Senior Research Engineer – Composite Structures and Processes

Arbalett; Henegouwen; Sur place; EUR 80 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Senior Research Engineer to enhance its simulation and composite materials design efforts. This role promises an exciting opportunity to collaborate with experts in high-performance composites and digital development. You will be instrumental in delivering innovative solutions through multi-physics simulations and finite element analyses, while also optimizing automated manufacturing processes. Join a dynamic environment that fosters growth and innovation, with a competitive salary package and opportunities to work on cutting-edge technology in sustainable materials.

Qualifications

• PhD in engineering or equivalent experience in simulation and solid mechanics.
• Strong expertise in multi-physics modeling and finite element analysis.

Responsabilités

• Deliver multi-physics simulation solutions for composite applications.
• Conduct finite element analyses and optimize manufacturing processes.

Connaissances

Multi-physics modeling

Finite element analysis (FEA)

Composite materials expertise

Long-fiber reinforced composites

Machine learning knowledge

Communication skills

Formation

PhD in engineering

Description du poste

Senior Research Engineer – Composite Structures and Processes

Arbalett Hainaut, Walloon Region, Belgium

Our partner, a leading technological research center, is seeking a Senior Research Engineer to strengthen its simulation and composite materials design activities.

This key role offers the opportunity to develop innovative solutions in collaboration with experts in high-performance composites applications and digital development. You will be involved in collaborative and industrial projects aimed at advancing real-world modeling and sustainable materials.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to collaborative and industrial projects, delivering multi-physics simulation solutions for high-performance composite applications.
• Conduct finite element analyses (FEA) and model laminated structures, accounting for non-linearity, contact, and failure criteria.
• Actively participate in design space exploration and optimize processes for infusion, injection, and automated manufacturing.
• Work closely with academic and industrial partners to anticipate future needs in high-performance materials and digital solutions.

Your profile

• PhD in engineering or equivalent experience in simulation and solid mechanics.
• Strong expertise in multi-physics modeling, finite element analysis, and composite materials.
• Experience with long-fiber reinforced composites (UD, woven) and automated manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of machine learning and optimization (a plus).
• Innovative mindset and proactive in applying new trends in digital simulation.
• Excellent communication skills in English and French and a team-oriented approach.

Join a dynamic and stimulating environment, working closely with industry leaders and top technical experts. An attractive salary package and numerous growth opportunities in emerging technology sectors await you.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Science, Research, and Engineering

Industries

Research Services