Structural Design & Analysis Engineer

Lily Lifestyle; Christchurch; Hybrid; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Structural Design & Analysis Engineer to conduct structural design for submarine components. You will perform Finite Element Analysis, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure compliance with safety and performance requirements. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in designing rotating machinery and must be working towards Chartered Engineer status. This position offers hybrid working arrangements and a competitive salary of approximately £45,000.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and lifestyle benefits

Relocation support

Qualifications

• Proven experience in design and specification of rotating machinery.
• Demonstrated expertise in design and analysis of heat exchangers.
• Proficient in structural design with relevant engineering standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structural design for submarine components.
• Perform Finite Element Analysis for structural integrity.
• Collaborate with engineering teams for system solutions.
• Compile evidence for compliance with requirements.
• Prepare and review design and analysis reports.

Skills

Structural design

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Design of rotating machinery

Familiarity with engineering codes and standards

Understanding of engineering lifecycle

Education

Chartered Engineer status or working towards accreditation

Tools

Industry-standard software tools

Job description

Job Title: Structural Design & Analysis Engineer

Location: Barrow-in-Furness or Bristol. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Salary: Circa £45,000

What you'll be doing:

• Conduct structural design of submarine components, from major equipment to seating systems, using engineering calculations to ensure compliance with specified load cases and safety factors
• Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to evaluate the structural integrity and performance of submarine systems
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop and deliver integrated system solutions
• Compile and assess evidence to demonstrate compliance with functional, safety, and performance requirements
• Prepare and review detailed design and analysis reports, including development of analytical structural calculations

Your skills and experiences:

• Proven experience in the design and specification of rotating machinery, including gears, shafts, bearings, and couplings
• Demonstrated expertise in the design and analysis of heat exchangers and structural components
• Proficient in structural design using industry-standard software tools, with familiarity in relevant codes and standards such as PD5500 and ASME for pressure vessels, BS 7608 for fatigue analysis, and BS 5950 for structural design
• Sound understanding of the engineering lifecycle, encompassing concept design, detailed design, manufacturing, testing and commissioning, operation, and end-of-life disposal
• Chartered Engineer status or actively working toward professional accreditation

Benefits:

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Propulsion team:

As a member of the Propulsion Team, you will play a key role in the design and development of a critical component of the propulsion plant, including the specification and support of its procurement. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a new submarine programme, where you will take ownership of the design process to influence its development throughout the project lifecycle. Experience in sectors such as Maritime, Defence, Aerospace, Oil & Gas, or Nuclear is considered advantageous for this role. We offer relocation support across all Submarine roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Closing Date: 13th January 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.