CFD Engineer

Zenovo; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks an experienced CFD Engineer in Bristol to support fluid dynamics activities across multiple projects. The successful candidate will develop CFD models, validate simulations, and collaborate with various teams to enhance product performance. This role is crucial for driving innovation and maintaining product quality, offering competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Discretionary Performance-Related Bonus

25 days of annual leave

Company pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Regular social events

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in fluid dynamics or CFD-related roles.
• Strong understanding of fluid behaviors and turbomachinery principles.
• Ability to manage tasks and deliver high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain 3D CFD models for products.
• Validate CFD simulations with experimental data.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams.

Skills

Fluid dynamics

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

Ansys Fluent

Creo

Microsoft Office

OpenFoam

Job description

Job Title: CFD Engineer
Location: Bristol
Salary - Up to GBP60,000 (Depending on Experience)

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced CFD Engineer to join one of our established clients in the Bristol Area.

In this role, you will be instrumental in supporting computational fluid dynamics (CFD) activities across multiple projects, including maintaining existing products and developing innovative new technologies. Fluid dynamics are essential to the performance of their product, making this a critical role within the organisation.

Working within a multi-disciplinary engineering team, you will be responsible for developing CFD models, validating simulation results, and applying insights to enhance tool performance. The role promotes innovation through simulation and testing, contributing to the ongoing development of high-quality, competitive products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain precise 3D CFD models for current and future products.
• Validate CFD simulations with experimental and field data to ensure accuracy.
• Analyse and optimise fluid behaviour within tools using simulation results.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to improve product designs.
• Assist in designing and executing test rigs and tests for model validation and design verification.
• Prepare clear, technical reports and presentations to communicate CFD findings.
• Support obsolescence management by reviewing and updating existing designs.
• Engage with management, engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams.

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor s or Master s degree in Engineering or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in fluid dynamics or CFD-related roles.
• Strong understanding of fluid behaviors and turbomachinery principles.
• Knowledge of hydraulics principles, including fluid equations and flow concepts.
• Proficiency in CFD software (such as Ansys Fluent), 3D CAD tools (preferably Creo), and Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated ability to build, validate, and interpret computational models.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage tasks and deliver high-quality work within project deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

• Familiarity with Python scripting (e.g., PyFluent) and/or Matlab.
• Working knowledge of Creo CAD software.
• Experience with open-source CFD tools like OpenFoam.
• Background in additional modeling areas such as FEA, stress analysis, dynamics, or lumped parameter modeling.

Benefits

• Discretionary Performance-Related Bonus
• 25 days of annual leave
• Company pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Regular social events
• Flexible working arrangements