Turbomachinery Stress Engineer

Enterprise Recruitment Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace start-up in Cambridge seeks a Turbomachinery Stress Engineer to contribute to a groundbreaking micro-turbojet engine project. This role involves thermo-mechanical behaviour analysis, transient thermal modelling, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering, with strong skills in rotative stress analysis and ANSYS FEA. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge propulsion development within a fast-growing environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering required.
• Solid foundations in stress analysis of rotative hardware.
• Competent ANSYS FEA practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the thermo-mechanical behaviour of the engine system.
• Engage in transient thermal modelling and blade stress analysis.
• Collaborate with specialists across various engineering disciplines.

Skills

Rotative stress analysis

ANSYS FEA

Thermal modelling

Education

Degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

Job description

This is a key role with major influence within the turbomachinery team at one of the fastest‑growing start‑up aerospace companies, working on truly bleeding‑edge propulsion technology. You'll be joining at the very start of an ambitious engine development programme, contributing directly to a next‑generation micro‑turbojet engine as it is built from the ground up.

As a Turbomachinery Stress Engineer, you will take ownership of the thermo‑mechanical behaviour of the entire engine system. Your work will span transient thermal modelling, blade and disk stress analysis, vibration and modal behaviour, structural integrity assessments, thermal mapping, clearance definition and support on rotordynamics trade studies. Turbomachinery experience is essential, as you'll be working closely with rotating and static hardware at the core of the engine's architecture.

The ideal engineer will bring strong foundations in rotative stress analysis and FEA, particularly with ANSYS, alongside genuine charisma for tackling complex thermal and structural challenges. Experience in whole‑engine thermal modelling, high‑temperature materials, combustor thermal‑stress behaviour or on‑test vibration monitoring is highly valued, but mindset, curiosity and drive are equally important.

You'll collaborate closely with specialists across aerothermal, combustion and structural disciplines, engaging on a wide range of technical challenges. This is hands‑on, high‑impact engineering where your recommendations will directly influence design evolution, test readiness and long‑term engine performance.

If you're excited by complex engineering challenges, motivated by cutting‑edge propulsion development and want to make a real impact inside a fast‑growing start‑up, this role offers a rare opportunity to do the most meaningful work of your career.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering
• Solid foundations in stress analysis of rotative hardware
• Competent ANSYS FEA practitioner