Entry-Level Stress Engineer – Aerospace / Gas Turbines

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Job title: Entry-Level Stress Engineer – Aerospace / Gas Turbines

Role purpose

Support the structural analysis of gas-turbine components and assemblies within a multidisciplinary engineering team. Working under the guidance of experienced stress engineers, develop practical capability in engineering calculations, finite element analysis and technical reporting, supporting design, development and in-service engineering activities.

The position is suitable for a recent graduate or an engineer at the beginning of their career. Relevant university projects, placements and internships will be considered; previous aerospace employment is not essential.

Key responsibilities

• Support stress analysis of components and assemblies using established methods, hand calculations and finite element analysis.
• Assist with geometry preparation, meshing, material definitions and application of agreed loads and boundary conditions.
• Perform defined linear static analyses, progressing to more advanced assessments as training and competence develop.
• Check results using basic engineering calculations, equilibrium checks and mesh sensitivity studies, with guidance from senior engineers.
• Support fatigue, thermal stress and vibration assessments using approved methods and supervised workflows.
• Prepare clear analysis records and draft reports, documenting inputs, assumptions, methods, results and limitations.
• Work with design engineers to understand component geometry, load paths and the implications of proposed changes.
• Address technical review comments and maintain traceable, configuration-controlled analysis files.
• Communicate task progress, remaining effort, missing inputs and technical concerns promptly.
• Follow applicable customer procedures and engineering quality requirements.

Essential qualifications and capabilities

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a closely related discipline, or an equivalent technical qualification supported by relevant learning and experience.
• Sound grounding in engineering mechanics, strength of materials, stress and strain, and basic material behaviour.
• Understanding of free-body diagrams, load paths and common loading conditions, including tension, bending and torsion.
• Introductory understanding of finite element analysis, including the importance of mesh quality, constraints and model assumptions.
• Ability to demonstrate a structured approach to engineering problems through academic, personal or workplace projects.
• Competence with Excel and the ability to present calculations and results clearly.
• Clear written and verbal technical communication in English.
• Attention to detail, willingness to learn and readiness to seek guidance when necessary.

Desirable experience

• Academic or practical exposure to an FEA package such as ANSYS, Abaqus or Nastran.
• Familiarity with geometry preparation or meshing tools, such as HyperMesh.
• Basic understanding of fatigue, vibration, thermal expansion or fracture mechanics.
• Exposure to CAD models and engineering drawings.
• Use of Python, MATLAB or similar tools for calculations and data processing.
• A university project, placement or internship involving structural analysis, mechanical design, testing or aerospace propulsion.

Experience with every listed tool or analysis discipline is not expected. Training will be provided in the tools and methods used by the team.

Supervision and technical accountability

The engineer will undertake clearly defined tasks with agreed inputs, methods and review checkpoints. Analysis assumptions, results and conclusions will be checked by an appropriately qualified engineer before release. Independent technical approval, certification responsibility and leadership of complex analyses are outside the initial scope of the role.

Development expectations

Build competence progressively in model preparation, engineering checks, interpretation of results and technical reporting. As capability is demonstrated, take increasing ownership of routine analysis tasks while continuing to work within the team’s checking and approval arrangements.

• 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holiday entitlements
• Flexible hybrid working policy
• Inclusive environment, socially active team
• Modern office space, onsite canteen

Professional Development

• Training, professional growth, and career opportunities
• Exposure to advanced aerospace projects within a global engineering environment