Structural Engineer

Venn Group; England; On-site; GBP 104,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy seeks a Principal Structural Engineer for a 12-month contract in Hertfordshire. The role involves performing structural analysis, leading assessments across several analysis domains, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Suitable candidates should have a STEM degree, significant experience in structural engineering, and strong skills in Finite Element Analysis tools. A great opportunity for those looking to drive innovation and efficiency in engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in a STEM discipline with significant post-graduate experience.
• Strong background in Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
• Experience in fatigue analysis and multi-body dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis using hand calculations and Finite Element methods.
• Lead technical assessments across analysis domains.
• Deliver technical reports and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams.

Skills

Finite Element Analysis

Structural analysis

Excellent communication

Education

Degree in STEM

Tools

Altair

NASTRAN

ANSYS

Job description

Venn Group
Structural Engineer
SC Clearance Required
12-Month Contract
On-site in Hertfordshire
£50 per hour (Inside IR35, Umbrella)

Our client are seeking a Principal Structural Engineer to join them on a long-term contract.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform structural analysis using both hand calculations and Finite Element (FE) methods to support product design and development.
• Lead technical assessments across a range of analysis domains including static, dynamic, fatigue, and crash analysis.
• Deliver technical reports and documentation to a high standard for internal teams and external clients.
• Collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary teams including design, manufacturing, and systems engineers.
• Drive innovation and efficiency by implementing structural optimisation techniques such as Design of Experiments (DOE) and FE model refinement.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Degree qualified in a STEM discipline with significant post-graduate experience in structural engineering.
• Strong background in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) using Altair or equivalent tools such as NASTRAN or ANSYS.
• Demonstrable experience in structural domains such as fatigue analysis, multi-body dynamics, or metallic/composite material assessment.
• Ability to provide efficient, simplified analysis to support fast-paced design decisions.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and clearly present complex technical findings.

If you are interested in this position, please apply or contact Chloe Bailey for further information – [e-mail]