Senior Simulation Engineer - Automotive, Hydraulic, ANSYS, AMESIM

Senior Simulation Engineer - Automotive, Hydraulic, ANSYS, AMESIM

Location: Gillingham, UK

About the Company:
A global leader in developing cutting-edge technologies, particularly in fuel systems, electrical systems, and aftermarket parts for internal combustion engines and industrial applications. The company is focused on creating clean, efficient, and high-value products to promote sustainability and aims to achieve carbon-free combustion. Their century-long Legacy of innovation and technological advancement underpins their commitment to building a brighter, more sustainable future.

Job Purpose:
Working within the Simulation Department on design assessment and optimisation of fuel injection systems using simulation techniques and physical test data.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct appropriate simulations (with a particular focus on tribology and structural analysis) to support design, development, validation, and manufacturing activities of diesel fuel injection system components.
• Work closely with product team members (Design and Development Engineers), following the project and proposing design and testing recommendations based on simulation results.
• Liaise with other functional groups (Materials, Validation) and customer teams to obtain and share information to improve the accuracy and value of simulation activities.
• Report to the Simulation Manager, documenting methods, assumptions, results, and conclusions.
• Prepare and present summaries of work to a diverse audience in-person and in conference calls.
• Support the development and implementation of new analysis techniques to improve simulation capabilities and product performance.
• Plan work activities effectively, support project planning, and complete work packages on time.
• Assist in arranging meetings and compiling agendas and minutes.

What We're Looking For:

Skills
Mandatory:

• Application of simulation methodology and fundamental physical principles to the design of hydraulic components.
• Thorough knowledge of commercial simulation software like Ansys, AMESIM, and GT Suite.

Desirable:

• Good understanding of tribology, ideally having worked on elasto-hydrodynamic analysis.
• Able to perform simulation with fluid-structural interaction.

Attributes:

• Proven understanding of the principles of physics and mechanical engineering.
• Familiarity with fluid dynamics and metal fatigue principles.
• The ability to study a problem and identify the most appropriate analysis techniques (hand calculations, 1D/2D/3D, testing actual components).
• Understanding of the nature of models and the consequences of the assumptions used.
• Ability to work as part of a team whilst showing self-motivation and initiative.
• Some experience of following analysis procedures.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate via reports, emails, and presentations.
• Be able to work, present, and communicate within all areas of the organisation, from shop floor to management.
• Knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Good written and spoken fluency in English.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to prioritise and organise own workload.
• Ability to support problem-solving with structured methodologies.
• Willingness to travel for training, work with customers, and resolve problems with suppliers.

Experience & Qualifications:

Mandatory:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a suitable engineering or business discipline.
• At least 5 years' experience using the above-mentioned simulation tools in an industrial setting.

Desirable:

• At least 5 years' experience in analysis of high-pressure fuel injection systems and a detailed understanding of associated hydraulic components and advanced simulation methods applied to these.
• Understanding of drivetrain tribology.
• Experience with coding in Python.
• Experience with CAD/Solid Modelling, preferably with SolidWorks or NX.
• Understanding of detail drawing and geometric tolerancing.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes such as grinding, heat treatment, and injection moulding.

Benefits:

• 27 days of holiday + bank holidays.
• Long service holiday (if applicable).
• Working hours: 37 hours per week.
• Pension Scheme.
• Dental plan.
• Onsite parking.
• Staff discounts with selected retailers + wellbeing platforms.
• Discounted gym membership at Roko.
• On-site gym (£10 per month).
• Subsidised canteen.
• Friendly working environment.
• Relocation package of up to £6,000 (subject to criteria).