PhD Graduate/Post Doc – Structure and Materials Modelling Specialist

Frazer-Nash Consultancy; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is looking for a PhD Graduate/Post Doc specializing in Structure and Materials Modelling to join their dynamic team. This role involves applying research expertise to real-world engineering challenges, supporting high-value systems across multiple sectors. You'll work on sustainability and energy transition projects, develop bespoke software tools, and communicate results effectively. Ideal candidates are PhD holders with strong analytical skills and a problem-solving mindset, ready to transition to industry.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Holiday entitlement

Flexible working

Pension

Professional development

Healthcare

Bonus scheme

Professional memberships

Cycle scheme

Rail loan

Qualifications

• Completing or completed PhD in Materials Science/Engineering.
• Knowledge of constitutive material modelling and structural analysis.
• Experience in proposal writing and client liaison is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to R&D projects for high-value, safety-critical systems.
• Develop innovative structural and material modelling methods.
• Manage multiple projects and communicate effectively with clients.

Skills

Problem-solving

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Education

PhD in Materials Science/Engineering

Tools

Python

C#

MATLAB

Job description

PhD Graduate/Post Doc – Structure and Materials Modelling Specialist

Join to apply for the PhD Graduate/Post Doc – Structure and Materials Modelling Specialist role at Frazer-Nash Consultancy.

Title: PhD Graduate/Post Doc – Structure and Materials Modelling Specialist

Salary range: £35,000 plus per annum depending on experience and a £2,000 Joining Bonus.

Location: Leatherhead, Bristol, Glasgow, or Burton (flexible hybrid working, with time split between the office and working from home).

Closing date: 30th June (early applications encouraged; role may close earlier if sufficient applications are received).

Please include a covering letter with your application.

Frazer-Nash offers a unique opportunity for early-career academics to transition from traditional PostDoc roles into industry, applying research expertise to real-world engineering challenges.

Valuing Your Research Experience: We recognize the skills gained through a PhD, including engineering fundamentals, conference presentations, and stakeholder engagement. Many colleagues have PhDs or equivalent, supporting your career development.

Flexible Start: We understand the stresses of completing a doctorate. If desired, you can start work before submitting your thesis, with flexible working arrangements to support your transition.

Role Overview: You will contribute to R&D projects supporting high-value, safety-critical systems, developing innovative structural and material modelling methods, including user subroutines and bespoke software tools. Projects focus on lifecycle optimization, sustainability, and energy transition, involving analysis, software development, and client interaction across sectors like energy, transport, and defense.

You will manage multiple projects, communicate with clients, and work collaboratively within a team. Strong interpersonal skills, problem-solving, and initiative are essential, alongside technical expertise in structural integrity and materials science.

Requirements:

• Completing or completed PhD in Materials Science/Engineering or related field.
• Interest in applying computational and analytical methods to high integrity material applications.
• Knowledge of constitutive material modelling, structural analysis, and material degradation mechanisms.
• Ability to communicate technical results effectively.
• Team player with minimal supervision ability.
• Experience in proposal writing, client liaison, and business development is a plus.
• Working towards Chartered Engineer status.

Desirable: Programming skills in Python, C#, MATLAB.

Pre-employment security screening is required.

Benefits include: competitive salary, holiday entitlement, flexible working, pension, professional development, healthcare, bonus scheme, professional memberships, cycle scheme, rail loan, and more.

Seniority level:

Internship

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:

Research, Analysis, IT

Industries:

Business Consulting and Services