CFD Methodology Engineer

Scuderia AlphaTauri is looking for a brilliant and innovative CFD Methodology Engineer to join our Aerodynamics department in Bicester. In this role you will develop cutting edge CFD methodologies in full respect of the Team's high standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Areas that play to your strengths

All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:

  • CFD OPTIMISATION & IMPROVEMENT

    Optimisation of our CFD workflow with a view to meeting the efficiency and throughput targets. Contributing to the improvement of the numerical techniques employed to ensure the validity of the simulations.

  • CODE DEVELOPMENT

    Writing code and developing analysis tools to support the requirements of the CFD users.

  • INNOVATION

    Benchmarking new software. Developing new methods. Support the Team Leader in investigating and developing new technologies to improve CFD tools. Develop CFD tools and make sure they are at F1 leading edge technology.

  • COMMUNICATION & FLEXIBILITY

    Communicate effectively with other groups within the Company. Manage on daily basis the support requests from aerodynamicist regarding CFD tools. Provide flexible attendance and attitude to work both in line with the requirements of the role and any specific requirements of the projects.

  • MENTORING

    Oversee the work of Junior CFD methodology Engineers

EXPERIENCE

Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:

  • Familiar in utilizing CFD codes and Linux system.
  • Must have proven experience with OpenFoam Experience with ANSA and NX would be considered as a plus
  • Experience developing in C++, Python and bash
  • Strong ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies
  • Remarkable attitude in problem solving and attention to details
  • Self-motivated and with a flexible approach to working hours
  • Phd or Masters degree with a specialisation in fluid dynamics and/or numerical methods
  • Fluency in English
  • Travel up to 10%