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We're on the hunt for 5 Stress Engineers with a passion for pushing the boundaries of automotive engineering.

As a Stress Engineer, you'll be responsible for analyzing and designing nacelle systems, non-turbo-machinery components, and other critical parts to ensure they can withstand the rigors of high-performance driving. With a strong understanding of fatigue life prediction, material behavior, and finite element analysis, you'll be the driving force behind our innovative designs.

Required Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience in stress analysis within automotive, motorsport (F1), or aerospace sectors

  • Strong understanding of fatigue life prediction and material behavior under cyclic loading

  • Familiarity with nacelle systems and non-turbo-machinery components

  • Proficiency in finite element analysis (FEA) tools (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus)

  • Ability to perform hand calculations and validate FEA results

  • Experience with critical part lifting methodologies

  • Strong technical documentation and communication skills

    Nice to Have Skills

  • Experience working with PW (Pratt & Whitney) and GE (General Electric) components or standards

  • Knowledge of material science and new material development processes

  • Familiarity with aerospace certification standards and stress reporting

  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a part-time role

  • Willingness to travel occasionally between sites if needed

    Applicants can be based in Debry, Inchinnan or Bristol
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