52 Finite Element Analysis jobs in the United Kingdom
Stress Engineer (Finite Element Analysis (FEA))
Posted 7 days ago
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Overview
At Element Digital Engineering , we don’t just solve problems, we engineer smart, practical solutions that shape industries. As part of the global Element Materials Technology group, we combine advanced simulation and consultancy with world-class testing, inspection, and certification expertise.
From nuclear and aerospace to energy and defence, our work spans sectors and scales. One day it’s simple hand calculations and static FEA; the next, it’s high-fidelity 3D dynamic or shock analyses. Whatever the challenge, we bring the right level of detail to deliver outcomes that matter.
Join our team as an Engineer / Project Engineer (Structural Analysis) and become a trusted partner to our clients, providing:
- Design support & in-service assessments
- Verification services & failure investigations
- Structural analysis for technical safety assessments
You’ll play a key role in projects that demand both precision and creativity while also developing your skills as a consultant and technical specialist.
Full-time, Permanent | Based in Bristol (Quayside) or Derby | Hybrid & Flexible Working Available
Element Digital Engineering is a leading provider of specialist engineering simulation, design, and consultancy support to clients across many industries – including Aerospace, Automotive, Energy, Built Environment and Chemical Process – in the UK and internationally. As a part of our team, you will play a central role in providing our clients with design support and verification services, operational troubleshooting, and technical safety assessments.
Responsibilities
- Carry-out a range of technical projects and analyses, with some supervision from our more experienced staff, in order to meet the clients’ needs and expectations
- Participate in technical delivery and client relationship management
- Support business development activities with a range of new and existing clients
- Integrate and engage with our positive team culture with adherence to Element’s core values – care, integrity, and progress
Skills / Qualifications
- Have a bachelor’s degree (grade 2.1 or above), master’s degree or PhD or in a relevant engineering, science or applied mathematics discipline. Preferably with experience in the application of structural analysis from first principles or in accordance with relevant standards
- Have experience delivering engineering analysis in an engineering company and/or engineering consultancy setting, including managing projects or aspects of engineering projects
- Have strong technical knowledge and experience in solving problems with FEA, including defining an approach, model setup, post processing, verification and validation. This should include statics, dynamics, and frequency domain. This would ideally be in at least two of aerospace, nuclear, renewable energy, oil & gas, or defence sectors
- Have a working understanding of structural integrity topic areas such as fatigue, creep and plasticity; as well as material behaviour
- Ideally have knowledge of widely used analysis tool, including ANSYS, Abaqus, NASTRAN, or Calculix with a demonstrable ability to extend their capability using user functions where necessary
- Some proficiency in the in the use of programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, VBA , C# or C/C++ would be an advantage
- Have strong verbal and written communication skills
- Are either already at, or actively working toward, Chartered Engineer (or equivalent) status
- Like a challenge, are flexible thinkers and aren’t intimidated by unfamiliar problems
- Enjoy client and colleague interaction, takes responsibility for delivery, and wants the opportunity to work within a growing and dynamic engineering team
Company Overview
Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’.
When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.
While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.
Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.
Diversity Statement
At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”.
All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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Senior Structural Engineer - Finite Element Analysis
Posted 14 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct detailed linear and non-linear static and dynamic structural analysis using FEA software (e.g., ANSYS, ABAQUS, SolidWorks Simulation).
- Develop and validate advanced FE models for complex geometries and loading conditions.
- Interpret simulation results, identify potential failure modes, and propose design modifications to enhance structural performance and safety.
- Perform stress, strain, fatigue, and thermal analysis on components and systems.
- Liaise with design teams to integrate analysis findings into the design process and provide design recommendations.
- Prepare comprehensive technical reports documenting analysis methodologies, results, and conclusions.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers in FEA techniques and best practices.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of internal analysis standards and procedures.
- Participate in project meetings, client presentations, and technical reviews.
- Ensure compliance with relevant industry codes, standards, and regulations (e.g., Eurocodes, BS standards).
- Collaborate with testing and validation teams to correlate FEA results with experimental data.
- Stay current with the latest advancements in FEA technology and structural engineering principles.
Qualifications:
- Master's or Ph.D. in Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in structural analysis, with a strong emphasis on FEA.
- Proven proficiency with industry-standard FEA software packages.
- In-depth knowledge of structural mechanics, material science, and failure analysis.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong technical writing and presentation abilities.
- Ability to lead projects and mentor technical staff.
- Membership in a relevant professional engineering institution (e.g., IStructE, ICE) is highly desirable.
This is a critical role for a highly skilled engineer looking to make a significant impact on technically demanding projects, based at our **Bristol, South West England, UK** office.
Lead Mechanical Design Engineer (Finite Element Analysis)
Posted 21 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the mechanical design and analysis of new and existing products using advanced FEA techniques.
- Develop, validate, and interpret FEA models for stress, strain, thermal, vibration, and fatigue analysis.
- Oversee the creation of detailed 3D CAD models and 2D manufacturing drawings.
- Provide technical direction and mentorship to junior mechanical engineers.
- Collaborate with manufacturing and R&D teams to ensure designs are feasible, cost-effective, and meet performance targets.
- Conduct design reviews and present findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
- Develop and maintain design documentation, including design history files and test reports.
- Investigate and resolve design-related issues that arise during product development and production.
- Stay current with the latest advancements in mechanical design software, FEA tools, and engineering best practices.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of design processes and methodologies.
- MSc or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in mechanical design and analysis, with at least 3 years in a lead or senior role.
- Extensive hands-on experience with commercial FEA software (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus, COMSOL).
- Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA, Inventor).
- Demonstrated understanding of material science, mechanics of materials, and solid mechanics.
- Experience in a remote working environment is highly desirable.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
Aerospace Structural Engineer - Stress Analysis
Posted 8 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct detailed stress analysis and fatigue life assessments for aerospace structures and components using FEA software (e.g., ANSYS, NASTRAN).
- Validate analytical models through correlation with test data and experimental results.
- Develop and implement structural test plans for components and assemblies.
- Interpret and apply relevant aerospace standards and regulations (e.g., EASA CS-25, FAA FAR Part 25) to ensure compliance.
- Collaborate closely with design engineering teams to provide structural design recommendations and optimize designs for performance, weight, and manufacturability.
- Prepare comprehensive technical reports documenting analysis methods, results, and recommendations.
- Participate in design reviews and technical interchange meetings.
- Identify potential structural issues and propose effective solutions.
- Support manufacturing and assembly processes by providing necessary structural documentation and analysis.
- Stay current with advancements in structural analysis techniques, tools, and aerospace materials.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field with a specialization in structures or stress analysis.
- Proven experience in aerospace structural analysis, including extensive use of FEA tools.
- Strong understanding of mechanics of materials, structural dynamics, fatigue, and fracture mechanics.
- Familiarity with aerospace certification requirements and processes.
- Proficiency in relevant analysis software (e.g., ANSYS, NASTRAN, PATRAN).
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong technical writing and communication skills for reporting and presenting findings.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Eligibility to work in the UK and potentially obtain security clearance.
Senior Stress Analysis Engineer
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Key Responsibilities:
- Perform detailed stress, strain, and fatigue analysis on complex mechanical components and structures using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software.
- Develop and validate FEA models, ensuring accuracy and correlation with experimental data and theoretical calculations.
- Interpret simulation results to identify potential failure modes, optimise designs for strength and durability, and ensure compliance with design specifications and industry standards.
- Collaborate closely with design engineers, manufacturing engineers, and project managers to provide timely and actionable insights throughout the product development lifecycle.
- Define testing requirements and procedures for validating analytical models and product performance.
- Contribute to the development of best practices and methodologies for stress analysis within the engineering department.
- Investigate and troubleshoot structural issues identified during product development, testing, or in-service use.
- Prepare comprehensive technical reports detailing analysis methods, results, and recommendations.
- Stay current with advancements in FEA technology, materials science, and structural engineering principles.
- Mentor junior engineers in the principles and application of stress analysis.
- Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline with a focus on solid mechanics and structural analysis.
- Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in stress analysis and FEA.
- Proficiency in industry-standard FEA software packages (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus, Nastran).
- Strong understanding of solid mechanics, material properties, failure theories, and fatigue analysis.
- Experience with thermal analysis and vibration analysis is a plus.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to interpret complex technical data and communicate findings clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
- Experience with scripting or programming for automation of analysis tasks is desirable.
- Ability to work effectively in both a collaborative on-site setting and independently in a remote environment.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to delivering high-quality engineering solutions.
Lead Stress Analysis Engineer
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the stress analysis activities for new and existing product designs.
- Develop and implement advanced FEA models and simulations using industry-standard software (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus).
- Analyze simulation results to assess structural integrity, identify potential failure modes, and optimize designs.
- Validate FEA results through hand calculations, empirical data, and physical testing.
- Collaborate closely with design engineers, R&D teams, and manufacturing to ensure design requirements are met.
- Define material properties and boundary conditions for accurate analysis.
- Prepare detailed technical reports, summaries, and presentations of analysis findings.
- Mentor and guide junior stress engineers, fostering their technical development.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of stress analysis processes, tools, and methodologies.
- Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations.
- Troubleshoot design issues related to structural performance.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in stress analysis techniques and technologies.
- Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline with a focus on structural analysis.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in stress analysis and FEA.
- Proficiency in advanced FEA software such as ANSYS Mechanical, Abaqus, or equivalent.
- Strong theoretical knowledge of solid mechanics, material science, and structural dynamics.
- Experience in leading engineering analysis projects and mentoring teams.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
- Familiarity with design for manufacturing principles.
- Experience with fatigue and fracture mechanics is a plus.
Lead Stress Analysis Engineer
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead stress analysis activities for new product development and existing product improvements.
- Perform comprehensive FEA simulations using tools like ANSYS, Abaqus, or similar platforms.
- Validate simulation results through correlation with analytical calculations and physical test data.
- Develop and maintain analysis methodologies, best practices, and documentation.
- Collaborate closely with design engineers, manufacturing teams, and project managers to integrate analysis findings into the design process.
- Identify potential design weaknesses and propose effective solutions to enhance structural performance.
- Mentor and guide junior stress analysts, providing technical expertise and support.
- Prepare detailed technical reports, summaries, and presentations for project reviews.
- Contribute to the development of material characterization and testing plans.
- Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations.
Qualifications and Skills:
- A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline.
- A minimum of 7 years of professional experience in mechanical design and stress analysis, with a significant focus on FEA.
- Proficiency in at least one major FEA software package (e.g., ANSYS Mechanical, Abaqus, Nastran).
- Strong knowledge of material behavior under various loading conditions (static, dynamic, thermal, fatigue).
- Experience with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA, Creo) for model preparation.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, effective for remote collaboration.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects concurrently in a remote setting.
- Experience with scripting or programming for automation (e.g., Python) is a plus.
- Familiarity with specific industry standards (e.g., ASME, ISO) is advantageous.
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Lead Stress Analysis Engineer
Posted 3 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead stress analysis activities for complex mechanical designs.
- Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) on critical components and systems.
- Develop and validate analytical models for structural integrity.
- Analyse static, dynamic, thermal, and fatigue loading conditions.
- Interpret simulation results and provide design recommendations.
- Mentor and guide junior stress analysis engineers.
- Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and testing teams.
- Prepare technical reports and present findings to stakeholders.
- Stay abreast of advancements in FEA techniques and software.
Lead Stress Analysis Engineer
Posted 5 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct advanced stress and structural analysis using FEA software.
- Develop and validate complex analytical models for aerospace components.
- Lead and mentor a remote team of stress analysis engineers.
- Interpret analysis results and provide clear, concise engineering recommendations.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams on product development.
- Perform failure analysis and root cause investigations.
- Contribute to the development of new analytical methods and tools.
- Prepare technical reports and presentations for management and clients.
- Maintain a high level of technical expertise in stress analysis and related fields.
Senior Stress Analysis Engineer
Posted 7 days ago
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Key responsibilities include:
- Performing detailed structural analysis using advanced FEA software (e.g., NASTRAN, ANSYS, ABAQUS).
- Developing and validating analytical models for complex aerospace structures and components.
- Interpreting analysis results and providing clear, concise recommendations to design teams.
- Ensuring designs meet stringent regulatory requirements and industry standards.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including design, manufacturing, and testing, to resolve structural challenges.
- Contributing to the development of new analysis methodologies and tools.
- Mentoring junior engineers and sharing expertise within the team.
- Documenting analysis procedures, results, and conclusions thoroughly.
- Participating in design reviews and providing expert technical input.
- Staying abreast of the latest advancements in stress analysis techniques and aerospace technology.