CFD Engineer

1w1 week ago

Stirling Dynamics

Bristol, GB · Full-time · £41,000 – £60,000

About this role

Stirling Dynamics is seeking to recruit an experienced Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Engineer to support a range of upcoming programmes of work. The Engineer will work within a small team to deliver a variety of CFD modelling activities and analyses. The role will best suit an individual with extensive experience within the aerospace domain.

Interact with internal and external customers on a technical and programme level. Develop suitable methodologies and conduct CFD analyses at a consistently high standard within budget. Prepare, present technical reports and proposals while supporting project management planning documentation.

Maintain project documentation in accordance with the company’s Quality Management System. Ensure delegated tasks achieve their full objectives and manage multiple tasks within agreed timescales and budgets. The role is predominantly based in Bristol office with occasional travel and flexible working including work from home part of the week.

Self-motivated professionals with strong organisational skills will thrive in this customer-facing position. Exposure to aircraft design activities and aerodynamic data for certification supports ongoing programmes. Regular social events provide opportunities to mix with the team.

Requirements

Significant industry experience in CFD modelling with ANSYS toolsets including FLUENT
Experience with steady and unsteady external aerodynamic flows of civil and/or military aircraft
Self-motivated with the ability to solve problems independently
Ability to manage multiple tasks, working effectively within a team or independently
Good interpersonal skills, including a diplomatic and professional approach
Capable of working efficiently and accurately, with attention to detail and self-checking results
Good organisational skills, including record keeping
Able to act in a customer facing position

Responsibilities

Interact with internal and external customers on a technical and programme level
Develop suitable methodologies and conduct CFD analyses at a consistently high standard within budget
Prepare and present technical reports and proposals
Support the preparation of project management planning documentation including quality, technical and budget plans
Maintain the project documentation in accordance with the company’s Quality Management System
Ensure delegated tasks achieve their full objectives
Manage multiple tasks and deliver within agreed timescales and budgets