Structural Engineer - Composite Materials (Porto)

Capgemini Engineering

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 can you make a difference. Where no two days are the same.

Your Role
Developing advanced blade concepts with focus on architecture, structural performance, manufacturing feasibility, and service optimization.
Identifying and assessing new opportunities for blade innovation and strategic development.
Developing advanced blade concepts with focus on architecture, structural performance, manufacturing feasibility, and service optimization.
Assess structural integrity of blades.
Perform conceptual and detailed design of large scale composite structures.
Generate new ideas and concepts for next generation wind turbine blades.
Coordinate and drive design tasks within project design team and with global teams.
Develop innovative structural solutions and new technologies to enable larger, lighter and more efficient wind turbine blades.
Optimize blades for function, simplicity, cost and manufacturability.
Your Profile

Master's degree in mechanical/structural engineering or a related field
5+ years of experience (preferrably in the wind industry), specifically in designing composite structures
Good knowledge of composite structures and manufacturing methods
Good understanding of aero-structure elasticity, plate and shell theory, cross-sectional analysis of composite beams, and general beam theory
Previous experience as a structural designer, with a focus on composite materials, is desirable
Programming skills, particularly in Python, are beneficial
Experience with Finite Element Method (FEM), especially ANSYS, and knowledge of composite testing at various levels (full, component, and coupon)
What you'll love about working here

Join a multicultural and inclusive team environment.
Enjoy a supportive atmosphere promoting work-life balance.
Engage in exciting national and international projects.
Hybrid work.
Your career growth is central to our mission. Our array of career growth programs and diverse professionals are crafted to support you in exploring a world of opportunities.
Training and certifications programs.
Health and life insurance.
Referral program with bonuses for talent recommendations.
Great office locations.
About Capgemini

Capgemini is an AI-powered global business and technology transformation partner, delivering tangible business value. We imagine the future of organizations and make it real with AI, technology, and people. With our strong heritage of nearly 60 years, we are a responsible and diverse group of 420,000 team members in more than 50 countries. We deliver end-to-end services and solutions with our deep industry expertise and strong partner ecosystem, leveraging our capabilities across strategy, technology, design, engineering and business operations.