Principal Stress Engineer

Cirrus Selection
Sg12Da, SG1 2DA, United Kingdom
2 months ago
£50,000 – £58,000 pa

Salary

£50,000 – £58,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Seniority
Lead
Education
Degree
Posted
5 Aug 2026 (2 months ago)

Benefits

Hybrid working (3 days a week on-site) Overtime Bonus Pension

Principal Stress Engineer

Salary: Up to £58,000

Benefits include hybrid working (3 days a week on-site), Overtime, Bonus, Pension

Location: Stevenage

About the Principal Stress Engineer Role

As a Principal Stress Engineer, you will be responsible for conducting thorough stress analysis and providing critical insights into various engineering challenges. You will leverage your expertise in stress and structural analysis to ensure the robustness and reliability of complex systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver structural and thermal analysis expertise across the whole product lifecycle from studies in the early concept stage and detailed development of engineering designs to manufacturing concessions and in-service support.
  • Engage in CAE modelling and analysis for a range of applications, including crash, fatigue, and vibration analysis.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve design objectives and compliance with stringent requirements.
  • Prepare detailed reports and documentation to support technical decisions.

What we're looking for

As the ideal candidate, you will have a proven track record in stress engineering, with an emphasis on analytical skills and practical application of CAE principles. You will be Degree qualified in a relevant engineering/science discipline or have significant experience in a relevant field (e.g. Mechanical, Aerospace, Structural Analysis etc.), and will have proven experience in estimating, planning, leading and delivering a variety of structural analysis work packages, using both classical hand calculation methods and CAE tools (Hyperworks desirable).

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to advance their career in a dynamic and respected organisation.

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