Team Lead Stress Engineer

Job Description:

Belcan are looking for a Team Lead Stress Engineer based in either Derby or Glasgow.

Are you an experienced Stress Engineer, used to leading teams of other Stress Engineers and want to work on new technology for Gas Turbines?

The team leader will be the direct supervisor for the engineers assigned to their team with a strong focus on engineering delivery and quality, providing a focal for technical governance and support to the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed stress analysis (static, fatigue, creep, vibration) on rotatives such as discs, shafts, and blades.
• Utilize FEA tools (ANSYS, ABAQUS) and classical hand calculations to validate designs.
• Support lifing assessments and damage tolerance evaluations in compliance with FAR/EASA certification standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in design, materials, and manufacturing to optimize component performance.
• Prepare and present technical documentation and stress reports for internal and external stakeholders, including airworthiness authorities.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, with a focus on rotating machinery.
• Strong proficiency in FEA and fatigue/fracture mechanics.
• Familiarity with aeroengine lifing methodologies and service experience data.
• Experience with high-temperature materials and centrifugal stress analysis.

What's in it for you if you join?

We offer a competitive base salary, work/life balance, continuous personal development and training, pension scheme, life assurance, 25 days of holiday + BH, 24/7 mental health hotline / online GP, discounted gym membership, virtual physio / gym classes, access to nutritional advice, discounted eye care, and free financial advice service. EV salary sacrifice car scheme. You'll also be joining a supportive team that values your contributions and is committed to your professional growth.

About Us

Belcan, a Cognizant company, is a global force in technical services and engineering consultancy. Our legacy is built on delivering high-quality outputs and our unwavering commitment to developing the next generation of technical consultants and specialist engineers. Our expertise is vast, spanning across various engineering industries including aerospace, defence, marine, nuclear, automotive, and cyber security.

This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan.