Design & Analysis Development Engineer

We are looking for a Design & Analysis Development Engineer on behalf of and in support to ATG’s Engineering Lab in Noordwijk (The Netherlands), Galway (Ireland), or Rome (Italy).

For our in‑house composites department, Composites Lab, we are looking for a bright and enthusiastic Design & Analysis Development Engineer with a passion for and deep understanding of composite structures & materials to join our growing team. The successful candidate can be based in any of our three office locations – Noordwijk (NL), Galway (IE) or Rome (IT).

Composites Lab is one of ATG’s internal engineering business units, with team members based in the Netherlands, Ireland and Italy. Our talented team is composed of highly motivated, multi‑disciplinary engineers with a diverse international background.

Since 2013, Composites Lab has been developing a game‑changing composite CFRP lattice and grid‑stiffened structure technology. This technology provides optimised structural solutions that are mass‑efficient and cost‑effective, allowing our customers to meet the stringent constraints of space applications. Initially developed internally at ATG and further supported through several large‑scale ESA development programmes, the technology has now advanced to a level where real space applications are being realised.

These applications include components for launchers (e.g. interstage and upper stage structures), satellite structures (e.g. central cylinders), and multi‑payload adapters.

Note:

the successful candidate will be employed by ATG Europe (or one of its subsidiaries). Upon selection, they will be subject to a general security screening performed by an external provider (further information will be provided at interview stage).

Roles and Responsibilities

Perform top‑level design and system engineering for composite technologies and products

Develop CAD models and designs

Conduct FE modelling, analysis, and optimisation

Set up and improve design, analysis, and optimisation procedures

Prepare reports and documentation

Support design for manufacturing activities

Support or participate in the manufacturing of components

Support or participate in the testing of components

Support the preparation of business proposals

Organise, perform, and supervise various research activities

Interface with customers as part of projects or business development

ATG is dedicated to diversity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. Regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, handicap, or any other reason protected by relevant state or municipal legislation, we are pleased to consider all eligible candidates for employment.

Please ensure that your CV clearly explains how you meet the mandatory requirements. If it doesn’t align completely with the essential criteria, it could result in rejection.

Technical and Professional Requirements

Master’s Degree in Engineering (Aerospace or Mechanical)

At least 3 years of relevant work experience

Ability to work autonomously across multiple disciplines

Affinity with fibre‑reinforced composite materials and structures

Knowledge of design and optimisation methods, analytical and numerical, from conceptual design to detailed optimisation methods

Experience with FE model setup and analysis, preferably of composites

Experience with commercial FE tools (preferably FEMAP with NX/MSC Nastran)

Experience with dynamic analysis including sine and random vibration

Experience with CAD software (preferably CATIA V5)

Affinity and preferably experience with manufacturing methods for composites

Affinity and experience with manufacturing processes for metals is an advantage

Awareness of the advantages, disadvantages, and limitations of analysis and manufacturing methods

Basic programming skills (preferably in Python)

Experience of working with ECSS standards and requirements is advantageous

Well organised and capable of organising an efficient workflow

Capable of working in an ambitious team with occasional peaks in workload

Open‑minded attitude, with a capability to challenge industry standards

Personal initiative and thirst for improvement and developing new skills

Willing to travel for work

Fluency in English, both written and spoken (additional languages are advantageous)

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the EU

Application
Early applications are encouraged as they allow for a smooth and efficient recruitment process. Please do not wait until the deadline to submit your application.

Please submit your application in English via the apply button below. Applications submitted in other languages will not be considered.

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