CFD Engineer - 6‑Month Contract

Are you a talented CFD Engineer looking to make an impact on cutting‑edge aerospace technology?

Belcan are looking for an experienced engineer to join our client on a 6‑month contract, contributing to the design and optimisation of cooling systems for next‑generation aircraft electrical power generators and motors, at their site in Pitstone, near Tring.

About the Role

As a CFD Engineer, you will play a crucial role in shaping the thermal performance of both new and existing aerospace machine products. You'll take ownership of thermo‑fluid modelling, cooling system design, thermal analysis, and component selection-supporting multiple projects across the engineering organisation.

This is your opportunity to work within a specialised simulation team, collaborating closely with engineering experts and project leaders to deliver high‑quality technical output that drives innovation forward.

What You'll Be Doing

Creating detailed thermal models and analyses to predict the performance of new electrical machine designs. Producing high‑quality engineering reports to support programme milestones. Supporting RFIs, proposals, and new business opportunities with thermal/fluids expertise. Providing technical guidance and insight to cross‑functional engineering teams. Ensuring project deliverables, design reviews, and milestones are completed on schedule. Responding to operational queries within agreed timelines. Accurate and robust thermal modelling using appropriate simulation tools. Timely delivery of design reviews and project milestones. Clear and effective communication of engineering findings. Strong collaboration across multiple engineering teams.

What You'll Bring

Essential:

A degree in an Engineering discipline. Proficiency in Ansys Thermal/Fluids tools such as Ansys Workbench, Fluent, SpaceClaim/Discovery, and MotorCAD. Solid understanding of thermo‑fluid dynamics principles, including the ability to apply 1D hand calculations.Desirable:

Experience with thermo‑fluid simulations for rotating electrical machines. Work package leadership experience and a proactive, energetic approach.

Belcan, a Cognizant company, is a global force in technical services and engineering consultancy. Our legacy is built on delivering high-quality outputs and our unwavering commitment to developing the next generation of technical consultants and specialist engineers. Our expertise is vast, spanning across various engineering industries including aerospace, defence, marine, nuclear, automotive, and cyber security.

This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan