Engineer - Cfd & Thermofluids

Element Materials Technology; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior Engineer to work on fluid flow, thermodynamics, and heat transfer projects. The position requires a strong consultancy mindset and the ability to manage technical projects within a hybrid working environment. Candidates should possess a relevant engineering degree and experience in engineering analysis. Knowledge of CFD tools and programming skills are advantageous. This role offers career development within a fast-growing organization.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Career development opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• Strong consultancy mindset with a focus on technical projects.
• Experience in delivering engineering analysis in consultancy settings.
• Project management experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out technical projects and analyses with supervision.
• Support business development activities and manage project execution.
• Participate in technical delivery and client relationship management.

Skills

Fluid flow analysis

Thermodynamics

Heat transfer

Communication skills

Programming (Python, MATLAB, C#)

Education

Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD in engineering, science or applied mathematics

Tools

STAR-CCM+

ANSYS Fluent

OpenFOAM

Job description

We are looking to recruit a Senior Engineer with a strong consultancy mindset and demonstrable capability in a range of fluid flow, thermodynamics or heat transfer related topics. Element are committed to the continued development of our UK‑based, permanent staff capability for Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Thermofluids. The position can be based in our Derby or Bristol offices, with hybrid/flexible working arrangements available. Your main responsibilities, as part of a thriving and busy team, are as follows:

Responsibilities

• Carry out a range of technical projects and analyses, with supervision from more experienced staff to meet clients’ needs and expectations.
• Support business development activities with new and existing clients, including identification of client needs and creation of proposals and project plans.
• Manage and lead the technical execution of assigned projects, including the work of any assigned staff and business reporting on project progress and delivery.
• Participate in technical delivery and client relationship management.
• Support the development of more junior staff through day‑to‑day support and advice.
• Integrate and engage with our positive team culture, adhering to Element’s core values – care, integrity, and progress.

Qualifications

• Degree: Bachelor’s (2.1 or above), Master’s or PhD in engineering, science or applied mathematics (preferably with a strong CFD or thermofluids component).
• Experience delivering engineering analysis in an engineering company or consultancy setting.
• Project management experience is desirable.
• Technical knowledge and experience in solving fluid flow, thermodynamics and heat transfer problems, including multiphase, reactive, dispersion or blast flows.
• Experience in aerospace, nuclear, renewable energy, oil & gas or defence sectors is a benefit.
• Knowledge of commercial and open‑source CFD tools such as STAR‑CCM+, ANSYS Fluent, Amesim, Flomaster and OpenFOAM, with the ability to extend them using user functions.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, VBA, C#, or C/C++ is an advantage.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Actively working toward Chartered Engineer (or equivalent) status.
• Flexible thinker who enjoys challenge and works well with unfamiliar problems.
• Enjoys client and colleague interaction and takes responsibility for delivery.

Location

UK‑based role – position can be based in Derby or Bristol offices with hybrid/flexible working arrangements.

Company Overview

Element Digital Engineering is a leading provider of specialist engineering simulation, design, and consultancy support to clients across many industries – including Nuclear, Aerospace, Energy and Defence – in the UK and internationally. Our fluid flow, thermodynamics or heat transfer technical work ranges from simple hand calculations to detailed component level 2D/3D simulations, covering system‑level 1D modelling to advanced CFD.

As part of our team, you will play a central role in providing clients with design support, system assessments and verification services, delivering analysis‑informed design improvements, a deeper understanding of fluid behaviour, and actionable technical insight to inform budget decisions.

Benefits & Career Development

Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses worldwide, with a global network of 9,000 professionals across 30 countries. We empower you to take charge of your career, reward excellence and integrity through growth and development, and provide a dynamic, flexible working environment.

EEO & Diversity Statement

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal‑opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”. All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment based on objective work‑related criteria and without regard to age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity, in accordance with the applicable governing laws.