Principal Structural Integrity Engineer - Hybrid

Our Structural Analysis and Assessment Team, based at our Birchwood office, Warrington, UK comprises a broad range of Engineering and Scientific experts spanning mathematics, physics, structural and mechanical engineering, coding/programming, finite element stress analysis and structural integrity analysis/assessment. We provide these services to a range of customers, mainly but not exclusively in the nuclear industry, to ensure the economic and safe operation of capital-intensive plant, from both government and private industry. We also actively participate in a number of national and international projects and work closely with other parts of Amentum to provide integrated solutions to client requirements.,

• Design and/or analysis and assessment of complex structures and components utilising knowledge of classical strength of materials, implementation of analytical techniques such as finite element analysis and the application of relevant codes & standards.
• Discussing and developing solutions with colleagues and customers;
• Producing high quality technical reports on the outcome of your work;
• Checking work of other team members;
• Interfacing with customers throughout the lifecycle of projects;
• Leading/assisting with the production of contract proposals and bids;
• Assisting in maintaining the technical capability/knowledge of the team;
• Representing the business in technical meetings with clients and third parties;
• Delivering work to time, cost and quality to ensure customer satisfaction.
  
  As the demand for our services grow there is an exciting opportunity for an innovative and enthusiastic Principal Structural Integrity Engineer to join the team and apply their skills and knowledge of Finite Element Analysis, structural design & assessment and mechanical engineering to evaluate the performance and in-service behaviour of nuclear safety related structures and components. The successful candidate will have a sound structural integrity background, preferably with experience in delivering consultancy services to the nuclear or process industry sectors. As a Principal Structural Integrity Engineer you will be expected to supervise and mentor staff at an earlier stage in their career. You will also be expected to support the development of the business through the identification, bidding, winning and delivery of projects to clients., BEng (Hons)/MEng or equivalent in a relevant STEM degree;
• CEng or IEng preferred but not essential;
• Experience of using relevant FEA software packages (Abaqus/ANSYS/Patran);
• Experience of pressure system design and analysis using relevant software packages (CAESARII/PSA5);
• Knowledge of Pressure Systems Safety Regulations (PSSR) is desirable but not essential;
• Proficient in application of Structural design codes such as ASME, Eurocodes, British Standards;
• Curiosity, a questioning attitude and analytical skills to drive innovative solutions.
Due to our client requirements we will require you to be a British national with eligibility to obtain and maintain full UK security clearance (SC)

People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you'd expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations. Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We're happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.