Stress Engineer

Job Title: Stress Engineer

Location: Huddersfield - 4 days/week on-site, Friday at home

Role Type: Contract - 12 months. 37hrs/week.

Rate: £53.33 per hour OUTSIDE IR35

Our client, an established defence engineering firm, require an experienced Stress Engineer to join their multi-disciplined team in Huddersfield working on cutting‑edge systems & machinery in the marine industry.

Working pattern is on‑site Mon - Thurs, with Friday working from home. Alternatively a condensed 4 day working week can be discussed.

• The ability to plan and execute tasks to achieve timescales and costs in conjunction of designated KPI's
• The ability to own problems and provide pragmatic engineering solutions to challenging timescales and budgets
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to develop innovative design solutions that meet customer requirements and project objectives.
• Generate detailed technical reports and documentation to communicate analysis results and recommendations.
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical expertise to support the development and improvement.
• Monitor and track the progress of corrective actions, ensuring timely completion and effectiveness.
• Conduct thorough analysis and investigations and maintain accurate documentation of non‑conformance reports, investigations, and corrective actions.

• Proficient in Stress Analysis packages (ex : ANSYS, MSC NASTRAN, Altair Hyper Mesh), ideally ANSYS
• Experience in the analysis of complex engineering structures
• Expert knowledge in conventional (hand calculation) techniques for static analysis
• Proficient knowledge of numerical (finite element) techniques for static analysis
• Experience in structural Analysis of mechanical components, parts, assemblies and subassemblies for heavy industry, power transmission systems, gear and Gear box
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering or a related field.
• Previous experience in a similar role within the Aerospace and Defense industry.
• Experience in heavy engineering industry, power transmission systems, gears and gear box
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems and industry standards (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001)

Candidates would need to hold British nationality and have lived & worked in the UK for 5+ years and be eligible for SC security clearance.

This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Stress Engineer to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out!