Business Details
20 Years
experience
Expert Structural Engineering Solutions for Complex Projects
Established in 2006, Cascade Engineering has grown into a trusted provider of structural engineering solutions, delivering complex projects across aerospace, marine, and energy sectors. Our team of seasoned professionals, including specialists with decades of experience at BAE Systems, Airbus, and Boeing, employs a collaborative approach to solve critical engineering challenges. We focus on lifecycle value optimization, ensuring our clients benefit from cost-effective, regulatory-compliant solutions tailored to their specific needs. Our systematic methodologyemphasizing early-stage concept development, rigorous analysis, and seamless realisationhas earned us repeat partnerships with global OEMs.Client testimonials highlight our proactive engagement, technical expertise, and ability to maintain stakeholder confidence during high-pressure projects. With capabilities spanning finite element modelling, composites innovation, and stress analysis, we provide end-to-end support from initial design to certification. Our commitment to continuous professional development ensures our team remains at the forefront of engineering advancements, delivering dependable outcomes that meet exacting performance, weight, and integration criteria.
Services
Structural Engineering
Finite Element Modelling
Composites Engineering
Project Management
Stress Analysis
Design Realisation
Lifecycle Value Optimization
Regulatory Compliance
Aerospace Solutions
Energy Sector Engineering
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of structural engineering expertise across aerospace, marine, and energy sectors.
- Our team includes specialists with experience at BAE Systems, Airbus, and Boeing.
- We provide lifecycle value optimization for long-term project success.
- Our collaborative approach ensures focused problem-solving with OEMs.
- We deliver solutions for complex projects from concept to certification.
What people say
Excellent, proactive, engaging
Dependable solutions
Collaborative working
Lifecycle value optimization
Expertise in structural engineering
Services
Structural Engineering
Our structural engineering services deliver tailored solutions for complex aerospace, marine, and energy projects. We specialise in critical design challenges, ensuring compliance with performance, weight, and integration criteria. With decades of experience, we provide end-to-end support from concept development to certification, optimising lifecycle value for global OEMs.
Finite Element Modelling
Finite Element Modelling (FEM) underpins our approach to structural analysis, enabling precise simulation of complex systems. Our engineers use advanced FEM techniques to predict performance under real-world conditions, ensuring robust designs for aerospace and energy sectors. This expertise reduces risks and accelerates certification processes for clients.
Composites Engineering
Composites engineering drives innovation in lightweight, high-strength solutions for aerospace and defence. We apply cutting-edge composite materials to enhance performance and durability. Our team optimises designs for manufacturing efficiency, supporting clients in achieving weight-saving initiatives without compromising structural integrity across critical platforms.
Project Management
Our project management services ensure seamless execution of engineering initiatives from concept to delivery. We employ agile methodologies and technical expertise to coordinate cross-sector teams, manage timelines, and align deliverables with client objectives. This approach guarantees reliable outcomes for complex, long-term projects in aerospace and energy sectors.
Stress Analysis
Stress analysis services assess structural performance under operational loads, ensuring safety and compliance. We utilise advanced simulation tools and decades of expertise to evaluate static and fatigue stresses in aerospace components. Our solutions mitigate failure risks, extending the lifecycle of critical systems for global manufacturers.
People
Ben Barrass
MD
Ben has over 30 years' experience in structural engineering, specialising in static/fatigue stress analysis and FEM. He led key projects for GE Aviation and BAE Systems, and drives team development through continuous professional training.
Rob Harborne
Technical Director
Rob brings nearly 35 years of aerospace structural analysis expertise, focusing on composite structures and FEM. He has supported major programmes for Airbus, Boeing, and BAE Systems, mentoring engineers to deliver complex projects from concept to completion.
Gren Williamson
Engineering Sales Manager
Gren combines 20+ years of aerospace engineering experience with strategic leadership from roles at Aquila Nuclear and GKN Westland. He manages client partnerships and drives growth, leveraging his MBA and technical background to align solutions with sector demands.
Funsho Griffin
Programme Manager
Funsho specialises in technology-driven project management, applying agile methodologies and AI tools to aerospace and smart building sectors. He ensures timely delivery of complex projects while championing innovation in cross-functional team coordination.
Nick Howarth
Operations Manager
Nick is an experienced stress engineer with expertise in simulation software and analysis, working on flagship Airbus projects. He oversees daily operations and advocates for energy-efficient technologies, balancing technical precision with sustainable practices in engineering workflows.
Questions
What sectors does Cascade Engineering specialise in?
We focus on aerospace, marine, and energy sectors, delivering structural engineering solutions for complex projects across these industries.
How does Cascade support project lifecycle management?
We provide end-to-end support from concept development to certification, optimising value at every stage through collaborative working and technical expertise.
Can Cascade handle large-scale engineering projects?
Yes, our team has extensive experience managing complex, long-term projects for global OEMs like BAE Systems, Airbus, and Boeing.
What engineering services do you offer?
Our services include structural design, finite element modelling, composites engineering, stress analysis, and project management tailored to client needs.
How do you ensure regulatory compliance?
We integrate compliance requirements into every project phase, leveraging industry standards and decades of experience to meet certification criteria.
Do you collaborate with client teams directly?
Yes, we work alongside internal teams to solve challenges, share expertise, and ensure alignment with project goals from start to finish.
