Principal Marine Structures Engineer
Locations: Bristol, GB, BS16 1EJ; Devonport, Plymouth, GB, PL1 4SG; Rosyth, Dunfermline, Kirkcaldy, GB, KY11 2YD
Onsite or Hybrid: Hybrid
Job Title: Principal FEA Engineer
Location: Plymouth, Bristol, or Rosyth
Compensation: Competitive + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF59826
At Babcock, we're working to create a safe and secure world. Join us as a Principal FEA Engineer at one of our sites in Plymouth, Bristol, or Rosyth.
The Role
As a Principal Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Engineer, you will lead complex FE analysis tasks, supporting product development throughout the design lifecycle. Your responsibilities include providing technical support to key customers, conducting analyses primarily using ANSYS (linear/non-linear, static/dynamic, structural, thermodynamic, multi-physics), and developing analytical methodologies for stress analysis optimization. You will interpret results into practical design outputs and ensure robust verification and validation processes. Additionally, you will contribute to training and developing engineering staff in stress analysis.
This is a full-time role (35 hours/week) with hybrid working arrangements: 2 days in the office and 3 days remote.
Essential Experience
* Deep professional expertise and experience in FEA
* Proficiency in ANSYS application
* Previous experience in defence or marine sectors is not required
Qualifications
* Degree in engineering or equivalent qualification with significant post-degree experience
Security Clearance
The candidate must be able to obtain and maintain Security Check (SC) clearance. Eligibility may be affected by nationality, citizenship, and residency history.
What We Offer
* Generous holiday allowance
* Matched pension scheme with life assurance
* Access to health services and wellbeing programs
* Employee share scheme and shopping portal
* Payment of professional fees
* Special leave for reservists and volunteering
* Opportunities for professional development
Join Babcock, a company with over a century of service in defense and community protection, committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants needing reasonable adjustments and offer flexible working options.
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