Submarine Dynamics Engineer – FEA Specialist (Derby)

Rolls-Royce plc; Derby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defense company based in Derby is seeking a Dynamics Engineer to engage primarily in structural assessments related to impact, seismic, shock, and vibration scenarios. The role requires a degree in mechanical engineering or similar, along with strong skills in dynamic analysis and practical experience with finite element methods. The company offers excellent development opportunities and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employee support assistance

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Qualified to degree level in mechanical engineering, physics or mathematics.
• Able to prioritise tasks and work effectively on multiple projects.
• Demonstrate interest in dynamic analysis and test.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a broad range of mechanical assessments using linear and non-linear analyses.
• Utilize traditional hand calculation methods and finite element codes.
• Develop methodologies to assess components and define testing programmes.

Skills

Dynamic analysis

Mechanical assessments

Finite element methods

Prioritization

Education

Degree in mechanical engineering, physics, or mathematics

Tools

LS-DYNA

Abaqus

ANSYS

HyperMesh

Oasys suite

Job description

A leading aerospace and defense company based in Derby is seeking a Dynamics Engineer to engage primarily in structural assessments related to impact, seismic, shock, and vibration scenarios. The role requires a degree in mechanical engineering or similar, along with strong skills in dynamic analysis and practical experience with finite element methods. The company offers excellent development opportunities and a competitive salary.