Job Description:
Job Description: Computational Fluid Dynamics Analyst – Shipbuilding & Ship Machinery Job Industry, Melbourne
The Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Analyst based in Melbourne plays a critical role in the design and optimization of marine vessels through advanced fluid flow simulations. This position focuses on applying CFD techniques to analyze hydrodynamic performance, including resistance, propulsion efficiency, and seakeeping characteristics. The analyst collaborates closely with naval architects, hydrodynamicists, and design engineers to provide detailed insights that influence hull forms, appendages, and propulsion systems.
Core duties involve setting up, running, and interpreting complex CFD simulations using specialized software such as ANSYS Fluent, STAR-CCM+, or OpenFOAM. The analyst evaluates water flow patterns, pressure distributions, and turbulence effects on ship structures and propulsion units. They also conduct parametric studies to optimize design parameters for improved fuel efficiency and reduced environmental impact.
Additionally, the CFD Analyst supports model testing and full-scale trials by correlating computational results with physical experiments to validate simulation accuracy. The role demands strong technical reporting skills to communicate findings and recommendations effectively to multidisciplinary teams and clients.
Located within Melbourne’s shipbuilding industry, this role is vital for pushing the boundaries of innovative vessel design and ensuring that ships meet performance targets while adhering to environmental regulations. The CFD Analyst contributes significantly to the development of efficient, sustainable, and safe maritime vessels through state-of-the-art computational methods.
Job Requirement:
Job Requirements: Computational Fluid Dynamics Analyst – Shipbuilding & Ship Machinery Job Industry, Melbourne
Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree or higher in naval architecture, marine engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related discipline, with a minimum of five years’ experience in CFD analysis within the maritime or offshore sectors.
Proficiency in CFD software packages such as ANSYS Fluent, STAR-CCM+, OpenFOAM, or similar platforms is essential. Candidates should demonstrate a strong understanding of fluid mechanics, turbulence modeling, and numerical methods relevant to marine applications.
Experience in simulating complex marine environments, including free-surface flows, wave interactions, and propeller-hull interactions, is highly desirable. Knowledge of model testing techniques and the ability to correlate CFD results with experimental data enhances the analyst’s effectiveness.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are required to ensure simulation accuracy and reliability. Effective communication and technical writing skills are necessary to prepare comprehensive reports and present findings to diverse audiences.
Candidates should be adept at working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, managing multiple projects simultaneously, and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of evolving CFD technologies and best practices. A commitment to advancing sustainable ship design through innovative fluid dynamics analysis is highly valued.
