Mechanical Analysis Engineer

16 hours ago


Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Electus Recruitment Solutions Full time £40,000 - £72,000 per year

Mechanical Analysis Engineer (FEA Specialist)

Salary:
£50,000 to £60,000 per annum

Headline Summary
We are seeking a
Mechanical Analysis Engineer
with deep expertise in
Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
to join a leading Defence engineering firm. This newly created, permanent role is focused on ensuring the
structural integrity and reliability
of complex, heavy-duty military equipment, with opportunities to influence
future robotics research
. If you are ready to move beyond reporting results to delivering
actionable design recommendations
, this is your opportunity.

The Opportunity

This is a key appointment within the client's Product Design team. You will function as the primary FEA specialist, reporting to the Engineering Manager. The work involves complex analysis of heavy
plated structures
, welded fabrications, and multi-jointed assemblies common in counter-mine and combat engineering products. We require a professional who thrives on providing definitive, data-driven insights that directly guide the engineering design process.

Essential Technical Skills

Candidates must demonstrate proven commercial experience in:

  • Ansys Workbench
    , Mechanical, and Spaceclaim.
  • FEA of heavy structures,
    welded joints
    , and bolted assemblies.
  • Strong theoretical command of
    solid mechanics
    and stress analysis fundamentals.
  • Experience with 3D CAD and PDM systems.
  • Prior experience within the Defence or heavily regulated, safety-critical sectors.
  • At least 4 years of professional engineering experience

Key Details

  • Role Type:
    Permanent
  • Location:
    Hybrid (3 days per week on site)
  • Remuneration:
    £50,000 to £60,000

Due to the nature of work at our client's site, these vacancies are only open to
British Citizens
who hold SC clearance or can obtain it.

This is a permanent role.

Electus Recruitment Solutions provides specialist engineering and technical recruitment solutions to a number of high technology industries. We thank you for your interest in this vacancy. If you do not hear from us within seven working days, please presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. You are free to resubmit your CV or details in the future, and we shall assess your suitability then.



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