MSCA Research Assistant: Industrial Heat Pump Design

Brunel University of London; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunel University London invites applications for a Research Assistant position under the MSCA ITN HeatMinds. The post focuses on mechanical and electrical design of industrial high temperature heat pump compressors and model validation using Finite Element and Thermal Analysis tools.

Start date is 1 April 2027. Candidates should hold at least a first degree or a Master in Mechanical Engineering, with priority to those who have not worked or studied in the UK in the last three years.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold at least a first degree or a Master-degree in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant subject.

Responsibilities

• Undertake research towards a PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Develop models for design and analysis of turbo-compressors for industrial high temperature heat pumps.
• Focus on compressor system mechanical and electrical design, including sealing and cooling.
• Validate models using Finite Element and Thermal Analysis tools.

Skills

Finite Element

Thermal Analysis

Mechanical Design

Education

First degree or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Brunel University London invites applications for a Research Assistant position under the MSCA ITN HeatMinds. The post focuses on mechanical and electrical design of industrial high temperature heat pump compressors and model validation using Finite Element and Thermal Analysis tools.

Start date is 1 April 2027. Candidates should hold at least a first degree or a Master in Mechanical Engineering, with priority to those who have not worked or studied in the UK in the last three years.