Principal Stress Engineer

Are you ready to lead the structural design and development of cutting-edge defence technology? Our client are seeking for Senior and Principal Stress Engineers to join their growing Mechanical Analysis Group to support the development of a next-generation complex weapon platform. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of advanced engineering in a role that offers both challenge and reward.

If you're passionate about structural engineering and want to work on some of the most advanced defence technologies in the world, we'd love to hear from you..

About the Role
Due to increased workload, they are expanding their team of structural analysis specialists. You will lead and deliver critical structural and thermal performance analysis throughout the product lifecycle – from early-stage concept studies through to detailed design, manufacture, and in-service support.
Working closely with multi-disciplinary teams, you will apply a wide range of engineering analysis techniques to develop, validate, and support robust mechanical solutions for our military systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, estimation, and delivery of structural analysis work packages.
• Conduct both classical hand calculations and advanced CAE modelling (e.g. Static, Dynamic, Fatigue, Aeroelastics, Non-Linear, Impact, Kinematics).
• Prepare and present clear, comprehensive technical reports for a variety of stakeholders.
• Contribute to qualification and design testing, fault investigation, and loads derivation.
• Mentor junior engineers, fostering technical development and knowledge sharing.
• Actively contribute to the continuous improvement of methods, tools, and processes.

About you

• Hold a degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or a related engineering discipline – or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading structural analysis tasks across multiple projects.
• Strong capability with CAE tools
• Ability to communicate complex technical findings clearly to varied audiences.
• A collaborative mindset and a proactive approach to innovation and problem-solving.

Senior Stress Engineer – Mechanical Analysis
Salary: Salary Up to £60K DOE + Great Benefits including Hybrid working, Bonus, Flexi leave, Paid Overtime, Pension contribution of up to 14% & much More
Location: Hitchin, Hertfordshire (Hybrid working will be offered)

Electus Recruitment Solutions provides specialist engineering and technical recruitment solutions to a number of high technology industries. We thank you for your interest in this vacancy. If you don't hear from us within 7 working days please presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. You are of course free to resubmit your CV/details in the future and we shall assess your suitability at that time.

Due to the nature of work undertaken at our client's site, incumbents of these positions are required to meet special nationality rules and therefore these vacancies are only open to sole British Citizens. Applicants who meet this criteria will also be required to undergo security clearance vetting, if not already security cleared to a minimum SC level.

This is a permanent position.