Lead FEM Engineer

An Exciting Opportunity in Aerospace Engineering

Are you ready to make an impact in the aerospace industry? This company is seeking a talented Lead FEM Engineer to join their dynamic Wing engineering team at their Filton facility. This is your chance to work on cutting-edge projects whilst contributing to innovative solutions in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.

About the Role

The Lead FEM Engineer position offers a unique opportunity to take a central role in developing Finite Element Modelling solutions. As a Lead FEM Engineer, the successful candidate will:

Support the development of GFEM and DFEM projects across multiple programmes
Analyse and validate FE and stress data, proposing design solutions optimised for weight, cost, performance, and manufacturing requirements
Deliver static and fatigue ennoblement to Wing design teams
Drive digital solutions to enhance Wing structure ennoblement processes
Act as a focal point for FE and digital activities, defining priorities and highlighting risks
Champion innovation and continuous improvement across the team
Interface with key stakeholders across transnational teams

What We're Looking For

To excel in this Lead FEM Engineer role, candidates should possess:

Degree-level education in Aerospace Engineering
5-10 years of professional experience in finite element modelling
Proven expertise with FEM tools including Hyperworks, Hypermesh, and MSC Nastran
Experience idealising Wing component structures using Finite Element Methodology
Strong knowledge of airworthiness requirements and Airbus policies
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively
Fluent English at negotiation level (written and verbal)
A proactive, dynamic approach with strong problem-solving abilitiesAdvantageous: FEM Signature delegation, ISAMI competency, and experience with UNIX-based platforms.

The Details

Location: Filton
Position Type: Lead FEM Engineer (Contract)
Hours: 35 hours per week (4.5 days, flexible between 7am-7pm)
On-Site: 80% onsite
Provisional End Date: 01 March 2027 (with probable extension)
Security Clearance: BPSS+ (to be completed by company security)
Pay Rate: £46.00 per hour (Umbrella) / £34.39 per hour (PAYE)
Travel: Occasional
IR35 Status: Off-payroll working rules apply

Why Join This Company?

This company values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The Lead FEM Engineer will work within a forward-thinking team committed to digital transformation and embracing new ways of working. There's genuine opportunity to influence engineering practices, develop professionally, and contribute to world-class aerospace projects.

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed