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Composite Structures Engineer

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Job Title: Composite Structures Engineer
Location: Portsmouth
Day Rate: £DOE
IR35: Inside
Term: 6 Months
Security Clearance: SC to start
Key Skills:
- Composites engineering
- Structural verification and validation
- Composite-to-metal interfaces
- Structural design codes (Maritime/Civil)
- Mechanical/Structural analysis
- FEA / Structural simulation
About Us:
In this pivotal role, you will use Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to model and assess the structural response of submarine propulsors under quasi-static and dynamic conditions. You will develop and review FEA models, technical reports, and design documentation, and approve work packages and drawings.
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- Lead and coordinate engineering activities, applying technical expertise and sound judgement to deliver projects within scope, time, and budget.
- Mentor and share expertise with engineering teams to build capability.
- Promote cross-functional collaboration and ensure compliance with relevant processes and standards.
- Engage with partners and stakeholders to develop joint technical approaches, support business development, and represent the team in forums and customer meetings.
- Ensure safe project delivery, identifying hazards and providing options to reduce risk to as low as reasonably practicable.
- Apply governance consistently across technical programmes and act as a peer or independent reviewer where appropriate.
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- Proven experience leading multidisciplinary project teams.
- Excellent understanding of engineering principles.
- Substantial experience of structural design to recognised codes of practice (Maritime or Civil).
- Experience in Finite Element Analysis of structures and systems.
- Proficiency in FEA software (ideally Abaqus).
- Proficiency in CAD software.
- BEng / MEng in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent industry experience.
My client is keen to get this position filled ASAP, so if you feel you have the skills and desire to provide passion and drive as the next Structural Engineer, this is the opportunity for you!
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