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Williams Advanced Engineering exists to accelerate the advantage and impact of our clients. We do it through innovative engineering and technology that solves complex problems and brings a step-change in weight, speed and efficiency. Join us to help fulfil our mission to accelerate an efficient, electric and sustainable future.
An opportunity has arisen for a CFD Engineer to join the CAE department in a rapidly expanding and exciting time in our history. Problem solving is at the heart of what we do and you will be anaylising tools, testing and processes to support a global client base achieve timebound sustainability targets.
Job role:
- Working within the CAE group with the opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects within numerous industries, not just Automotive / Motorsport.
- Aerodynamic simulation for external aerodynamics, radiator sizing, and also non-vehicle flow analysis.
- Creation, development and running of complex thermal models to simulate a range of applications through 1D and CFD modelling.
- Detailed analysis of simulation results and creation of comprehensive post processing.
- Make analysis-based decisions, providing guidance to the wider design & manufacturing groups.
- Presentation, reporting and discussion of analysis results and project material
- Correlation of analysis with physical testing.
- Work closely with project team to fulfil customer requirements.
You’ll have:
Essential:
- Experience in automotive, Heavy-goods or Off-highway, Motorsport or Aerospace industries is essential.
- Experience of CFD modelling external aerodynamics is essential, with good CFD literacy in one or more of the following software packages: Siemens STAR CCM+, ANSYS Fluent, OpenFOAM.
- An engineering qualification (e.g. Degree, Degree Apprenticeship) in a relevant engineering field e.g. aerospace, aeronautical, CFD or similar.
Desirable:
- Experience of ANSA for geometry prep and surface meshing.
- Experience of physical testing (Test cell/ Wind Tunnel/ Real World).
- Knowledge or experience with refrigerant cooling systems.
- Experience in EV powertrain or IC engine thermal management.
- Experience in high-voltage battery energy storage thermal modelling.
- Radiator or heat exchanger specification and design knowledge.
- Experience generating thermal models using 1D analysis tools such as GT suite.
We’ll provide:
- Training to add to your existing skills and accelerate your career.
- A supportive and empowering work environment.
Application deadline:
Closing date for applications is 30th June 2022 at noon.
Location:
We are based on the Williams technical campus in Grove, Oxfordshire, UK. 20 minutes’ drive South of Oxford, UK.
Disclaimers and DEI:
You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. At WAE we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences and skills. WAE is an equal opportunity employer who values diversity and inclusion. If you have a disability, we are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments.
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