Job Description

Bristol


Design and Finite Element Automation Engineer



At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world's most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same.

Your Role

Capgemini 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 Profile

A 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 methods Understanding of FEA principles, including meshing, boundary conditions, and result interpretation.

What you'll love about working here

Well-being hub and different wellbeing initiatives Hybrid working up to 70% Possibility to work up to 45 days per year from abroad. Open access to digital learning platforms Active employee networks promoting diversity, equity and inclusion like OutFront, CapAbility or Women@Capgemin.



Capgemini 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, and


Meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.


Please opt in during the application process.

Need to know

This 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.
Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.


Ref. code
380957-en_GB
Posted on
18 Dec 2025
Experience level
Experienced Professionals
Contract type
Permanent
Location
Bristol
Business unit
Engineering and RandD Services
Brand
Capgemini Engineering
Professional communities
Products & Systems Engineering