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CFD Engineer

PhysicsX
Location
London, United Kingdom
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Delivery
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Foundation in fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and multiphase modelling
  • Working knowledge of at least one of Star-CCM+, OpenFOAM, or Fluent
  • Comfortable using automation features for scalable workflows
  • Ability to apply core engineering principles to real-world problems
  • Willingness to learn and adapt to new tools and languages quickly
Nice to have
  • Exposure to parametric CAD modelling (NX or CATIA)
  • Coding experience in Python or Java
What the job really is

As a CFD Engineer at PhysicsX, you'll work on building and optimizing computational fluid dynamics (CFD) models to support AI-driven simulation software for various engineering challenges. Your role involves collaborating with senior engineers and customers to develop high-fidelity simulations, automate workflows, and contribute to the integration of CAE models into AI tools. You'll also engage in customer-facing activities, present results, and help generate datasets for machine learning applications, all while working in a collaborative team environment.

Benefits
  • Equity options
  • 10% employer pension contribution
  • Free office lunches
  • Enhanced parental leave (3 months full pay paternity and 6 months full pay maternity leave)
  • YellowNest nursery scheme
  • 25 days of Annual Leave (+ Public Holidays)
Things to weigh
  • Role involves customer-facing work which may require travel
  • Expectations of increasing independence over time
  • Opportunity to influence the team's direction at an early stage
Job score3.4/5
Benefits5/5
Freshness4/5
Career value4/5
Role clarity4/5
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