PhD Researcher — Multi-Physics Heat Exchanger Modelling

Brunel University London; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunel University London invites applications for a First Stage Researcher (R1) position in Mechanical Engineering. The project aims to develop advanced modelling tools for heat exchangers and to validate coating and bonding methods.

The successful candidate will undertake research leading to a PhD by the end of the project, focusing on model development, numerical analysis and collaboration with partners. London location, 35 hours a week.

Qualifications

• First or upper second-class honours in Mechanical Engineering or MSc equivalent.
• Strong thermodynamics and heat transfer knowledge.
• Experience in design and analysis of heat exchangers.
• Knowledge of materials properties and material selection.
• Fundamentals of programming and numerical modelling.
• Experience with MATLAB and/or Python is valued.
• Experience with AI tool integration is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop generalised multi-physics modelling tools for industrial high-temperature heat exchangers.
• Create parametric models for multi-layer coatings using heat transfer formulations.
• Develop coatings and bonding methods and validate experimentally.

Skills

Thermodynamics

Heat transfer

Heat exchanger design

Materials properties

Numerical modelling

AI tools integration

Programming fundamentals

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (1st or 2:1) or MSc

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Finite Element Analysis

Job description

Brunel University London invites applications for a First Stage Researcher (R1) position in Mechanical Engineering. The project aims to develop advanced modelling tools for heat exchangers and to validate coating and bonding methods.

The successful candidate will undertake research leading to a PhD by the end of the project, focusing on model development, numerical analysis and collaboration with partners. London location, 35 hours a week.