At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a team of engineers to ensure top-notch performance in military systems.
- Company: World-class defence organisation with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, potential for overtime, and long-term contract opportunities.
- Other info: Onsite 4 days a week with a dynamic team and excellent career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the defence sector while working on cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Degree in STEM and experience in structural analysis using FE methods.
World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a Principal Structural Engineer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract, with very likely extension. The role will be onsite 4 days per week.
Candidates with a FE / FEA background (Structural Engineer / Structural Analysis / Stress Engineer) ideally from the Defence / Aerospace industry would be suitable for this position.
- Rate: £50.00 per hour
- Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at time and a quarter
- Location: Stevenage
- Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be onsite 4 days per week
- Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.
- IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)
- Interview process: One stage video interview
The Mechanical Analysis Group are looking for a Principal Structural Engineer to join its team in Stevenage. The group consists of over fifty engineers working across a wide spectrum of cutting-edge military systems.
Responsibilities: Working for an internationally recognised company, you will play a critical role in ensuring that products deliver the necessary performance against key structural requirements.
Skillset/experience required:
- Degree qualified in a STEM subject.
- Proven ability to carry out structural analysis through the application of hand calculations and Finite Element (FE) methods.
- Proven experience in the Altair FE toolset is preferred, although experience in alternative FE codes such as NASTRAN, ANSYS etc. will be considered.
- Experience in one or more of the following areas: Static, dynamic, fatigue analysis; Metallic/composite analysis; Finite Element optimisation & Design of Experiments; Assessment of mechanisms and multi body dynamics; Crash analysis.
- Ability to make quick/simple assessments to progress design activities in an efficient manner.
- Self-motivated individuals, who are great problem solvers and are able to take responsibility for complex structural analysis tasks.
- Can work as a part of a multi-disciplinary team, as well as independently.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to network and influence internal and external customers.
- Relevant experience in an equivalent or comparable industry would be advantageous.
Principal Structural Engineer in London employer: Certain Advantage
As a leading Defence Organisation located in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture that empowers our employees to excel. With a focus on employee growth, we offer long-term contract opportunities and competitive rates, alongside a unique 4-day working week that promotes work-life balance. Join us to be part of a team that is at the forefront of technology, delivering exceptional software solutions in a dynamic and supportive environment.
