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Design and Finite Element Automation Engineer


Company : Capgemini Engineering


Location : worcester, midlands


Created : 2025-12-19


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Your RoleCapgemini Engineering are looking to recruit a Design and FE Automation Engineer with particular focus on automating tasks within design and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) processes for aircraft structures, using tools like NX, Nastran, HyperMesh, and programming languages like C#, Python and TCL. As an Automation engineer you will be involved in developing and implementing automated solutions to improve efficiency and accuracy in design and structural analysis, including model building, analysis execution, and results processing.In this role you will play a key role in:Creating automated design workflows using CAD tools like NX, Catia or similar.Developing and maintaining automated FEA applications, including pre-processing, simulation execution, and post-processing using tools like HyperMesh, Abaqus or similar.Utilizing scripting languages like Python, Bash, or PowerShell for automating tasks, data manipulation, and integration with other tools.Understanding and potentially developing solutions for distributed FEA simulations, leveraging knowledge of communication protocols and frameworks.Working closely with designers, FEA experts, stress engineers, and other software developers to devise automated workflow solutions.Creating and maintaining comprehensive documentation for automated processes, tools, and software.Your ProfileA degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, with a specialization in Numerical analysis or Computational mechanics.Proficiency in object-oriented programming languages such as C# and Python.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and propose innovative solutions. Proactive attitude and ability to communicate and report at different levels.Proficiency in scripting languages like Bash, or Powershell.Experience in software design, testing (unit, system, and integration), and version control (Git).Ability to work quickly and accurately to follow client needs.Team player, able to work effectively and to short timescales with others in a busy environment.Understanding of efficient and robust design methodsUnderstanding of FEA principles, including meshing, boundary conditions, and result interpretation.What you’ll love about working hereWell-being hub and different wellbeing initiativesHybrid working up to 70%Possibility to work up to 45 days per year from abroad.Open access to digital learning platformsActive employee networks promoting diversity, equity and inclusion like OutFront, CapAbility or is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) under the UK Government’s Disability Confident scheme. As part of our commitment to inclusive recruitment, we will offer an interview to all candidates who:Declare they have a disability, andMeet the minimum essential criteria for the role.Please opt in during the application process.Need to knowThis is Hybrid role.All roles will require a level of security clearance; BPSS OR Security Clearance OR Developed Vetting.You can bring your whole self to work. At Capgemini building an inclusive future is part of everyday life and will be part of your working reality. We have built a representative and welcoming environment, for everyone.