Stress Engineer (3 Year FTC)

Arabelle Services UK Ltd

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Rugby Until 8/21/2026 3+ years exp First posted March 18, 2026 Last posted March 18, 2026
Job description

Want to work on high-impact naval engineering projects that push the limits of structural analysis?

We’re looking for a Stress Engineer to join our Naval team on a 3-year fixed-term contract, contributing to high-impact defence projects. Reporting to the Mechanical Integrity Leader, you’ll collaborate with experienced engineers, solving challenging problems using advanced analytical techniques.

What You'll be doing:

  • Analyse components for fatigue, plastic collapse, buckling, ratcheting, rupture, natural frequency, heat transfer.
  • Analyse components for loads from shock and operation.
  • Assist in weld type definition and check for strength and fatigue.
  • Identify deficiencies in design through analysis techniques and propose improvements to features.
  • Analyse features and components for safe lifting during build and installation.
  • As required, analyse non-customer equipment such as pressure test fixtures.
  • Build FE models from CAD assemblies.
  • Produce high quality technical reports and presentation material.
  • Participate in design reviews, customer presentations and meetings.

What we’re looking for

  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
  • Experience of analysis of mechanical components
  • Strong working knowledge of FEA tools (ideally ANSYS)
  • Understanding of engineering codes (ASME, DNV)
  • Knowledge of rotating equipment, turbines preferably
  • Ability to work collaboratively and meet tight deadlines
  • Proactive mindset with strong analytical and decision-making skills
  • Chartered Engineer status (or working towards) is a plus
  • Experience in rotordynamics would be an advantage


Why join us?

  • Work on cutting-edge naval defence projects
  • Collaborate with experienced, multidisciplinary engineering teams
  • Exposure to advanced simulation tools and complex systems
  • Meaningful, high-responsibility role with visible impact

Please note: This work is undertaken with UK Defence customers which will require any individual applying for the role to hold or be capable of getting SC Level clearance as a UK Passport Holder. Applicants not cleared will not be accepted into the business until this clearance is provided. Dual passport holders are acceptable if the second country is approved by the vetting authority.

Join us and work with global teams to support global customers ! At Arabelle Solutions, we have team members of more than 49 nationalities spread across 16 countries.

At Arabelle Solutions, we know diversity makes teams and business stronger. 

About this role

Summary

Analyze mechanical components for fatigue, buckling, and structural integrity using FEA in naval projects.

Job title

Stress Engineer

Experience level

3+ years

Minimum experience

3+ years exp

Industry

defence

Location requirements

must be in Rugby, UK, remote not specified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

Mechanical EngineeringFEAANSYSASMEDNV

Preferred skills

rotordynamicswelding analysispressure testingcharacterized engineer

Specializations

structural analysisFEAweld analysisrotordynamicsthermal analysis
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Rugby CV23, UK

On-site City