Stress Engineer
Posted 3 days ago by Copello
£57 Per hour
Inside
Undetermined
Bristol, City of Bristol
Summary: The role of Stress Engineer involves analyzing and designing nacelle systems and non-turbo-machinery components to ensure their durability in high-performance automotive applications. Candidates should possess expertise in fatigue life prediction, material behavior, and finite element analysis. The position requires a strong technical background and the ability to validate designs through hand calculations and FEA tools. This role is critical in driving innovative engineering solutions within the automotive sector.
Key Responsibilities:
- Analyze and design nacelle systems and non-turbo-machinery components.
- Ensure components can withstand high-performance driving conditions.
- Utilize fatigue life prediction and material behavior knowledge.
- Employ finite element analysis (FEA) tools for design validation.
- Perform hand calculations to support FEA results.
- Implement critical part lifting methodologies.
- Document technical findings and communicate effectively.
Key Skills:
- Proven experience in stress analysis within automotive, motorsport (F1), or aerospace sectors.
- Strong understanding of fatigue life prediction and material behavior under cyclic loading.
- Familiarity with nacelle systems and non-turbo-machinery components.
- Proficiency in finite element analysis (FEA) tools (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus).
- Ability to perform hand calculations and validate FEA results.
- Experience with critical part lifting methodologies.
- Strong technical documentation and communication skills.
Salary (Rate): £57/hour
City: Bristol
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
We're on the hunt for 5 Stress Engineers with a passion for pushing the boundaries of automotive engineering.
As a Stress Engineer, you'll be responsible for analyzing and designing nacelle systems, non-turbo-machinery components, and other critical parts to ensure they can withstand the rigors of high-performance driving. With a strong understanding of fatigue life prediction, material behavior, and finite element analysis, you'll be the driving force behind our innovative designs.
Required Skills & Experience
- Proven experience in stress analysis within automotive, motorsport (F1), or aerospace sectors
- Strong understanding of fatigue life prediction and material behavior under cyclic loading
- Familiarity with nacelle systems and non-turbo-machinery components
- Proficiency in finite element analysis (FEA) tools (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus)
- Ability to perform hand calculations and validate FEA results
- Experience with critical part lifting methodologies
- Strong technical documentation and communication skills
Nice to Have Skills
- Experience working with PW (Pratt & Whitney) and GE (General Electric) components or standards
- Knowledge of material science and new material development processes
- Familiarity with aerospace certification standards and stress reporting
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a part-time role
- Willingness to travel occasionally between sites if needed