Principal Mechanical Analysis Engineer in Bristol

Engineered to Protect, that’s our promise, we protect what matters - our nations, our waters, our land, our cities, our people, our environment, our world.

As Principal Mechanical Analysis Engineer you will drive advanced mechanical analysis capability within the team by applying deep expertise in the areas of structural, thermal and flow analysis through classical methods and FEA/CFD simulation tools. You will lead the definition and execution of engineering analyses—including hand calculations, technical studies, and R&D—to deliver robust, high‑quality solutions across projects backed by robust engineering reports. You will provide technical leadership and mentoring to strengthen team proficiency in analysis and design best practices, and play a key role in establishing SEA's ongoing infrastructure and capability in Mechanical Analysis.

The Principal Mechanical Analysis Engineer can be based at any of our three sites, Barnstaple, Beckington, or Bristol. This role allows for flexible working with a minimal expectation of 3 days per week on site. The salary for this role is £62k, depending on experience.

What you will be doing:

• Ensure clear communication and collaboration within the Mechanical Engineering project team, other engineering functions and project stakeholders.
• Provide leadership and technical direction/task management to ensure delivery of mechanical engineering solutions on-time, on-cost and on-quality.
• Conduct mechanical engineering analysis with the ability to support detailed design, tolerance studies (including GD&T) and generation of technical documentation (design specifications, test specifications etc) and manufacturing data packs (MDP) to relevant standards including BS8888.
• Support problem investigations and deliver effective solutions.
• Line management for your team, including development discussions and regular 1:1 meetings.

About Our Company:

At SEA, we develop and deliver advanced solutions to make our world safer, cleaner and more efficient. We provide state‑of‑the‑art applications for naval ship and fleet protection, and undersea surveillance systems. In‑service across the globe, our systems deliver a rapid response to threats and system effectiveness and interoperation. Our systems support an ever‑growing number of navies across the world, and we continue to bolster our already specialist, on‑the‑ground knowledge of key overseas markets.

What we offer:

• Work life balance
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements
• 25 days’ annual leave, plus buy and sell
• Up to 16 days flexi leave accrual
• Half day Fridays
• Reservists in the Armed Forces receive special paid leave
• Private medical health insurance & Employee Assistance Program
• All Staff Bonus
• Group Pension Plan of up to 7% employer contribution
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing Centre
• Sports & Social activities
• Employee Discounts portal - online and in‑store discounts, travel savings
• Life assurance policy
• Publication and recruitment bonus rewards
• Development opportunities, including LinkedIn learning
• Electric vehicle charging points at all sites
• Private seated lunch areas
• Onsite bistro (Barnstaple office) and free hot and cold beverages
• Onsite showers and toiletries provision
• Free onsite parking

The skills you need:

• Degree qualified within a mechanical (or equivalent) engineering discipline. An MSc or PhD within mechanical engineering involving mechanical analysis would be advantageous.
• In‑depth knowledge of the design, test, manufacture and in‑service support of Mechanical hardware in both the commercial and military environments.
• Thorough knowledge of Military and Commercial Mechanical & Environmental design standards including Def Stans, Mil Specs, CE/UKCA marking.
• Significant experience in the detailed and system level design of hardware.
• Generation and approval of Stress Reports and associated artefacts.
• Chartered Engineer — or working towards chartered status is preferable.

Join us and be part of something smaller - with 500 people in the UK and Canada - doing something bigger: protecting what matters.

If you’d like to know more, please give Kelly from our Talent Acquisition Team a call.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level.

Employment type: Full‑time.

Job function: Industrial Machinery Manufacturing.