R&D Software Developer

Job Summary

Join our solver development team to create advanced mathematical models and software for simulating multi-physics behaviour in next-generation driveline and energy systems. You’ll work on challenging technical problems, developing new modelling approaches and implementing high-performance solvers used by automotive, EV and renewable-energy innovators worldwide.

Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence, part of Hexagon, is the global leader in measurement technologies. We help manufacturers unlock smarter, more sustainable production by connecting the physical and digital worlds through precision measurement, automation, and digital reality solutions. Our technologies enable customers to improve quality, productivity, and performance across the most vital industries—where accuracy matters and innovation drives progress.

This is a hybrid position in Nottingham, UK.

• Development of mathematical models to simulate performance of various physical domains and their interactions.
• Development of analytical and numerical solvers (including time‑stepping solvers) to solve ordinary and partial differential equations and differential algebraic equations.
• Software implementation of mathematical models and solvers.
• Extension of proof‑of‑concepts to full software implementations.
• Documentation of technical methods.

• PhD in Physics, Mathematics, or a relevant Engineering discipline with 3–5 years of experience (exceptional entry‑level PhD candidates will be considered), or a master’s with 5–7 years of experience.
• Experience in physics‑based modelling.
• Experience in multi‑body dynamics or multi‑physics simulation would be advantageous.
• Proficiency in object‑oriented programming and appreciation for a good software architecture.
• Proficiency in a programming language, preferably C++.
• Collaborative approach and good communication skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to learn and work in other programming languages such as C# and Smalltalk.

• Competitive salary and annual bonus opportunities
• Employer pension contributions
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Generous holiday entitlement plus UK bank holidays
• Employee assistance programme
• Flexible working practices where appropriate
• Opportunities for global collaboration, development, and progression across Hexagon

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Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology

Automation Machinery Manufacturing