Analytical Structural and Dynamic Systems Tech Specialist

• Conduct advanced numerical simulations and analysis to evaluate the structural performance, durability, fatigue life, vibration behaviour, and overall reliability of components and systems.
• Apply modelling and simulation tools such as ANSYS, FE-Safe, AVL Excite, GT-Suite, and other engineering software to support design decision-making and product development.
• Lead the correlation and validation of simulation methodologies through comparison with physical test data, ensuring robust and accurate predictive capabilities.
• Act as a technical focal point for structural dynamics, durability, fatigue, and system-level simulation activities within cross-functional project teams.
• Collaborate with Design, Product Validation, Materials, Thermal Sciences, and Manufacturing teams to deliver integrated engineering solutions that meet customer and business requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by developing analysis standards, modelling best practices, automated workflows, and innovative digital engineering solutions.
• Support root cause investigations for field, test, and manufacturing issues through advanced simulation techniques and data-driven problem solving.
• Mentor and support engineers, graduates, and technical teams while contributing to the development of future simulation capabilities and engineering strategies.

• Strong knowledge of structural dynamics, vibration, fatigue, durability, and finite element analysis principles.
• Experience using engineering simulation and modelling tools such as ANSYS, FE-Safe, AVL Excite, GT-Suite, MATLAB, Python, or similar software.
• Proven ability to analyse complex engineering problems, interpret results, and provide practical design recommendations.
• Excellent collaboration, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across global cross-functional teams., * Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Structural Engineering, Applied Science, or a related engineering discipline.
• Significant experience in structural analysis, simulation, product development, or mechanical systems engineering within a technical engineering environment.
• Experience supporting complex projects involving simulation, validation, durability, vibration, or product performance analysis is highly desirable.
• Professional engineering accreditation or progress towards chartership is advantageous.

We are looking for a talented Analytical Structural and Dynamic Systems Tech Specialist to join our Engineering team at Cummins in Darlington, United Kingdom.