Senior Fluids and Thermals Engineer

Dyson Institute; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Dyson Institute in Singapore seeks a lead for CFD, fluid dynamics and thermodynamics within Technology Systems, delivering high‑fidelity simulations for product development. You will mentor a team, define CFD models, validate with test methods, and ensure on‑time delivery of design iterations across projects.

Strong communication and collaboration are essential in this fast-paced environment. Access to a state‑of‑the‑art lab with advanced simulations and data acquisition tools will support your

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering; Master’s preferred.
• 5 years of mechanical product analysis & development experience.
• Deep knowledge of fluid dynamics and thermodynamics.
• Proficient in CFD methods and tools (Fluent/OpenFOAM).

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver high quality CFD models to guide design iterations.
• Mentor the team on CFD approaches delivering accurate simulation models.
• Verify fluids performance with established test methodologies.
• Take charge of the fluid and thermodynamics disciplines for your project from start to finish.
• Deliver high-quality output within timelines and align with project milestones.
• Develop robust engineering solutions within defined constraints.

Skills

Fluid dynamics

Thermodynamics

CFD

OpenFOAM

Fluent

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace/Automotive/Mechanical engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Fluent

OpenFOAM

ANSA

Job description

About Us

About Us The Technology Development Department encompasses 3 key groups – Technology Systems, Product Performance & Acoustics and Simulation. This role sits within the Technology Systems group mainly working on fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and sensing technologies. Our Technology Systems Team is more than just a group of engineers - we are trailblazers in delivering cutting‑edge technical systems (fluids, thermals, sensing technologies, etc) for Hair care and other new category products. Based in Singapore and the Philippines, our team is at the forefront of innovation, constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible in product development. Our engineers take full ownership of delivering projects from early stages of development until start of production. With varying levels of product maturity, providing them with unparalleled exposure to the product life cycle. With access to a state‑of‑the‑art lab, simulations, and analytical tools, they are able to harness their creativity and technical expertise to bring world‑class products to market. This position is recognized as a solid independent contributor possessing an in‑depth knowledge of fluid dynamics & thermodynamics and looked upon by junior engineers to provide directions. This individual is expected to lead discipline team to resolve technical challenges within the project, while demonstrating effective communication skills. It is necessary for someone in this role to be able to do the work and effectively teach what they know to other employees.

About the Role

Organizational:

• Actively contribute to the achievement of departmental goals and contribute to the long-term technology roadmap.
• Lead team initiatives to improve existing processes and new ways of working aligned with project delivery processes and organisational objectives.
• Assume a leadership role in providing valuable insights and inputs for annual goal-setting processes, utilizing your expertise to ensure the organization's success across diverse projects.

Design & Development:

• Define and deliver high quality computational fluid dynamics models to guide the development team for streamlined design iterations.
• Mentor the team on effective and efficient computational fluid dynamics approaches delivering consistent and accurate simulation models.
• Verify fluids performance with established test methodologies, and development of new test methods to confirm product function and thermal protection.
• Take charge of the fluid and thermodynamics disciplines for your assigned project, ensuring its successful execution from start to finish.
• Consistently deliver high-quality output within specified timelines, aligning with Project Creation Framework and maintaining a strong focus on meeting project milestones.
• Take ownership and accountability for relevant requirements, either by overseeing their development or providing final sign-off, ensuring that they align with project goals and objectives.
• Develop sound and robust solutions to problems of varying complexities with good engineering foundations, data judgement, system analysis, defined scopes, and constraints.
• Regularly update the project delivery team of key progress updates, risks, and work collaboratively to define and implement engineering solutions.

Career development:

• Foster personal career growth by actively collaborating with the line manager to create a comprehensive plan encompassing both immediate and long‑term objectives.
• Demonstrate proactive communication skills by regularly updating the line manager on progress through dedicated one‑on‑one reporting sessions.

Continuous Improvement:

• Expected to proactively identify areas of improvement and to propose and implement improvements in projects and processes.
• Be able to navigate circumstances filled with uncertainties and challenges, requiring the ability to adapt and find innovative solutions.

About You Experience Required

• A Bachelors degree in Aerospace/Automotive/Mechanical engineering or equivalent, preferred applicants have a Master degree.
• 5 years of experience in mechanical product analysis & development, preferably in the consumer electrical appliance industry.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced and dynamic work environment with a continuous learning mindset, where adaptability and collaboration are essential.
• In‑depth knowledge in the field of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics.
• Knowledge and working experience on flow measurement techniques like PIV, shadowgraphy, pressure transducers, etc is a must.
• In‑depth knowledge on the principles and application of computational fluid dynamics.
• Advanced user in Fluent/OpenFOAM, ANSA meshing or relevant CFD and meshing softwares.
• Experience in hardware and software for measurement and data acquisition (e.g. Flow meters, National Instruments, FLIR, etc).

Dyson is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds don’t think alike, and it takes all kinds of minds to make our technology so unique. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other any other dimension of diversity. At Dyson we are focused on solving the problems that others have ignored; solving them first using our technology and ingenuity. In order to achieve this we need to pioneer technologies that are different and authentic. This is the core of what we do and who we are. We must strive to create the future, every single day by developing new things, different things, things that go against the grain with a diverse and global team of ingenious minds. Dyson employs 14,000 people and is present in more than 80 countries. And while we are growing fast we want Dyson to remain a start-up in spirit with the freedom of experimentation and learning, constantly reinventing our products as well as reinventing how we work, how we sell and how we support our owners. At the same time we are working through the James Dyson Foundation, James Dyson Award and Dyson Institute to inspire future engineers and pioneering a new approach to engineering education. Underlining everything we do in this diverse environment is the need to always show respect, supporting each other as one team to overcome whatever challenges we encounter. We drive empowerment, development and equality in an inclusive environment for our people around the world. The future doesn’t just happen, we look to make it happen, to achieve leaps through pioneering new ideas.