Structural Analysis Engineer

At TÜV SÜD we are passionate about technology. Innovations impact our daily lives in countless ways, and we are dedicated to being a part of that progress. We test, we audit, we inspect, we advise. We never stop challenging ourselves for the safety of society and its people. We breathe technology, we strive for professional excellence, and we leave a mark. We take the future into our hands. We are TÜV SÜD.

We are seeking a highly skilled Structural Analysis Engineer to provide support for technical consultancy projects. The successful candidate will specialise in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) , vibration assessment, steel frame structural design, and explicit dynamics analysis, ensuring compliance with stringent engineering standards and project requirements. Experience in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and pressurised systems would also be of benefit.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct FEA simulations for static and dynamic load cases, including seismic and vibration analysis.
• Develop and validate steel support frames and rigid fixtures.
• Perform response spectrum analysis and damping evaluations for equipment qualification.
• Perform FE analyses using Ansys LS-DYNA to simulate structural, dynamic and impact behaviour of components and systems
• Collaborate with external clients to support testing
• Prepare comprehensive technical documentation
• Ensure adherence to health and safety standards and project-specific compliance requirements.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proficiency in FEA tools such as ANSYS for structural and vibration analysis.
• Strong understanding of material behaviour, structural mechanics and finite element theory
• Strong knowledge of dynamic loads, seismic analysis, random vibration and response spectrum analyses..
• Familiarity in steel frame design, welding standards, and material properties for carbon and stainless steel.
• Familiarity with vibration testing instrumentation and accelerometer data interpretation.
• Proficiency in Ansys LS-DYNA for explicit dynamic simulations, in particular for impact and explosion loads
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and manage client/supplier interactions under tight deadlines.
• Understanding of nuclear industry standards and quality assurance processes.
• Eligibility for UK security clearance at Security Check (SC) level
• Experience in Computational Fluid Dynamics would be beneficial

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Structural, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience performing FE analyses in an engineering consulting or industrial setting.
• Previous experience supporting high-integrity engineering projects.

At TÜV SÜD, we have employees from more than 100 different countries collaborating together. People of different backgrounds, skills, and pursuing different life goals. Our strength comes from these countless and varied perspectives. We are committed to be an inclusive and diverse workplace by welcoming people of all backgrounds. We want Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) to be a foundation of our company and create an environment where all our employees can trust they will be treated with respect, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic background, faith, beliefs, disabilities, age, sexual orientation, or identity. As such, our employees are expected to behave at all times in a manner consistent with TÜV SÜD Code of Ethics and Company values. We firmly believe embedding D&I in the heart of what we do will inherently contribute to the success of TÜV SÜD.

Work Area: Others

Country/Region: United Kingdom

Job Location: East Kilbride

Working Model : Remote

Employment Type: Full time / temporary

Company: TUV SUD Limited

Org Unit Code: CON

Requisition ID: 3032

Duration in months (if limited contract): 12