Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Analyst, Didcot
Client:
Diamond Light Source
Location:
Didcot, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
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Job Views:
7
Posted:
14.07.2025
Expiry Date:
28.08.2025
Job Description:
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Analyst to join our multidisciplinary engineering team. You will play a key role in the mechanical design and structural integrity assessment of components critical to the Diamond-II upgrade, including high-precision accelerator and beamline systems. Many of the FEA applications at Diamond include the ability of optical and mechanical components to handle high heat loads without excessive deformation, vibration or a material durability issue.
Responsibilities will include:
* Performing advanced FEA simulations (static, thermal) on complex mechanical systems.
* Supporting the design and optimisation of accelerator and beamline components, including vacuum vessels, support structures, precision assemblies and X-ray optics.
* Collaborating with mechanical engineers, scientists, and external partners to ensure robust and reliable designs.
* Validating simulation results through experimental data and analytical methods.
* Documenting analysis and presenting findings to stakeholders.
About You
You will have a degree in a relevant STEM subject, or you will demonstrate equivalent working experience.
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You will demonstrate knowledge of:
Mechanics of structures, materials, and heat transfer.
* Analytical solutions for elastic problems.
* Proven experience in FEA software in thermal, mechanical, and vibrational analysis (ANSYS preferred)
You will also show the ability to:
* Transfer physical mechanical problems into Finite element models.
* Establish procedures and methodologies for performing, verifying, and validating FEA thermos-mechanical analysis.
* Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
Any experience in the below is particularly beneficial:
* Optics
* Ultra High Vacuum environments
* Familiarity with synchrotron or other accelerator technologies
* Knowledge of scripting/programming tools such as python or Matlab
Diamond offers an exceptional benefits package to support staff in achieving a positive work/life balance. This includes 26 days annual leave plus Christmas closure, public holidays, 2 annual volunteering days and flexible working hours. We also offer an excellent defined benefit pension scheme. Staff also have access to a range of amenities on site including a nursery, cafes, a restaurant and sports and leisure facilities. A relocation allowance may also be available where applicable.
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Created on 14/07/2025 by TN United Kingdom
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