Advanced Applied Sciences Engineer Applied Sciences · Bristol, UK

Crux Product Design Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A design engineering firm in Bristol is seeking an Advanced Applied Sciences Engineer to lead engineering projects involving mathematical modeling, rapid prototyping, and CAD design. The role requires a strong understanding of engineering principles and experience with computational modeling tools like FEA or CFD. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and have a passion for solving complex engineering challenges. Competitive compensation and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• First or high 2:1 classification in a relevant degree.
• Strong understanding of engineering and design concepts.
• Experience in computational modelling like FEA or CFD.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex math modelling and simulation projects.
• Rapid prototyping and conducting lab tests.
• Generate system concepts and detailed CAD designs.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Prototyping skills

Communication skills

Education

Relevant accredited degree program

Tools

CAD software

Python

Matlab

Job description

Position Overview

Crux is looking for a talented Advanced Applied Sciences Engineer to join our growing team, to provide mechanical engineering knowledge including analytical, theoretical, and experimental capabilities.

You will deliver creative engineering solutions, with the ability to solve complex mechanical problems and design ingenious mechanisms. The role involves a range of activities such as creating physical models and rapid prototypes to demonstrate the performance of your designs, providing mathematical and computational modelling knowledge to projects requiring this expertise and progress this skillset within the department.

Principal Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver work in complex math modelling and simulation expertise.
• Rapid prototyping, lab testing and design of experiments.
• Generation of concepts and layouts of systems in CAD, detailed design of components and products in CAD, production of detailed drawings and manufacturing specifications and transfer of designs to manufacture through liaison with external suppliers.
• Tolerance and sensitivity analysis.
• Design and execution of device verification programmes.
• Write technical reports and produce high quality design documentation.
• Provide expertise and support the development of Crux’s technical capabilities in these areas.
• Work alongside and have the ability to communicate the value of your work confidently and authoritatively to client teams.
• Build new trusted relationships within existing client accounts and pursue opportunities and referrals for selling into these accounts.
• Scope, define and estimate on small quotes.
• Keep up to date with the latest innovations in the industry and spread knowledge through the team.

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• Achieved a first or high 2:1 classification in a relevant accredited degree program.
• Strong understanding of engineering & design (including maths and physics).
• Experience in computational modelling such as FEA or CFD.
• Coding (particularly Python and Matlab).
• Proficient in CAD.
• Knowledge of engineering materials.
• Experimental and/or prototyping skills.
• Appetite for solving difficult and unusual problems.
• Ability to work within multiple cross-disciplinary teams and be client facing.