finite element engineer jobs in Edinburgh

Overview At Element Digital Engineering, we don’t just solve problems, we engineer smart, practical solutions that shape industries. As part of the global Element Materials Technology group, we combine advanced simulation and consultancy with world-class testing, inspection, and certification expertise. From nuclear and aerospace to energy and defence, our work spans sectors and scales. One day...

We are searching for a Senior Product Design Engineer focused on optimizing component and assembly designs for scalable mass production. Core duties involve conducting rigorous design reviews (DFM/DFA) to minimize production complexity and cost. - Analyze existing designs and suggest improvements based on testing and validation data. - Collaborate closely with manufacturing teams to integrate...

Job Description Senior Test Solutions Engineer Edinburgh 12-Month Contract Paying up to £76p/h (Inside IR35) Please note - due to the nature of the work, you will need to hold or be eligible to obtain a high level of UK Security clearance - please only apply if suitable Key Responsibilities: - Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure architecture alignment with other...

About Fairhurst LLP – At Fairhurst, our people are the driving force behind our success. We take pride in the opportunities and environment we create for top talent to thrive and leave a positive impact in our communities and society. Fairhurst is one of the UK’s largest private multidisciplinary partnerships of consulting engineers, delivering civil, structural, geotechnical, environmental,...

Job Description About Fairhurst LLP – At Fairhurst, our people are the driving force behind our success. We take pride in the opportunities and environment we create for top talent to thrive and leave a positive impact in our communities and society. Fairhurst is one of the UK’s largest private multidisciplinary partnerships of consulting engineers, delivering civil, structural, geotechnical,...

Lead Electrical Protection Engineer 6 month contract initially Inside IR35 – Remote working 40 hours per week Job Summary: The preferred candidate is responsible for design preparation based on customer specification, conduct engineering activities from design stage until site commissioning and acts as a technical interface between customer and technical community. In-depth hands-on...

Overview of Business We are working with the East Scotland division of a leading housebuilder to recruit an Engineer to join their Technical team. Job description The Engineer will oversee the design and delivery of infrastructure and groundworks packages for residential developments. Working closely with external consultants, statutory bodies, and the internal Technical Team, you will ensure...

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You will use a wide range of technologies, programming languages and systems.

You will be involved in architecture/design of new features and functionality, as well as the development and implementation.

Senior Software Engineer – C/Linux A new and exciting opportunity has become available for a Senior Software Engineer job, based in Edinburgh, required to join one of the global market leaders in defence and aerospace electronics. The Senior Software Engineer - C/Linux will join a team of software engineers developing low level software for networking products. A background working with network...

You will develop cost-effective solutions and adopt innovative design solutions in accordance with the Client's requirements.

You will be Chartered or Incorporated status with the IMechE is preferred or working towards. Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or other relevant subject.

You will be responsible for advanced troubleshooting, resolving complex L3 technical issues, and developing automation scripts (e.g., Python, PowerShell) to streamline operational workflows. A critical element is active monitoring using industry-standard tools to anticipate and mitigate potential failures, maintaining strict adherence to service level agreements (SLAs).

You will ideally be educated to degree level in Civil or Civil & Structural Engineering, and/ or have MSc/MEng in Soil Mechanics/ Geotechnical/ Tunnelling Engineering, with/working towards a professional membership.

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options.

Overview The University of New South Wales (UNSW) Sydney is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate (Level A) or Senior Research Associate (Level B) to pursue the design development and simulations of engineering solutions for fusion energy reactor design. The successful candidate will carry out both independent and team research within a collaborative partnership between UNSW and the fusion...

Job Description We’re offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced and highly-skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer with a passion for creating user-centric, functional, and intuitive robotic hardware products to lead the design of new versions of the CROVER robots. In this role, you'll lead the mechanical and product design of robots that swim through granular environments, like grain,...

You will establish and mature stakeholder needs, associating/attributing priority, interest, influence and trading-off needs to determine optimum capability to solve stakeholders' problems.

You will guide users through the full lifecycle—from ideation and proof-of-concept to deployment and scaling—ensuring solutions are ethical, secure, and aligned with industry best practices. Core Responsibilities User Advisory & Strategy: - Assess business needs and identify opportunities for generative AI adoption.

You will be assigned a mentor to support and guide your development and undertake regular training modules throughout the programme.

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options.

Overview of Business We are working with the East Scotland division of a leading housebuilder to recruit an Engineer to join their Technical team. Job description The Engineer will oversee the design and delivery of infrastructure and groundworks packages for residential developments. Working closely with external consultants, statutory bodies, and the internal Technical Team, you will ensure...

You will lead a global team of security engineering experts, providing a supportive environment that attracts and retains talent. This role is not primarily hands-on however, the Head of Cyber Engineering is expected to remain technically engaged and may occasionally contribute directly during important initiatives, solving complex problems, or high-severity security incidents.