Specialist CFD Engineer(21853)

NES Fircroft; Kristinehamns kommun; Hybrid; SEK 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension and insurance

Free fitness facilities

Remote work up to two days/week

Young Solutioneers network

Job summary

Entr, the consultancy arm of Aker Solutions, seeks a Specialist CFD Engineer to join the Technical Safety & Analysis team in Gothenburg, Sweden. You will perform CFD simulations across hydrodynamics, aquaculture, CCUS and more, lead CFD studies, and work within a multidisciplinary team.

We value a Master’s in engineering or physics, 5+ years CFD experience, and strong English skills; Swedish/Norwegian language and AI tools are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering, physics, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ CFD experience in industrial applications.
• Experience with offshore wind, aquaculture, CCUS, oil & gas, hydrogen advantageous.
• Excellent written and spoken English; Swedish/Norwegian language skills advantageous.
• Ability to manage projects and engage with clients to create opportunities.
• Experience with StarCCM+ or similar CFD tools.
• Basic programming and familiarity with AI tools (Python, Java, VBA, Power BI) advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform CFD simulations in hydrodynamics, aquaculture, CCUS and related areas.
• Lead CFD studies and act as project manager for smaller studies.
• Work within a multidisciplinary Entr/Aker Solutions team or directly for clients.
• Identify opportunities and contribute to tenders and business development.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to CFD service development.

Skills

CFD analysis

Technical communication in English

Project management

Customer engagement

Programming basics (Python/Java/VBA)

Education

Master’s degree in engineering or physics

Tools

StarCCM+

Python

Power BI

VBA

Java

Job description

Join us in solving global energy challenges for future generations. Entr is the dedicated consultancy arm of Aker Solutions. We are at the forefront of the global energy transition and are on a mission to solve the world’s most critical energy challenges. Here at Entr, ideas drive us, insights guide us, and impact defines us. To accelerate our growth, we are seeking talented individuals who are creative problem solvers, collaborative team players, and continuous learners driven by innovation. We are looking for a Specialist CFD Engineer to join the Technical Safety & Analysis team. We are primarily looking for someone that will work at our Gothenburg office in Sweden.

You will join a multidisciplinary team of highly skilled experts in technical safety, environmental studies, risk analysis, and CFD modeling. Driven by curiosity and innovation, this team conducts advanced simulations and analyses to optimize designs and enhance safety across offshore wind, aquaculture, carbon capture, defense, and low‑carbon technologies.

What will you be doing?

• Perform Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations on one or more of the following applications:
  • Hydrodynamics: analyzing loads and movement of fully or partly submerged structures in water, slamming, marine operations, wave run‑up, etc.
  • Aquaculture: water quality, circulation and oxygen analysis, waste and particle management, net and membrane design, structural loads, etc.
  • Carbon Capture and Utilization (CCUS): flue gas system design, process system optimization and verification, stack design, dynamic simulations
  • Multiphase flow: multiphase flowmeter analysis, erosion, velocity and phase distribution analysis, etc.
  • General external flow analysis: helideck turbulence analysis, snow drift and accumulation, produced water and gas dispersion analysis, etc.
  • Conjugate heat transfer: heat removal and thermal management of process systems, electronics and mechanical systems, HVAC design optimization and verification.
  • Hydropower turbine system design and optimization
• Work as an integrated member of a larger multi‑disciplinary and multi‑cultural team in Entr / Aker Solutions, or on smaller studies performed directly for the client.
• Identify new opportunities, prepare tenders, be project manager for smaller studies, and participate in internal and external activities to promote our services and offerings.
• Contribute to innovation and development activities, and mentor younger engineers.
• Work on studies and projects across all engineering project phases, from Feasibility/Concept to Detail Engineering and Operation/Modification.
• Lead CFD analysis studies and be project manager on smaller projects.
• Contribute to shaping the future of CFD services in Entr and solving global energy challenges for future generations.

We think you should have:

• Master’s degree (or higher) within engineering, physics and similar, with subjects related to one or more of the following fields: fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, process design, or product development.
• Minimum 5 years relevant experience with CFD analysis used on industrial applications.
• Experience with technologies and processes related to offshore wind, aquaculture, CCUS, oil & gas, hydrogen and its derivatives, is an advantage.
• The ability and self‑drive to learn new skills and acquire new knowledge, to share your knowledge and experience with others.
• The ability to listen and to translate customer challenger into solutions.
• Experience with handling customers and the ability and self‑drive to identify new opportunities and engage with new potential clients (create new business).
• The ability to work structured, have strong work ethics and be a positive contribution to our office environment.
• Experience with StarCCM+ or similar CFD tools is an advantage.
• Experience with AI tools and basic programming in Python, Java, VBA, Power BI or similar is an advantage.
• Project management and customer contact experience are an advantage.
• Good communication skills both written and oral in English are required. Norwegian/Swedish language skills are an advantage.
• Swedish or Norwegian citizenship is an advantage (due to requirements from some clients).

What we offer:

• Solid pension and insurance coverage: We take care of our employees by offering competitive pension, insurance, and health plans that ensure your well‑being today and in the future.
• Well‑being: Enjoy access to free fitness facilities, sport groups and equipment rental, and a variety of cabins for rent.
• Remote work flexibility: Work from home up to two days per week, offering you the convenience and work/life balance you need.
• Vibrant Young Professional network: Connect, grow and thrive in our international community, Young Solutioneers.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Aker Solutions, we foster an environment where everyone can thrive. Diversity fuels creativity and innovation, making it a key competitive advantage. We embrace all aspects of diversity, including disabilities, religion, sexual orientation, and more. We have experience with accommodating various needs and are always open to finding solutions that suit you. We encourage everyone to apply and are here to support you throughout the recruitment process.