Graduate Mechanical Simulation Engineer

Overview

The purpose of this role is to become a multi-skilled Mechanical Simulation Engineer, conduct simulations on components, assemblies and/or systems, and have entry level experience in Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Multi-Body Dynamics (MBD), and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD). You will develop theoretical and practical knowledge of mechanical systems and their functionality, deliver static and dynamic analyses of components, assemblies and systems (thermal/mechanical/fatigue analyses), and undertake simulation work for the most complex and challenging problems within the F1 product engineering group.

The role helps ensure that designs released by the product engineering group are right first time while meeting performance, reliability, time, mass and cost targets.

Be skilled at…

• Hand calculations and complex simulations
• First principles engineering
• Experience of FEA, MBD and CFD, with the target that a candidate has entry knowledge/experience or curiosity in one, very good knowledge/experience in another, and some knowledge/experience in the third.
• If you have knowledge in one field we may offer training to become skilled in one or both of the other fields.

Have experience of…

• Working with internal combustion engines / rotating machinery and their sub-systems, including mechanical and thermal loading.
• Operating in a demanding environment, using analytical tools to complement and enhance the design of complex, highly loaded components/systems.
• Simulating and analysing components and assemblies using finite element analysis, with knowledge of thermal, mechanical and fatigue loadings. Desirable:
  Abaqus and Abaqus/CAE; meshing with Hypermesh or Sim Lab; fatigue analysis with FE-Safe.
• Simulating multi-body dynamics problems of mechanical systems, preferably with engines, powertrains and electric motors; desirable: MBD analysis with Dymola and/or AVL Excite.
• Simulating fluid flow problems using computational fluid dynamics; knowledge of cooling, lubrication and fuel system components desirable;
  Star CCM+ preferable.

Demonstrate knowledge of…

• For FEA: understanding mechanical systems, geometry preparation for FEA, meshing techniques, material properties, loads, constraints and boundary conditions, complex contact interactions, diagnosing and fixing solving issues, static/dynamic/thermal/linear perturbation/visco and fatigue analyses, fatigue with duty-cycles and load histories, interpreting results and recommending improvements.
• For MBD: vibration theory, natural frequencies, mode shapes, excitation forces, forced response, resonance, Fourier analysis, and influences of mass, stiffness, lash/clearances and damping.
• For CFD: realistic fluid systems, fluid dynamics theory, turbulence models, boundary layer models, fluid properties, mesh generation and optimisation, single-phase and two-phase flow, conjugate heat transfer and dynamic effects of velocity and pressure.
• Reasonable understanding of materials and their properties.

Hold these qualifications…

• Degree qualified (2:1 minimum) in Mechanical Engineering / Automotive / Aerospace or similar
• A-Levels in Maths & Physics with very high grades

Be…

• Tenacious
• Committed
• Passionate
• Rigorous
• Curious
• Creative
• Focused

Success in this role will be if you… (deliverables)

• Use analysis to reduce lead times for fully engineered solutions and increase quality, contributing to enhanced performance and reliability.
• Deliver world-class simulation-driven solutions supported by first principles engineering to meet demanding project targets.
• Create and develop simulation processes that balance speed and accuracy, including multiple models ranging from simple to complex to suit the timeframe or design stage.
• Ensure simulations correlate well with empirical data and measured power unit data.
• Technically develop and improve processes; champion best practice and provide support and training to peers.
• Communicate technical solutions to stakeholders, including writing technical reports.

What can we offer you?

Our benefits package includes:

• A salary of £33,000pa
• Collective bonus
• Company lease car scheme
• 36 days annual leave
• Access to a generous pension scheme
• Onsite Gym
• A variety of other benefits and…