FEA Engineer (Motorsport) in Derby

FEA Engineer (Motorsport) in Derby

Derby Full-Time No home office possible
EVera Recruitment

We are currently looking for an experienced FEA Engineer (Motorsport) on behalf of our client, to support the development and validation of next-generation high-performance vehicle systems. This role sits at the intersection of simulation, design and manufacturing, where precision engineering meets cutting-edge innovation.

The FEA Engineer (Motorsport) will:

  • Develop and refine FEA methods, standards and workflows to enhance simulation capability and efficiency.
  • Build, execute and interpret linear, nonlinear and explicit models to assess strength, stiffness and crash performance.
  • Support design optimisation for composite and metallic structures, including bonded assemblies.
  • Correlate simulations with physical testing and validate results using hand calculations and engineering judgement.
  • Provide clear, concise analysis reports and actionable recommendations to design and project teams.
  • Collaborate with design, aerodynamics and manufacturing teams to ensure structural integrity and performance targets are met.

The FEA Engineer (Motorsport) will have:

  • Degree in Mechanical, Automotive or Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent).
  • Strong experience in structural FEA using Hypermesh (OptiStruct / Radioss) and Simcenter Nastran.
  • Proven ability to develop methods and improve analysis workflows.
  • Solid understanding of composite materials, bonded joints, and nonlinear/explicit analysis.
  • Skilled in hand calculations to support and validate simulation results.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex findings clearly and confidently.

If you\'re ready to bring simulation excellence to the forefront of high-performance engineering, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join a team where precision meets innovation, and your expertise drives real-world impact.

EVera Recruitment

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