Lead FEA Engineer – Abaqus & Structural Modeling

Crown Holdings, Inc; Wantage; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging solutions provider located in Wantage is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join their FEA team. This role involves developing designs with optimal material usage and ensuring effective solutions to manufacturing and product performance challenges. Candidates should possess significant experience in FEA software and mechanical engineering principles, along with strong problem-solving skills. The company offers opportunities for career growth and a commitment to employee safety and diversity.

Benefits

Professional and personal development through training

Engagement and commitment to safety

Opportunities for career advancement based on performance

Qualifications

• Significant industrial experience using FEA software.
• Expertise in numerical simulation methods and approaches.
• Significant depth and breadth of industrial engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Building computer simulations (FEA) and analysing and communicating the results.
• Supporting project teams with design analysis (mainly structural).

Skills

Expert user of Simulia’s Abaqus CAE suite

Experience using SolidWorks CAD

Statistical analysis and problem-solving skills

Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to think strategically with attention to detail

Education

Degree or higher education qualification in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

FEA software

MS Office software packages

Job description

A leading packaging solutions provider located in Wantage is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join their FEA team. This role involves developing designs with optimal material usage and ensuring effective solutions to manufacturing and product performance challenges. Candidates should possess significant experience in FEA software and mechanical engineering principles, along with strong problem-solving skills. The company offers opportunities for career growth and a commitment to employee safety and diversity.