CFD Mechanical Engineer II

External Job Description This is an exciting opportunity to work on a clean-sheet turbofan programme using state-of-the-art simulation tools and advanced engineering methodologies. Key Responsibilities • Perform CFD analyses to support the aerodynamic and aerothermal design of turbofan engine components and subsystems. • Optimise airflow performance across engine modules including inlet, fan, booster, compressors, combustor, high- and low-pressure turbines, and secondary air systems. • Evaluate aerodynamic losses, efficiency, operability, surge margins, pressure ratios, and cooling effectiveness. • Conduct whole-engine integrated flow analyses to support engine and aircraft integration. • Support multidisciplinary design optimisation and assess the impact of design changes on engine performance. • Develop and improve CFD methodologies, simulation workflows, and automated reporting tools. • Correlate simulation results with rig and engine test data to improve model accuracy. • Prepare technical reports, present findings during design reviews, and provide recommendations to engineering teams. • Identify technical risks and propose mitigation strategies throughout the product development lifecycle. Qualifications & Experience • Master's degree or PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Turbomachinery, Fluid Dynamics, or a related discipline. • Minimum 7 years' experience performing CFD analysis within aerospace propulsion, gas turbines, or turbomachinery. • Strong understanding of compressor and turbine aerodynamics, turbulence modelling, heat transfer, and multidisciplinary optimisation. • Experience supporting engine performance analysis and aerodynamic design. Preferred Skills • Proficiency with CFD software such as ANSYS Fluent, STAR-CCM+, OpenFOAM, or equivalent. • Experience with meshing tools including ICEM CFD and TurboGrid. • Knowledge of Python, MATLAB, and HPC computing environments for automation and post-processing. • Experience with automated simulation workflows and design optimisation. • Awareness of emerging technologies, including AI-assisted engineering and digital design methods. • Excellent analytical, communication, and technical presentation skills. • Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary engineering teams while managing multiple priorities. #powertech Show more Show less

Master's degree or PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Turbomachinery, Fluid Dynamics, or a related discipline. Minimum 7 years' experience performing CFD analysis within aerospace propulsion, gas turbines, or turbomachinery. Strong understanding of compressor and turbine aerodynamics, turbulence modelling, heat transfer, and multidisciplinary optimisation. Experience supporting engine performance analysis and aerodynamic design.

Perform CFD analyses to support the aerodynamic and aerothermal design of turbofan engine components and subsystems. Optimise airflow performance across engine modules including inlet, fan, booster, compressors, combustor, high- and low-pressure turbines, and secondary air systems. Evaluate aerodynamic losses, efficiency, operability, surge margins, pressure ratios, and cooling effectiveness. Conduct whole-engine integrated flow analyses to support engine and aircraft integration. Support multidisciplinary design optimisation and assess the impact of design changes on engine performance. Develop and improve CFD methodologies, simulation workflows, and automated reporting tools. Correlate simulation results with rig and engine test data to improve model accuracy. Prepare technical reports, present findings during design reviews, and provide recommendations to engineering teams. Identify technical risks and propose mitigation strategies throughout the product development lifecycle.