Stress Engineer
CV-LibraryLetchworth, Hertfordshire, South EastpermanentPosted: 16 April 2026
Apply NowStress Engineer Are you an experienced Stress Engineer with a strong background in composite structures? This is an exciting opportunity for a Stress Engineer to join a well-established engineering organisation delivering complex, high-performance solutions into highly regulated industries such as aerospace, defence, Formula 1 and motorsport.
This role would suit a proactive Stress Engineer who enjoys working across both analysis and wider engineering activities within a collaborative team environment.
The RoleReporting to the Mechanical Design Team Leader, this Stress Engineer position will see you delivering high-quality analysis and technical support across a range of innovative projects.
Key responsibilities will include:
Performing stress analysis of composite components using FEA tools such as Hyperworks, NASTRAN / PATRAN, ANSYS or similar
Applying industry-recognised stress methodologies for both metallic and composite structures
Producing clear, detailed technical reports and documentation
Managing and overseeing external analysis sub-contractors where required
Supporting design reviews and liaising directly with customers, including technical presentations
Conducting value analysis to optimise product performance and development cost
Providing technical input on new projects, evaluating requirements and engineering implications
Maintaining accurate project records and documentation
Driving continuous improvement in design and analysis processes
About YouTo be successful in this Stress Engineer role, you will have proven experience in stress analysis of composite structures within a highly regulated engineering environment (e.g. aerospace, defence, motorsport, F1 or similar).
You will also ideally have:
Experience with dynamic and/or non-linear analysis
Knowledge of F&DT (Fatigue & Damage Tolerance) for metallic and composite structures
Proficiency in CATIA V5
Understanding of certification requirements within regulated industries
Experience producing manufacturing drawings
Knowledge of composite manufacturing techniques, including fibre reinforced plastics and thermoplastics
What’s on OfferIn return, this Stress Engineer opportunity offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing and career development, including:
Early finish on Fridays
Hybrid Working
Generous employer pension contribution
Company bonus scheme
Private medical insurance
Income protection
Employee assistance programme (health & wellbeing support)
Employee discount platform
Additional InformationDue to the nature of this Stress Engineer position, successful candidates will be required to undergo Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance. Eligibility will depend on nationality and right to work status.
If you’re a Stress Engineer looking to develop your career and work on complex products within high regulatory market sectors, we’d love to hear from you
This role would suit a proactive Stress Engineer who enjoys working across both analysis and wider engineering activities within a collaborative team environment.
The RoleReporting to the Mechanical Design Team Leader, this Stress Engineer position will see you delivering high-quality analysis and technical support across a range of innovative projects.
Key responsibilities will include:
Performing stress analysis of composite components using FEA tools such as Hyperworks, NASTRAN / PATRAN, ANSYS or similar
Applying industry-recognised stress methodologies for both metallic and composite structures
Producing clear, detailed technical reports and documentation
Managing and overseeing external analysis sub-contractors where required
Supporting design reviews and liaising directly with customers, including technical presentations
Conducting value analysis to optimise product performance and development cost
Providing technical input on new projects, evaluating requirements and engineering implications
Maintaining accurate project records and documentation
Driving continuous improvement in design and analysis processes
About YouTo be successful in this Stress Engineer role, you will have proven experience in stress analysis of composite structures within a highly regulated engineering environment (e.g. aerospace, defence, motorsport, F1 or similar).
You will also ideally have:
Experience with dynamic and/or non-linear analysis
Knowledge of F&DT (Fatigue & Damage Tolerance) for metallic and composite structures
Proficiency in CATIA V5
Understanding of certification requirements within regulated industries
Experience producing manufacturing drawings
Knowledge of composite manufacturing techniques, including fibre reinforced plastics and thermoplastics
What’s on OfferIn return, this Stress Engineer opportunity offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing and career development, including:
Early finish on Fridays
Hybrid Working
Generous employer pension contribution
Company bonus scheme
Private medical insurance
Income protection
Employee assistance programme (health & wellbeing support)
Employee discount platform
Additional InformationDue to the nature of this Stress Engineer position, successful candidates will be required to undergo Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance. Eligibility will depend on nationality and right to work status.
If you’re a Stress Engineer looking to develop your career and work on complex products within high regulatory market sectors, we’d love to hear from you