Hydrodynamic Lead Specialist

Lloyd'S Register; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 850 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international technical service provider is seeking a Naval Architect to lead the development of CFD seakeeping software. The role requires expertise in marine hydrodynamics and CFD solvers, with a focus on training and mentoring colleagues. The ideal candidate should have a relevant degree and significant experience in marine applications. Competitive salary and professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Access to training courses

Opportunity for professional development

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of CFD solvers for marine applications.
• Working knowledge of marine hydrodynamics including hull loads and vibrations.
• Experience with engineering software development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of CFD seakeeping software.
• Use CFD software for calculations and developments.
• Mentor colleagues and contribute to knowledge sharing.

Skills

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)

Marine hydrodynamics

Software languages for engineering (Python, C++, C#, Fortran)

Large volume CFD applications

Written and oral communication skills

Education

Degree in Naval Architecture, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline

Chartered Engineer (CEng) or equivalent

Tools

OpenFOAM

Star CCM+

Waveload-FD

HydroE-FD

Job description

What we’re looking for

A Naval Architect with excellent Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) skills to lead the development of our seakeeping software and calculation methodologies. The successful candidate will become part of a talented group of technical development experts based around the globe. You will also have access to training courses to pursue professional development.

What we offer you

The opportunity to work for an organization that has a strong sense of purpose, is values driven and helps colleagues to develop professionally and personally through our range of people development programmes.

The role

• Lead the development of LR's CFD seakeeping software.
• Use CFD software for slamming, green water and sloshing calculations and software developments.
• Develop and improve class rules and procedures using state‑of‑the‑art seakeeping software.
• Monitor industry trends, research, and innovation to inform framework evolution.
• Publish research papers and represent LR at conferences.
• Mentor colleagues and contribute to LR’s knowledge‑sharing culture.

You are someone who :

• Degree‑qualified in Naval Architecture, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline.
• CEng or equivalent.
• In‑depth knowledge of CFD solvers (first choice = OpenFOAM, second choice = Star CCM+) for marine applications.
• Track record on large volume CFD application such as whole hull and techniques like moving meshes and adaptive meshing.
• Working knowledge of marine hydrodynamics including hull loads, vibrations and statistics.
• Written and oral communication skills.
• Some understanding of ocean waves and modelling with CFD (incl. higher order spectral modelling).
• Familiarity with frequency and time domain seakeeping analysis theory and software.
• Familiarity with related naval architecture issues – green seas overtopping, slamming, anti‑roll devices, wind assist devices.
• Familiarity with software languages for engineering (Python, C++, C#, Fortran).
• Experience with engineering software development.
• Familiarity with LR Rules for loads and LR engineering software (Waveload‑FD, HydroE‑FD).
• FEA knowledge for hydro‑elasticity theory and fluid‑structure interaction.

About us

We are a leading international technical professional service provider and a leader in classification, compliance, and consultancy services to the marine and offshore industry, a trusted advisor to our customers helping to design, construct and operate their assets to the highest levels of safety and performance. We are shaping the industry’s future through the development of novel and innovative technology for the next generation of assets, while continuing to deliver solutions for our customers every day.