Mechanical Analysis Engineer

NRL; Bolton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Working with a leading company, who design, manufacture high integrity doors for a wide range of industries, NRL are looking to recruit a highly motivated Mechanical Analysis Engineer to work alongside the business’ sales and design teams.

This role is a permanent, fully office based in Bolton, with the added bonus of working a 4-day week.

About the role:

You will provide an accurate evaluation of mechanical systems, components, and structures in accordance with company procedure and/or customer specifications, using analytical tools and techniques. You will also be responsible for advising the business’ sales and design teams of the theoretical performance of products to specification, via analysis/calculation output.

Responsibilities:

1. Produce hand calculations and FEA Analysis to deliver against project requirements
2. Responsible for ensuring self-prepared calculations are correct, concise, and consider all lifestyle forces/factors
3. Work closely with design engineers to ensure design/modes/drawings developed accurately reflect the theoretical analysis, advising on modifications as necessary, and logging changes in accordance with company procedure
4. Produce written reports, presentations, and calculation documents for customer approval
5. Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase departmental technical capabilities and improve efficiency
6. Contribute to R&D activities as required. Discuss innovative design solutions for bespoke works with peers and superiors

What you will need:
Essential:

1. HND in Engineering, OR a bachelor’s degree in engineering (preferably Mechanical Engineering).
2. 3+ years’ experience producing calculations and analysis in a related engineering industry
3. Ability to generate hand and software-based calculations (unaided) in accordance with common design standards (British standards & Eurocodes)
4. Understanding of load paths, failure modes, and operating limits of steel structures/components

Desirable:

1. Ability to use ANSYS FEA software unaided
2. Ability to use Autodesk 3D Inventor, AutoCAD, and Autodesk Vault

What’s in it for you?

1. 4-day working week (37 hours, Mon-Thurs)
2. High profile project work

Please call to apply or submit a copy of your most recent CV.

About NRL
The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.

We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer.