven ability to:
• determine applied loads on components by interpretation of system drawings and specifications using classical methods or computer simulation tools.
• perform hand stress calculations using standard methods and data sheets.
• Knowledge in the use of:
• FEA methods preferably using ABAQUS and ABAQUS/CAE.
• fatigue analysis methods using classical Miner’s calculations and nCode or MSC/Fatigue simulation software.
• Ability to produce reports on analyses and tests to a standard sufficient for issue to Civil and Military Airworthiness Authorities.
• Competency in the use of Microsoft Software together with good presentation and report writing skills.

Whilst these will be the primary responsibilities of the role, knowledge of the following would be advantageous.

Preferred Qualifications

• Airworthiness requirements relating to the landing gear loading conditions (EASA/FAA 23/25/27/29, Def Stan 00-970, STANAG 4671, MIL-8862 etc.).
• Modelling of landing gear systems using dynamic simulation tools (ADAMS/Vi-Aircraft, MATLAB, MS Excel/Visual Basic).
• Understanding of the behavior of aircraft and landing gear mechanical systems in order to determine the most appropriate analyses.
• Generation of Performance & Loads Reports to provide loading data for the structural analysis of landing gears.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• Membership of an Engineering Society (RAeS, IMechE or similar) will be an advantage although sponsorship to achieve this will be offered.

This role offers the perfect opportunity for an ambitious engineer looking to develop/expand their career in this field of analytics. For the successful candidate, training will be provided.

Benefits

• Generous group pension plan with up to 7.5% employer contribution matched by employees. Competitive salaries tied to performance, reviewed annually for fairness.
• Standard 37-hour week – Runcorn/38.5 Nottingham, 25 days annual leave plus statutory holidays. Remote work one day per week and Friday early logout by 1pm.
• Supportive environment investing in growth through mentorship, training, professional subscription, and certifications.
• Cultivating a culture where diversity is valued and respected, fostering innovation and organizational success.
• Our motivating work environment and leadership approach empower individuals to enact meaningful change and contribute positively to the organization's success.
• Friend referral bonuses and loyalty programs are accessible, providing incentives for referrals and encouraging loyalty among employees.
• Social events like BBQs, golf outings, and Christmas parties for team building and fostering a vibrant workplace culture.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these characteristics.