CFD engineer

CFD Engineer Location: Winchester, Hampshire (Hybrid Working Available) Salary: £60,000-£90,000 per annum + benefits. Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Our client is a global engineering consultancy specialising in combustion, emissions reduction, and thermal process optimisation. Working across power generation, biomass, and Energy-from-Waste sectors, they deliver innovative solutions that improve plant performance and support the transition to low-carbon energy. The Role We are looking for a talented CFD Engineer to join our growing engineering team in Winchester. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex, real-world energy and industrial projects, using advanced modelling techniques to improve efficiency and reduce emissions. You’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality CFD analysis, supporting the design and optimisation of combustion systems, and contributing to cutting-edge decarbonisation projects. Key Responsibilities Develop and run CFD simulations for fluid flow, heat transfer, and combustion systems Analyse and optimise burner performance, fuel/air mixing, and emissions behaviour Interpret simulation results and translate findings into practical engineering solutions Support design and development of low-emission combustion technologies Produce clear technical reports and present findings to internal teams and clients Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineers across global projects Participate in occasional site visits for data collection and commissioning support About You Essential: Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Process Engineering (MEng/MSc/PhD) Experience using CFD software (e.g. ANSYS Fluent or similar) Strong understanding of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer Ability to analyse complex problems and communicate technical findings clearly Desirable: Experience in combustion or thermal systems Background in power generation, biomass, or Energy-from-Waste Knowledge of turbulence modelling, radiation, or chemical kinetics Programming/scripting skills (e.g. Python) What We Offer Hybrid working (Winchester office + remote flexibility) Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunity to work on global, high-impact energy projects Exposure to innovative decarbonisation technologies Ongoing professional development and career progression Why Join Us? You’ll be part of a specialist team solving complex engineering challenges that make a real difference. This is a chance to apply your CFD expertise to meaningful projects in the energy transition, while developing your career in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. Apply Now If you’re passionate about CFD and want to work on impactful engineering projects, we’d love to hear from you