Advanced Applied Sciences Engineer

Bristol, England, United Kingdom

1/14/2025

Position Overview
 

We’re on the lookout for exceptionally talented individuals with a relevant engineering degree (mechanical, aerospace, materials) or similar (applied physics, data science, maths etc.) to join our Applied Sciences team. We use a mix of physics-based models and machine learning techniques to design and improve technologies for the real world.

This role is a unique opportunity to help change the face of engineering within the medical devices & pharmaceutical industry. The role involves test rig design and lab experiments for those who like a mix of computer-based modelling and hands-on experimentation.

Check out what our Applied Sciences team is all about: Crux – Applied Sciences

Principal Responsibilities
 

• Performing advanced CFD simulations using Star-CCM+.
• Executing detailed FEA studies using Abaqus, focusing on structural integrity, material behaviour, and stress analysis.
• Demonstrate complex mathematical modelling and simulation expertise across diverse projects.
• Rapid prototyping, lab testing, and design of experiments to validate and refine engineering solutions.
• Generating concepts in CAD, detailed design of components, and creating technical drawings and manufacturing specifications.
• Preparing high-quality technical reports and comprehensive design documentation.
• Confidently communicate project value to clients and stakeholders, demonstrating technical authority.
• Collaborating with the marketing and sales teams to develop presentation materials and participate in client pitches.
• Staying ahead of industry innovations, sharing new insights and techniques within the team.
   

What We’re Looking For
Essential

• Achieved a first or high 2:1 classification in a relevant accredited degree program.
• Strong understanding of engineering & design (including maths and physics).
• Experience in computational modelling such as FEA or CFD.
• Coding (particularly Python and Matlab).
• Proficient in CAD.
• Knowledge of engineering materials.
• Experimental and/or prototyping skills.
• Appetite for solving difficult and unusual problems.
• Ability to work within multiple cross-disciplinary teams and be client facing.