Test and CFD Engineer

Swegon; Tonbridge and Malling; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Swegon are seeking a Test and CFD Engineer to work across our sites in Snodland and Whitstable in Kent. This is a graduate-level role for applying analytical, experimental and modelling skills within a technical manufacturing environment.

The role focuses on performance testing, validation and development of Waterloo’s air distribution products, using CFD, data analysis and reporting to support product R&D and bespoke customer solutions.

Qualifications

• Understanding of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics or applied physics.
• Experience in experimental testing, data analysis and technical reporting.
• Exposure to CFD simulation and engineering modelling & experience using CAD software.
• Ability to analyse technical data using Excel, Python or similar.
• Understanding of product testing and validation processes.
• Managing multiple technical tasks and projects.
• Familiarity with instrumentation and data acquisition systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage workload across Waterloo’s test laboratories, validation activities and engineering modelling programmes.
• Design, execute and report on product performance and validation testing using CFD, airflow analysis and acoustic testing methodologies.
• Plan and deliver structured experimental programmes, including DOE, data acquisition, statistical analysis and interpretation of results.
• Manage multiple test and development projects with documentation and traceability.
• Support development, validation and continuous improvement of Waterloo products through empirical testing and modelling.
• Ensure testing activities comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements; coordinate third-party testing where needed.
• Maintain and develop in-house laboratories and testing facilities, including calibration and upkeep.
• Support customer witness testing and technical validation on-site and at external facilities.
• Present findings and updates to management and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Fluid dynamics

Data analysis

Python

CAD software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Level 6 Qualifications in Mechanical Engineering/Fluid Mechanics/Thermodynamics or Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

CFD software

CAD software

Testing equipment

Job description

Swegon are looking for a Test and CFD Engineer to work across our sites in both Snodland; Kent and Whitstable; Kent. This is an exciting opportunity for a graduate engineer or physicist to apply analytical, experimental and modelling skills within a highly technical manufacturing environment.

This role focuses on the performance testing, validation and development of Waterloo’s extensive range of air distribution products, including Grilles, Diffusers, Louvres and Plenums. Working as part of the Engineering team, the successful candidate will support product R&D, performance optimisation and bespoke customer solutions through a combination of physical testing, computational modelling and data analysis.

The position offers exposure to the full product development lifecycle, from experimental design and laboratory testing through to interpretation of results, technical reporting and cross-functional engineering support.

Main duties and responsibilities:

(This is not an exhaustive list and is subject to change depending on the business needs)

• Coordinate and manage workload across Waterloo’s test laboratories, validation activities and engineering modelling programmes.
• Design, execute and report on product performance and validation testing for both standard and bespoke products, using a combination of CFD simulation, airflow analysis and acoustic testing methodologies.
• Plan and deliver structured experimental programmes, including Design of Experiments (DOE), data acquisition, statistical analysis and technical interpretation of results to support product development and performance optimisation.
• Manage multiple test and development projects simultaneously, ensuring accurate documentation and traceability of all simulation, testing and validation activities through technical reports, photography, video records and engineering logs.
• Support the development, validation and continuous improvement of Waterloo products through empirical testing, computational modelling and engineering analysis.
• Ensure all testing and validation activities comply with relevant industry standards, European norms, building regulations and recognised engineering best practice, including coordination of third-party testing and certification where required.
• Maintain and develop in-house laboratory and testing facilities, including equipment calibration, serviceability, compliance and continuous improvement of test capability.
• Support customer and third-party witness testing, product demonstrations and technical validation activities both on-site and at external test facilities.
• Present technical findings and project updates to local and group management teams, contributing to engineering reviews, product development discussions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with Engineering, Sales and Marketing teams to provide technical support for new product development, bespoke customer applications and performance-led sales opportunities.

Essential Experience

• Understanding of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics or applied physics
• Experience in experimental testing, data analysis and technical reporting
• Exposure to CFD simulation and engineering modelling & Experience using CAD software
• Ability to analyse technical data using Excel, Python or similar
• Understanding of product testing and validation processes
• Managing multiple technical tasks and projects
• Familiarity with instrumentation and data acquisition systems

Essential Qualifications:

A Batcheler’s Degree BSc / BEng or Level 6 Qualifications in: Mechanical Engineering, Fluid Mechanics, Thermodynamics or Aeronautical / Aerospace Engineering.

It would also be desirable to have a Postgraduate qualification (Engineering, or MBA) or a Membership to one or more of the following:

• IMechE (Institute of Mechanical Engineers
• IET (Institute of Engineering & Technology)
• CIBSE (Chartered Institute of Busing Services Engineering)

Equal Opportunities Statement

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation, in line with the Equality Act 2010. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.

We offer At Swegon, we work to create the world's best indoor climate that makes people thrive and feel good inside. We have ambitious goals in our sustainability efforts, in offering the most energy-efficient products, promoting gender equality, and becoming carbon neutral, and we have clear transparency in our work. We offer exciting challenges in a global environment with competent colleagues and a culture characterized by our values; "Customer Empathy, Trust, and Commitment," which permeate everything we do and are the basis for the decisions we make and how we interact with each other. At Swegon, we have an open and flexible organizational culture with short decision-making processes, plenty of development opportunities, and we care about you being able to balance your work with your personal life. We place great emphasis on personal qualities, welcome applicants with different backgrounds, and strive for diversity and gender equality.