Computational Fluid Dynamics Specialist

Lloyds Register; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000

Job description

Job ID:
40199

What we’re looking for

A Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Specialist to join our dynamic Computer Aided Engineering team and play a key role in executing and delivering CFD studies focused on ship hydrodynamics & gas dispersion. Your primary responsibility will involve tackling complex challenges requiring innovative problem-solving and critical thinking skills. You will also collaborate with other teams specializing in Naval Architecture, Risk Assessment, Regulatory Compliance, and Failure Investigations, contributing to a multidisciplinary approach to ship performance. The successful candidate will become part of the talented group based in our Global Technology Centre (GTC) in Southampton (UK). You will also have access to many knowledgeable colleagues and training courses to pursue professional development.

The role:

1. Working as part of the Advisory team based at the GTC in Southampton, United Kingdom
2. Undertake project work as defined by team leaders mainly using numerical modelling as well as data analysis to draw conclusions in areas such as ship performance and failure investigations
3. Occasionally attend model test facilities or on-site measurements
4. Produce deliverables to the defined scope of work including high quality technical reports according to established procedures, on time and within budget
5. Discuss and present the project progress and deliverables with the internal / external clients and suggest solutions where appropriate
6. Assume responsibility for project management and administration from inception through to closure according to established procedures with emphasis on quality, timing and cost
7. Be willing to occasionally attend domestic or international client and project meetings
8. Support Naval Architecture, Risk, and Technical & Failure Investigation teams on an ‘as required’ basis receiving training where necessary
9. Produce scopes of work and proposals to meet client expectations. Ensure consistency of proposals to clients according to established procedures
10. Achieve targets for chargeable time in line with team management expectations
11. Be pro-active in sharing knowledge with the team and advising colleagues based on reviews and own experience
12. Maintain and develop business network within key contacts (internal to LR, clients, universities, institutions, suppliers, competitors, etc.)
13. Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, accreditation schemes, legislation, and industry standards
14. Pursue Continuous Professional Development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness

What you bring:

1. You will need the right to work in the UK to perform in this role.
2. A degree or equivalent from a tertiary organization recognized by LR within the field of marine / aerospace / mechanical engineering or physical science. Post graduate degree in engineering (MSc, MEng, or PhD) is not required but would be an asset.
3. Proven ability to track record in delivering Fluid Structure Interaction studies
4. Proven ability in applying CFD software tools to deliver technical solutions to clients
5. Proven ability in the technical domains of hydrodynamics, naval architecture, and fluid structure interaction
6. Proven ability in the Project Management process, gained through experience, involving complex projects and stakeholder relationships
7. Experience in delivering parametric optimisation using machine learning techniques
8. Experience with programming languages (e.g. Python, Java, or C) is desirable
9. Experience supporting a similar scope in the UK or Asia is considered an advantage.
10. Experience of the shipping industry is highly desirable
11. Working knowledge of Linux and CAD packages (e.g. Rhino 3D)
12. Ability theoretical, analytical, and numerical skills for modelling, data interpretation, and problem classification, in order to solve complex challenges
13. Proficiency in the English language commensurate with the work
14. Strong consultancy and engineering-oriented mindset
15. Flexible and adaptable to new challenges
16. Ability to work on your own or as part of a team on larger projects
17. Membership of an appropriate professional institution

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.

Be a part of

Lloyd’s Register is wholly owned by the Lloyd’s Register Foundation, a politically and financially independent global charity that aims to engineer a safer world through promoting safety and education. For a thriving ocean economy, Lloyd’s Register colleagues and Lloyd’s Register Foundation work together to fund research, foster industry collaboration and develop action-oriented solutions to make the world a safer place.

Want .

Here at Lloyd’s Register, we care, we share and we do the right thing in every situation. It’s ingrained in our culture and everything we do. We are committed, and continually strive, to lead with our values that empower and enable an inclusive environment conducive to your growth, development and engagement. It doesn’t matter who you are, what you have experienced, how you identify, how old you are, where you are from, what your beliefs are or how your brain or body works – the diversity of our colleagues is fundamental to our futures and the changes we can make together. Our inclusive culture allows us to connect together authentically and to be courageous and bold. We don’t just talk about our differences, we celebrate them!

We are committed to making all stages of our recruitment process accessible to all candidates. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application and we will do everything we possibly can to support you.

If you don't tick every box in these ads, please don't rule yourself out. We focus on hiring people who share our goal of working together for a safer, sustainable, thriving ocean economy.

We care, we share, we do the right thing.

If you have further questions about this role, please Apply at
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and we will respond to you as soon as possible.

Diversity and Inclusion at Lloyd's Register:

Together we are one Lloyd’s Register, committed to developing an inclusive and safe workplace that embraces and celebrates diversity. We strive to ensure that all applicants to LR experience equality of opportunity and fair treatment, because we believe it is the right thing to do. We hope you do too.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we have committed to:

1. ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible.
2. communicating and promoting vacancies offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job.
3. anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
4. supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long-term health condition, enabling them to stay in work.
5. at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people.

Find out more about Disability Confident at:

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