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Senior Stress Engineer
- bristol, south west england, BS1 3LX, United Kingdom
- Job type not listed
- Full time
- £78,000 - £78,000 Per Annum
Job Description
About the Role
Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Stress Engineer to join their cutting-edge engineering team in Bristol . This critical role involves performing advanced structural analysis and ensuring the integrity and safety of mechanical designs under various load conditions. You will leverage sophisticated simulation tools and your deep understanding of mechanics to predict and prevent potential failures. This is an exciting opportunity to work on challenging projects within a high-tech industry, contributing to the development of robust and reliable products.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive stress analysis and structural integrity assessments using FEA software.
- Develop and validate complex Finite Element Models for static and dynamic loading conditions.
- Interpret simulation results and provide clear, actionable recommendations to design engineers.
- Define testing requirements and methodologies to validate analytical predictions.
- Collaborate with design teams to optimize structures for strength, stiffness, and weight.
- Mentor junior stress engineers and contribute to the development of best practices.
Requirements
- Masters or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field with a specialization in structural analysis.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in stress analysis and FEA .
- Expert proficiency in FEA software packages (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus, NASTRAN).
- Strong understanding of material mechanics, failure theories, and fatigue analysis.
- Experience with structural dynamics and vibration analysis is highly desirable.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Benefits
- Top-tier salary and performance-related bonus.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Generous retirement plan with company matching.
- Significant investment in professional development and training.
- Access to advanced simulation software and hardware.
- A challenging and rewarding role in Bristol 's thriving aerospace and engineering sector.