Are you an experienced Stress Engineer with a strong background in composite structures? This is an exciting opportunity for a Stress Engineer to join a well-established engineering organisation delivering complex, high-performance solutions into highly regulated industries such as aerospace, defence, Formula 1 and motorsport.

This role would suit a proactive Stress Engineer who enjoys working across both analysis and wider engineering activities within a collaborative team environment.

Reporting to the Mechanical Design Team Leader, this Stress Engineer position will see you delivering high-quality analysis and technical support across a range of innovative projects.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Performing stress analysis of composite components using FEA tools such as Hyperworks, NASTRAN / PATRAN, ANSYS or similar

• Applying industry-recognised stress methodologies for both metallic and composite structures

• Producing clear, detailed technical reports and documentation

• Managing and overseeing external analysis sub-contractors where required

• Supporting design reviews and liaising directly with customers, including technical presentations

• Conducting value analysis to optimise product performance and development cost

• Providing technical input on new projects, evaluating requirements and engineering implications

• Maintaining accurate project records and documentation

• Driving continuous improvement in design and analysis processes

To be successful in this Stress Engineer role, you will have proven experience in stress analysis of composite structures within a highly regulated engineering environment (e.g. aerospace, defence, motorsport, F1 or similar).

You will also ideally have:

• Experience with dynamic and/or non-linear analysis

• Knowledge of F&DT (Fatigue & Damage Tolerance) for metallic and composite structures

• Proficiency in CATIA V5

• Understanding of certification requirements within regulated industries

• Experience producing manufacturing drawings

• Knowledge of composite manufacturing techniques, including fibre reinforced plastics and thermoplastics

In return, this Stress Engineer opportunity offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing and career development, including:

• Early finish on Fridays

• Hybrid Working

• Generous employer pension contribution

• Company bonus scheme

• Private medical insurance

• Income protection

• Employee assistance programme (health & wellbeing support)

• Employee discount platform

Due to the nature of this Stress Engineer position, successful candidates will be required to undergo Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance. Eligibility will depend on nationality and right to work status.

If you’re a Stress Engineer looking to develop your career and work on complex products within high regulatory market sectors, we’d love to hear from you.