KT Partnership Associate: Digitalised Construction & Prefab

The University of Manchester; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension contribution

29 days annual leave

EV car scheme

Job summary

The University of Manchester is seeking a motivated Knowledge Transfer Partnership Associate to join a 36-month project focused on optimising and digitalising prefabrication processes in low-cost housing. The role involves enhancing efficiency and safety in prefabricated construction.

Candidates should have a PhD in relevant fields and demonstrate experience in modelling and optimisation, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and dissemination of findings.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Experience in modelling, simulation, and optimisation of industrial workflows, especially in advanced manufacturing.
• Strong skills in simulation methodologies and practical implementation.

Responsibilities

• Develop simulation models for prefabricated construction processes.
• Enhance processes by identifying inefficiencies and safety risks.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to refine models and strategies.

Skills

Modelling

Simulation

Optimisation

Communication

Advanced manufacturing

Education

PhD in relevant field

Tools

Machine learning

IoT devices

Job description

The University of Manchester is seeking a motivated Knowledge Transfer Partnership Associate to join a 36-month project focused on optimising and digitalising prefabrication processes in low-cost housing. The role involves enhancing efficiency and safety in prefabricated construction.

Candidates should have a PhD in relevant fields and demonstrate experience in modelling and optimisation, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and dissemination of findings.