Senior Nuclear Stress Engineer — Hybrid FEA Expert

Assystem GmbH; Blackburn; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in engineering is seeking a Senior Stress Engineer to join their Nuclear Business Unit in Blackburn, UK. The successful candidate will apply their expertise in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to assess nuclear components, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Experience in the nuclear sector is preferred, along with proficiency in tools like ANSYS and Abaqus. This position offers ongoing training and a hybrid work model, providing opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Attractive social benefits

Ongoing training opportunities

Holiday bonuses

Qualifications

• Demonstrable expertise in fatigue, fracture, thermal, and structural stress assessments.
• Knowledge of structural integrity & defect tolerance assessments.
• Previous experience in similar roles in the nuclear or fusion industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed assessments of nuclear components ensuring compliance with design codes.
• Plan and deliver simulation and assessment projects using various tools.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Nuclear industry experience

Technical report writing

Python scripting

Education

Relevant engineering degree

Tools

ANSYS

Abaqus FEA

MathCAD

Job description

A global leader in engineering is seeking a Senior Stress Engineer to join their Nuclear Business Unit in Blackburn, UK. The successful candidate will apply their expertise in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to assess nuclear components, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Experience in the nuclear sector is preferred, along with proficiency in tools like ANSYS and Abaqus. This position offers ongoing training and a hybrid work model, providing opportunities for professional development.