Senior Mechanical Analysis Engineer

About The Role Engineered to Protect, thats our promise, we protect what matters – our nations, our waters, our land, our cities, our people, our environment, our world. Support the delivery of mechanical analysis activities within the engineering team by applying knowledge of structural, thermal, and fluid flow analysis using classical calculation methods and FEA/CFD simulation tools. The Senior Mechanical Analysis Engineer will be based at either our Beckington, Bristol or Barnstaple sites. This role allows for flexible working. The salary for this role is up to £54k, depending on experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with engineering analyses through use of appropriate tools and techniques, including FEA, hand calculations, technical studies, and development activities to support projects across the business and help deliver high‑quality engineering solutions.
• Support the development of engineering capability within the Mechanical Engineering function by applying knowledge of classical calculation techniques and simulation analysis tools such as Abaqus, Ansys, or similar.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified within a mechanical (or equivalent) engineering discipline or relevant experience.
• Experience in the design, qualification, manufacture, and in‑service support of mechanical hardware for both commercial and military environments.
• Experience in the detailed and system‑level design of hardware.
• Good understanding of mechanical analysis techniques for both classical and computational methods.
• Specific knowledge of mechanical design and analysis aspects: Fundamental mechanical principles and materials; Static and dynamic stress analysis (linear and non‑linear methods); Dynamic stress analysis; Thermal analysis and fluid flow; Defence marine and subsea technologies; Aerospace dimensioning & tolerancing; Technical product documentation.
• Proficient in one or more of the following: Abaqus; ANSYS (FEA or CFD); COMSOL Multiphysics; SolidWorks simulation suite.

Benefits

• 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.
• Family & wellbeing.
• Private medical health insurance & Employee Assistance Programme.
• 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.
• Facilities & resources.
• 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.

#J-18808-Ljbffr…