Blatchford is a multi-award-winning, global, manufacturer of some of the world’s most advanced prosthetic technology, bespoke seating solutions and orthotic devices.

Our evidence-based approach and commitment to continuously challenge possibilities ensures our mobility solutions prioritise the wellbeing and long-term health of our users. Through science, technology, and maintaining a clear focus on people, we make mobility possible.

Due to continued growth, we have an exciting opportunity for a Junior Predictive Analysis Engineer to join our dynamic, multidisciplinary R&D team.

The Role

As Junior Predictive Analysis Engineer you will clearly interpret our medical device requirements and develop innovative design solutions.

Key duties:

• Finite element modelling and analysis in the structural domain responding to linear and non-linear problems.
• Performing modelling of mechanisms for kinematics, dynamics and force analysis, involving FEA & CFD for new product designs and modifications to meet customer requirements.
• Supporting strategic planning and deployment of additional CAE modelling processes to aid planning and ultimately accelerate product development process.
• Interpreting analysis results and convert them to design suggestions.
• Developing techniques to optimise weight, from a design and manufacturing perspective, whilst managing dynamic loading/stress concentration.
• Developing other digital twin capabilities, in line with product development strategies, easing iterative design cycle times and improving design/test data corelations.

What are we looking for?

Key Skills & Experience:

Essential:

• Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering Degree
• Experience of Finite Analysis software ANSYS software
• A neutral self-starter, proactive and able manage your own time highly effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, comfortable operating in a fast-paced matrix organisation.
• Hard working, open and honest and excellent team working skills.
• 1-2 years’ experience in similar role (or work placement)

What can Blatchford offer you?

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday – increased after service.
• Option to purchase additional holiday.
• Flexible, hybrid working with early finish on a Friday.
• Pension
• Death in Service
• On Demand Pay
• Health cash plan
• Discounted shopping/leisure activity vouchers
• Cycle to work scheme.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work as part of a dynamic R&D team, within a unique environment and contribute to the success of our award-winning organisation.

If you feel like you meet the above criteria for the Junior Predictive Analysis Engineer, please apply now!