Advanced Manufacturing Process Optimizer

2 days ago


Skelmersdale, Lancashire, United Kingdom CK Group Full time
Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Technologist to join our team at CK Group, a global leader in manufacturing glass for architectural, automotive and technical sectors. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the decarbonisation of the glassmaking process.

Job Description

This permanent, full-time role will involve working with the Modelling and Simulation R&D Team to refine and decarbonise our manufacturing processes. You will use mathematical and computational fluid dynamics modelling to resolve manufacturing issues and evaluate proposed furnace design improvements.

You will provide technical support to operating/manufacturing sites, aid in updating and improving simulations tools/CFD packages, and contribute to multidisciplinary project teams and troubleshooting activities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Aid the Modelling and Simulation R&D Team in refining and decarbonising their manufacturing processes.
  • Use mathematical and computational fluid dynamics modelling to refine and resolve manufacturing issues.
  • Evaluate proposed furnace design improvements, provide technical support to operating/manufacturing sites.
  • Aid in updating and improving simulations tools/CFD packages.
  • Contribute to multidisciplinary project teams and troubleshooting activities.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will have a strong background in physics, applied maths or engineering, with experience in applying mathematical modelling to industrial processes.

You should be experienced in writing and updating computer programs, and have a solid understanding of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and experience working on fluid flow calculations.

Benefits

This role offers a competitive salary (£60,000 - £80,000 per annum), depending on experience, as well as 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, a holiday purchase scheme, flexible working, pension scheme, bonus scheme, free car parking, on-site canteen and on-site activities and events.

Location

The position will be based at our site near Skelmersdale, easily commutable by road from Liverpool, Ormskirk, Skelmersdale, Manchester and surrounding areas. A full UK driving licence and car ownership are recommended due to the company's location.



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