Materials expert

1 week ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Atomic Weapons Establishment (AWE) Full time £36,000 - £65,000
AWE has great opportunities for CAE Material Model Engineers

These are exciting opportunities for passionate CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) Material Model Engineers to lead the development of advanced, non-linear material models and to integrate them into the finite element analysis codes used by the team.

As well as developing material models, these roles will involve liaising with material characterisation teams to obtain mechanical test data and using numerical optimisation techniques to calibrate models to test.

You will also be expected to lead the design and development of a database of material models using Granta MI and to deploy it for use by modelling teams.

The Engineering Analysis Team support AWE's mission by providing a range of computational mechanics to the business, such as finite element analysis (FEA), computational fluid dynamics (CFD), thermal and blast analysis.

The team work on challenging, weapons-related projects which underpin continuous-at-sea-deterrence and contribute to the security of the nation.
We are located between Reading and Basingstoke, with onsite parking.
The Engineering Analysis Team has a diverse set of skills and, as such, we welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate some level of knowledge or experience in one or more of the following areas:
Theoretical background in structural analysis and solid mechanics
Experience with computer code development and working knowledge of C++ and/or Fortran
Familiarity with numerical algorithms and techniques applicable to the finite element method and constitutive model implementation
Experience with Python scripting and automation for model pre-/post-processing and workflow efficiency
Knowledge of the experimental techniques used for material characterisation and experience with diagnostic techniques such as digital image correlation (DIC)
Knowledge and experience of calibrating material models to experimental test data using numerical optimisation methods
Familiarity with ANSYS Granta MI and design of database schemas would be highly desirable
Time to recharge your batteries with 270 hours of annual leave (plus every other Friday off work)
Consideration for flexible working arrangements so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know on your application if you wish to work part time
Opportunities for Professional Career Development that include funding for the annual membership of a relevant professional body, access to mentors and training
Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services
A generous defined contribution Group Personal Pension (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your own contribution)
Life Assurance
Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending
Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring for your family
Relocation package available (terms and conditions apply)
Potential opportunities to travel with work for conferences and collaboration
Interviews will be 90 minutes in length and will be held over Microsoft Teams.
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