Hazards Specialist; Structural

Dynamic Hazards Specialist (Structural)

Salary range: £37,000 to £60,000 per annum depending on experience

Location:

Leatherhead, Bristol, Burton or Glasgow

Working Pattern:
We operate a flexible hybrid working pattern at Frazer‑Nash, with time split between the office and working from home.

Are you interested in applying your hazard analysis skills to structural challenges? Frazer‑Nash Consultancy is looking for talented Engineers and Consultants keen on the assessment of structures to resist extreme dynamic loads, such as impact, blast, fire and seismic loads – often associated with the safety and security of essential assets, in sectors including Energy, Defence, Space, Nuclear and Transport.

We have an opportunity for a proactive and diligent Engineer to join our UK Built Environment team, where we use our expert knowledge to characterise hazards and develop technical assessments and bespoke solutions for our clients.

Your role in the group would be dependent upon your experience and skillset but will support projects across a wide range of disciplines, with a focus on structural assessment, risk and hazard analysis using empirical methods (technical safety), finite element models, fluid mechanics models, and working from first principles. There is an expectation for regular interaction with clients to identify their needs, develop relationships, and provide ongoing value, nurturing further project opportunities.

• Nuclear energy (new build, operational fleet and decommissioning)
• Nuclear defence (infrastructure design, substantiation and assurance)
• Renewables (e.g., onshore solar, offshore wind)
• Process industries (e.g., chemical, hydrogen production)
• Transport (e.g., rail, marine)

Your role will vary depending on skills and experience, but may typically include contributions on projects covering the following aspects, with development options for leading the delivery and providing technical oversight for:

• Concept development and feasibility analysis
• Civil and structural design and verification code assessments (e.g., Eurocode, ASCE, AISC), through software and hand calculations
• Hazard assessment (e.g. Seismic, blast, and fire performance modelling) and validation studies or safety case development
• Structural analysis and substantiation of structures subject to extreme dynamic loads:
  • Explosion / Blast / Impact withstand assessment
  • Fire and explosion risk assessment
  • Fire load response analysis
  • Vessel failure analysis, and
  • Seismic analysis and qualification

We’re looking for engineers who want to go beyond technical analysis — individuals eager to develop as consultants, who aim to reach a proficiency to:

• Lead and shape projects, including managing projects from scoping to delivery
• Engage directly with clients to define project needs and opportunities, and develop long‑term relationships
• Contribute to the development of capability relative to their specialism and own development of opportunities and work streams in that space

• Communicate and coordinate with clients and consultants to ensure a clear understanding of project goals and expectations.
• Coordinate, guide, and check the preparation of documents with colleagues, clients, and to meet quality standards.

At this time, we are welcoming applicants with a broad range of experience levels, as a minimum, you should have:

• A master’s degree (or higher) in Engineering or a related discipline (e.g. physics, chemistry, mathematics) and must be able to demonstrate an understanding of fundamental principles and problem solving.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills - facilitating positive internal and client relationships. Excellent technical writing skills for engineering consulting applications are required, as are engineering/scientific problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong computer literacy is required with an enthusiasm to learn new applications and packages.

Specific to the role, it is desired that you have:

• Working knowledge of current industry software packages including, ABAQUS, ANYSYS, LSDYNA, Autodesk Robot, Revit, and AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of programming languages.
• A…