Fluids Engineer & Flowmaster

ALTEN Group; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering consultancy is seeking a Flowmaster Fluid Engineer to join its Derby team in the Nuclear sector. The role involves analyzing and designing complex fluid and thermal systems using Flowmaster. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Flowmaster software, a strong foundation in thermodynamics, and the ability to work collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams. This position offers opportunities for career development and participation in exciting engineering projects.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle & Tech Scheme

Employee assistance programme

Life insurance & Pension Scheme

Flexible way of working

Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Flowmaster software is mandatory.
• Strong foundation in thermodynamics and fluid dynamics is required.
• Proven track record of delivering thermal and flow analysis in engineering.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced thermal analysis and flow simulations using Flowmaster.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary engineering teams.
• Ensure all work meets technical and regulatory standards.

Skills

Hands-on experience with Flowmaster software

Strong foundation in thermodynamics and fluid dynamics

Proven track record of delivering thermal and flow analysis

Excellent problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Overview

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation. Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today. Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

Job Description

As a Flowmaster Fluid Engineer, you will join the Derby team to support our activities within the Nuclear sector. You will support the analysis and design of complex fluid and thermal systems, using Flowmaster to perform detailed system modelling and performance assessments. You will play a key role in supporting system design development, working closely with mechanical, systems, safety, and integration engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform advanced thermal analysis and flow simulations using Flowmaster.
• Carry out pressure drop, heat transfer, and system performance calculations.
• Develop and validate models to support complex system designs.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary engineering teams (mechanical, systems, safety, and integration).
• Ensure all work is delivered to the highest technical and regulatory standards.
• Contribute to design reviews, technical reports, and project milestones.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Mandatory: Hands-on experience with Flowmaster software.
• Strong foundation in thermodynamics and fluid dynamics.
• Proven track record of delivering thermal and flow analysis within a technical engineering environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to apply engineering principles to safety-critical projects.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work across multi-disciplinary teams.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline or equivalent military experience.

Desirable Skills:

• Background in nuclear, aerospace, or similarly regulated industries preferred.
• Familiarity with relevant codes, standards, and design assurance processes.

Additional Information

Why join us?

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies. At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals. Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

What you get

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.