Stress Engineer

Holt Executive

  • Huddersfield
  • £50,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 27 days ago
Are you a highly skilled Stress Engineer with a strong foundation in mechanical analysis, simulation, and problem-solving?We’re supporting a major engineering project in the Aerospace & Defence sector, based in Huddersfield, and looking for a Stress Engineer to join the team on a permanent or contract basis. The role involves working with high-integrity mechanical systems such as gearboxes, power transmission components, and structural subassemblies.Key Responsibilities:
  • Perform detailed stress and structural analysis using FEA tools (ideally ANSYS)
  • Support design teams with hand calculations and static load analysis
  • Investigate structural failures and conduct root cause analysis
  • Attend design reviews and present technical documentation
  • Work collaboratively across the product lifecycle – design, development, and customer support
  • Ensure compliance with quality standards and technical specifications
What You’ll Need:
  • Proficiency in FEA software (e.g., ANSYS, NASTRAN, HyperMesh)
  • Ability to perform hand calculations for stress and structural integrity
  • Experience with mechanical systems (ideally gears/gearboxes)
  • A degree in Mechanical, Structural, or Aerospace Engineering
  • Background in Aerospace, Defence, or Heavy Engineering
  • UK Citizenship (due to project security clearance requirements)
This is an exciting opportunity for a Stress Engineer to work on cutting-edge systems in a technically challenging and rewarding environment.Apply now to learn more or register interest in future contract or permanent roles in this field.

Holt Executive