Senior Aerodynamics Engineer

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9 months ago

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This exciting and forward-thinking company manufacture ultrasonic wind sensors using patented Resonance technology that is tougher and more withstanding than other products on the market. The sensors are being used in Wind Energy, Marine, Meteorology, Defence, Drones and Infrastructure. Wind Energy is the biggest market with sensors being applied for wind turbine control.

They employ 95 people that work symbiotically to create and design meaningful products. Their small, 4 person Multi-physics team gives a new candidate the opportunity to have a leading role within the realm of Aerodynamics, Aero-Acoustics and Transducers.
Benefits
Non-contributory pension plan, 9% company contribution
Life assurance scheme
Private health care plan
Optional hybrid working pattern of one day per week from home OR 3 additional days holiday per annum (role dependent)
24 days holiday per annum, increasing to 25 days after one year's service, plus all bank and public holidays
Flexi-time for days worked in the office
Recruitment referral bonus scheme
Travel schemes: Season ticket or Cycle-to-work
Subsidised gym membership
Sponsored professional study support
Job title
Senior Aerodynamics Engineer
What will this person be doing?
Conduct CFD analyses, modelling, and experiments.
Apply aerodynamics, thermal, and aeroacoustics in product optimisation.
Develop performance targets for aerodynamics, thermal, and aeroacoustics.
Validate concepts using experimental data and theoretical predictions.
Document research findings for internal and external use.
Support product development through modelling and design analysis.
Enhance multi-physics modelling with other research teams.
Integrate machine learning for multi-physics simulations and digital twins.
Contribute to expanding the company's intellectual property portfolio.
Manage and deliver Aerodynamics research projects.
Provide estimates and progress updates for research projects.
Offer expert guidance on aerodynamics to engineers and teams.
Ensure research quality through validation, review, and documentation.
Essential Skills
Significant Understanding of Aerodynamics
Expertise in Aero-Acoustics and Aerothermal Analysis
Knowledge of Transducers
Experienced with CFD Modelling & Geometrics
Python
Experience in RANS and LES Turbulence Modelling
Desirable Skills
PhD in Aerodynamics
Experience in the Aerospace Industry
Specialised in Subsonic Flow
Experience in Laminar-Turbulent Transition Models
Experience in Commercial Modelling Packages (ENGYS, COMSOL)
Applied Knowledge of Linux & Cluster For High-Perfomance Computing Tasks
Target salary
£46,000 - £65,000

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