Structures Fatigue and Damage Tolerance Engineer

Posted 3 days 16 hours ago by Expleo

Permanent
Not Specified
Other
Gloucestershire, Bristol, United Kingdom, BS153
Job Description
Overview

We are seeking a Fatigue Analysis SQEP (Suitably Qualified and Experienced Person) to join our team on a contract basis, embedded within our engineering function. This critical role will support complex analysis activities in a highly regulated and secure environment, working with multiple stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes.

The initial contract duration is expected to be between 10-12 months (with a minimum engagement of 6 months), based in our Bristol office.

Due to the nature of the work, the successful candidate must hold SC security clearance and NNPPI.

Responsibilities
  • Scope, plan, and manage complex fatigue analysis tasks with input from multiple stakeholders
  • Perform linear and non-linear static FEA using ANSYS
  • Conduct fatigue assessments in line with ASME BPV Section III
  • Execute detailed hand calculations (e.g., bolt group calculations, thread stripping)
  • Ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, and regulatory requirements
Qualifications
  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).

Essential skills
  • Demonstrable experience scoping, planning, and managing complex analysis work packages or tasks.

  • Practitioner-level ability in ANSYS for linear and non-linear static FEA.

  • Detailed knowledge and application of ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code Section III.

  • Strong capability in hand calculations (bolt groups, thread stripping, etc.).

  • Practitioner in fatigue analysis to ASME BPV Sec. III.

Desired skills
  • Experience working within classified project environments.

  • Familiarity with nuclear industry standards beyond ASME.

  • Strong technical writing and presentation skills.

  • Ability to engage effectively with multiple stakeholders in a high-integrity environment.

Experience
  • Significant prior experience in fatigue and structural analysis within nuclear, defence, or similarly classified industries.
  • Track record of delivering work within secure network environments.
What do I need before I apply
  • SC (Security Clearance) and NNPPI (Nuclear Nationally Protected Information) clearance - must have or be eligible
Benefits
  • Collaborative working environment - we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and ourpeers through good times and challenges
  • We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
  • ExpleoAcademy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
  • Competitive company benefits
  • Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo
  • As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:
    • Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
    • Communicating and promoting vacancies
    • Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
    • Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
    • Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people

"We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age".

We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive