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Prodrive

Senior Structural Analyst

Prodrive
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senior permanent Banbury, Oxfordshire

First indexed 31 Jul 2026

Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Structural Analyst to join our Engineering Vehicle Design group, to provide structural analysis expertise across a variety of high-performance motorsport programmes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform structural analysis of assemblies comprising of metallic, composite and fabricated components.
  • Work closely with Designers to develop load cases and optimise geometry using calculation and FEA methods.
  • Produce concept designs and detailed engineering solutions that meet performance, weight and cost targets.
  • Deliver CAD assemblies and detailed designs to agreed timelines and budgets.
  • Release parts and assembly structures onto Bills of Materials.
  • Ensure Bills of Materials are accurate, current and maintained throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Understand and consider the commercial impact of design decisions on component manufacture and future Bill of Materials costs.
  • Support design reviews and continuous improvement activities across programmes.
  • Liaison with external suppliers, as well as internal departments and stakeholders to ensure designs are manufacturable, robust and delivered to programme requirements.

Requirements:

  • Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering or a related discipline.
  • At least five years' experience in a high-performance motorsport design environment.
  • Proven expertise performing structural analysis.
  • A strong understanding of design, materials and manufacturing processes.
  • The ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams, taking designs from concept through to manufacture.
  • Excellent CAD skills, with Siemens NX and Teamcenter experience an advantage.
  • The ability to deliver high-quality engineering solutions in a fast-paced, championship-winning environment.
  • A passion for motorsport, innovation and engineering excellence, with the ambition to help shape the next generation of World Championship-winning rally and endurance race cars.

What can we offer you?

  • An attractive salary which will grow in line with your ongoing development and impact
  • 25 days holiday (which increases with long service) with an opportunity to purchase up to 15 extra days
  • Training opportunities for continuing professional development
  • Onsite subsidised staff restaurant
  • Car and pension salary sacrifice schemes
  • Cyclescheme
  • Exercise classes
  • Paid time off for volunteering
  • Consultations with our Fit 4 Life expert
  • Social events throughout the year
  • Exclusive company discounts
  • Life assurance
This listing is enriched and indexed by YubHub. To apply, use the employer's original posting: https://careers.prodrive.com/vacancies/senior-structural-analyst