Senior Technologist - Mathematical ModellingCK Group are recruiting for a Senior Mathematical Modelling Technologist, to join a global materials manufacturing company based near Skelmersdale, on a full time, permanent basis.
Salary: Variable depending on experience The Company: Our client is a global leader in manufacturing glass for architectural, automotive and technical sectors.
They are also involved with the decarbonisation of the glassmaking process.
Having recently completed a novel hydrogen firing trial, they are incorporating more green electricity into the process, including implementing innovative carbon capture technologies.
They now have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Technologist to join them.
The company offers a competitive salary depending on experience, as well as 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, 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 the company's site near Skelmersdale, easily commutable by road from Liverpool, Ormskirk, Skelmersdale, Manchester and surrounding areas.
Please note a full UK driving licence and car ownership is recommended due to the company's location.
Your main duties will involve: Aid the Modelling and Simulation R&D Team in their efforts to refine and decarbonise their manufacturing processes.Use mathermatical 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.Contribution to multidisciplinary project teams and troubleshooting activities.Your Background: The ideal candidate for this role will have the following skills and experience: Physics, Applied Maths or Engineering degree qualified (essential).Strong knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics and experience working on fluid flow calculations.Experienced in applying mathematical modelling to industrial processes.Experienced in writing and updating computer programs.