Digitalised Construction KT Associate — Hybrid

The University Of Manchester; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employer contribution pension

29 days annual leave plus holidays

Job summary

The University of Manchester is seeking a Knowledge Transfer Partnership Associate for a 36-month project in Advanced and Digitalised Construction. You will develop and validate simulation models to optimise prefabricated construction processes, improve safety, productivity and environmental outcomes, and collaborate with academics and industry partners to publish findings and deliver workshops.

Applicants should hold a PhD in a relevant field and demonstrate expertise in modelling, simulation

Qualifications

• Candidates should hold a PhD in a relevant field such as Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, Digital Construction or a related discipline.
• Demonstrable experience in modelling, simulation, and optimisation of industrial workflows and processes, especially in advanced manufacturing and/or prefabricated construction.
• Proficiency in systems design and optimisation, programming, and practical implementation, with a focus on advanced manufacturing in construction.
• Strong skills in simulation methodologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop simulation models by creating and validating advanced simulation models to replicate dynamic prefabricated construction sites.
• Enhance prefabricated construction processes by identifying inefficiencies, safety risks and design mitigation strategies, aligning with industry standards.
• Optimise task allocation by designing strategies to streamline task design and allocation to improve safety, productivity, and environmental sustainability.
• Collaborate with academics and industry partners to refine models, strategies, and project outputs.
• Disseminate project findings by publishing results in academic journals, generate industry reports, and lead workshops.

Skills

Modelling & Simulation

Industrial workflow optimisation

Systems design

Programming

Communication

Education

PhD in Mechanical/Aerospace/ENG/CS/Digital Construction

Tools

Python

MATLAB

AnyLogic

Job description

The University of Manchester is seeking a Knowledge Transfer Partnership Associate for a 36-month project in Advanced and Digitalised Construction. You will develop and validate simulation models to optimise prefabricated construction processes, improve safety, productivity and environmental outcomes, and collaborate with academics and industry partners to publish findings and deliver workshops.

Applicants should hold a PhD in a relevant field and demonstrate expertise in modelling, simulation