Quest Global
ANSYS LS-DYNA Impact & Containment - FEA Stress Analyst
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ROLE PURPOSE
We have an exciting opportunity to support analysis and development of a key structure component for a future civil aerospace gas turbine.
The role is to deliver Impact, Containment and Buckling analysis of a composite structural component, and provide suggestions and recommendations.
To successfully perform this activity requires working knowledge (direct experience) of meshing components for FEA, and running complex dynamic analyses using Ansys LS-DYNA. Additionally the ability to effectively make and communicate judgements, recommendations on future progress, is required (using post-processing outputs as appropriate). Previous knowledge and experience of composite components is also desirable.
The individual will join a multi-skilled FEA team who deliver a variety of concurrent FEA work packages for a Gas Turbine OEM client.
Permanent or temporary employee contract will be considered for this position. Location is UK, Derby, and work is 100% in office due to proximity to specialist IT systems.
Job Requirement
Impact, Containment and Buckling analysis of a composite structural component using Ansys LS-DYNA
Principal Responsibilities/Accountabilities
- Understanding boundary conditions, material property attributes, and design / mechanical limit criteria
- Meshing FE components using structural meshes
- Running complex dynamic analyses in Ansys LS-DYNA
- Make judgements and effectively communicate recommendations, supported by appropriate post-processing outputs
- Basic Project management / planning
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Work Experience
EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS (ESSENTIAL TO CARRY OUT THIS ROLE)
Experience
Applicants should have a proven background in FEA component analysis, using Ansys LS-DYNA.
Ability To
- Quickly understand problems, set priorities
- Actively self-manage tasks and issues whilst working in a collaborative environment
- Delivery high quality technical work, with adherence to customer processes and requirements
- Understand complex system interactions
- Interpret technical analysis, draw out key issues and present to customer for review.
- Develop technical solutions, compliant with requirements, and make technical recommendations
Knowledge
- Understand the behaviour and limitations of materials within structural systems, including composites
- Knowledge on system behaviour under impact loading
- Knowledge of composite failure & analysis methods
Tool Knowledge
- Ansys LS-DYNA
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Qualifications
- Masters degree in Engineering (e.g. Aeronautical, Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering) or equivalent experience in a gas turbine OEM, or similar relevant industry
About us
At Quest Global, it’s not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place—to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster.
We wholeheartedly believe in the diversity of thought that comes with fostering a culture rooted in respect, where everyone belongs, is valued, and feels inspired to share their ideas. We know embracing our unique differences makes us better, and that solving the worlds hardest engineering problems requires diverse ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds. We shine the brightest when we tap into the many dimensions that thrive across over 21,000 difference-makers in our workplace.
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