At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and implement vibration monitoring solutions in diverse industrial settings.
- Company: Specialist engineering firm focused on asset integrity and innovative monitoring systems.
- Benefits: Travel opportunities, all expenses covered, and offshore training provided.
- Other info: Hands-on role with opportunities for international travel and career growth.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team tackling exciting engineering challenges with global impact.
- Qualifications: Degree in Mechanical Engineering and 3-5 years of relevant experience required.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Experienced Vibration FEA Engineer required for a new position with our specialist engineering client based in Warrington. This is an exciting opportunity to join a small, highly productive team specialising in asset integrity monitoring, pipework vibration solutions, and advanced structural and machinery monitoring systems. The role involves a combination of office-based engineering work and travel to client sites, including offshore and international assignments.
The Role
You will be involved in the design, implementation, and assessment of vibration monitoring and mitigation solutions across a range of industrial environments. The position offers varied technical challenges with opportunities for offshore and international project work.
Key Responsibilities
- Support asset integrity monitoring activities, including system design and configuration
- Conduct structural vibration assessments and pipework vibration analysis
- Design and implement vibration solutions using CAD, FEA, and specialist engineering software
- Carry out process pipework vibration assessments and site-based investigations
- Visit customer sites for hands‑on engineering and assessment work
- Liaise with clients to define project requirements and prepare commercial proposals
- Produce technical documentation
- Perform data analysis, signal processing, and interpretation of engineering data
Skills & Experience Required
- Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
- Ideally 3–5+ years’ relevant industry experience
- Proficient in 3D CAD, particularly SolidWorks for structural engineering design
- Strong FEA experience using ANSYS
- Excellent understanding of vibration and dynamic behaviour of structures and machinery
- Strong knowledge of structural vibration assessment and problem‑solving techniques
- Good understanding of metal fatigue and failure mechanisms
- Experience using instrumentation and data logging systems for measuring: Strain, Vibration, Displacement, Pressure, Temperature
- Knowledge of Modal Testing and Operating Deflection Shape (ODS) assessment techniques
- Experience in data analysis and signal processing
- Competent in installation and configuration of strain gauges
- Full UK driving licence
Desirable Experience
- Electrical engineering knowledge
- Experience with: HBM GlyphWorks, MEScope software, Motion Amplification techniques, Online monitoring systems
- Experience programming data logging and HMI/PLC systems
- Previous offshore or industrial site experience
Additional Information
- Travel to client sites, including international travel and offshore assignments, is required
- Offshore trips may involve 1–2 weeks away from home depending on project requirements
- All travel and accommodation expenses covered
- Offshore medical and survival training will be arranged by the company
Vibration FEA Engineer in Warrington employer: FINTEC recruit
At FINTEC recruit, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Located in the vibrant city of Southampton, our team enjoys competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for career growth as we expand within the mechanical engineering and fabrication sectors. Join us to be part of a dynamic environment where your contributions are valued and your professional development is a priority.
