CFD & Multiphysics Simulation Engineer

Akkodis; Luik; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Akkodis invites an experienced Numerical Simulation Engineer to join our Liège team. You will perform CFD simulations, develop multiphysics analyses and link numerical results to experimental data. You’ll use tools such as ANSYS Fluent/CFX, OpenFOAM or STAR-CCM+ and advance workflows with Python and HPC.

Requirements include 5 years in numerical simulation, a MSc/MEng in fluids or aerospace, and strong CFD tool proficiency. English proficiency is essential; aerospace/defense exposure is a plus.

Qualifications

• Master's or Engineering degree in Fluid Mechanics, Aeronautics/Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics.
• Around 5 years of experience in numerical simulation.
• Strong knowledge of CFD and at least one major simulation tool: ANSYS Fluent/CFX, OpenFOAM or STAR-CCM+.
• Good understanding of fluid mechanics, turbulence and heat transfer.
• Experience with multiphysics, FEM/FEA or FSI is a strong asset.
• Knowledge of Python, Linux and/or HPC environments is highly appreciated.
• Professional working proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform CFD simulations involving fluid flows, aerodynamics, thermal management and other complex phenomena.
• Work with tools such as ANSYS Fluent/CFX, OpenFOAM or STAR-CCM+.
• Develop multiphysics simulations, including thermal-mechanical coupling and FSI.
• Perform FEM/FEA analyses to assess stress, deformation and structural behaviour.
• Correlate numerical simulations with experimental and test data.
• Improve simulation workflows through Python scripting, automation and HPC.
• Collaborate with R&D, design and testing teams.
• Contribute to innovative approaches combining simulation, optimization and advanced numerical methods.

Skills

CFD

Python scripting

HPC

Multiphysics

FEM/FEA

Education

MSc in Fluid Mechanics

MEng in Mechanical Engineering

MEng in Aeronautics

Tools

ANSYS Fluent/CFX

OpenFOAM

STAR-CCM+

Job description

Akkodis invites an experienced Numerical Simulation Engineer to join our Liège team. You will perform CFD simulations, develop multiphysics analyses and link numerical results to experimental data. You’ll use tools such as ANSYS Fluent/CFX, OpenFOAM or STAR-CCM+ and advance workflows with Python and HPC.

Requirements include 5 years in numerical simulation, a MSc/MEng in fluids or aerospace, and strong CFD tool proficiency. English proficiency is essential; aerospace/defense exposure is a plus.