Research and Development Engineer - KTP Associate (Advanced rotary engine)

College of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences / AIE LTD

Location: AIE Ltd, Lichfield. Staffordshire

Salary: £40,000 plus generous training budget

Hours: Full-time

Contract Type: Fixed-term 28 months

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Mechanical Engineer to fast-track their career development as a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) Associate. You will undertake a 28-month collaborative project between AIE Ltd and Brunel University London. The post will be based predominantly at the company’s premises in Lichfield where you will deliver the project and transfer knowledge between the university and company. For more information about the KTP scheme and how it will fast-track your career visit Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (ktp-uk.org)

The project will be focused on development and delivery of a new range of rotary engines operating on biofuels. The role will be to develop 1D and 3-D CFD analytical models with the support of academics from Brunel University London before moving into the design and development of the engine hardware, followed by physical testing to correlate the models.

The Company

Advanced Innovative Engineering (AIE) is a leading developer of cutting-edge Wankel rotary engines. AIE's engines have an exceptional power-to-weight ratio, thanks to the patented advanced rotor cooling technology SPARCS (Self-Pressurising Air Rotor Cooling System). AIE specialises in developing engines for various applications, from uncrewed aerial systems to high-performance vehicles. AIE’s engines are known for their market-leading efficiency, reliability, and low maintenance cost.

The University

Brunel University London was established in 1966 and is a leading multidisciplinary research-intensive technology university delivering economic, social and cultural benefits. 

For more information please visit: https://www.brunel.ac.uk/about/our-history/home

The KTP is led from the Centre for Advanced Powertrain and Fuels within the College of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences which is a leading and distinctive STEM education and knowledge provider, and a leading multidisciplinary research-intensive college for excellence in research and innovation in engineering, design, computer science and mathematics. You will be supervised by Prof. Hua Zhao (FREng) and Dr Xinyan Wang.

The candidate

You will be a graduate in mechanical engineering, ideally in internal combustion engines with a masters or good (1st or 2:1) first degree. Ideally you will have background knowledge and experience in

• Operating internal combustion engines
• Fuel injection testing and imaging via high speed camera;
• Engine instrumentation and testing on engine dyno testbed;
• Engine data acquisition system and data analysis;
• 1D engine modelling and analysis;
• 3D CFD engine modelling and analysis of fuel injection and combustion process;
• 3D CAD modelling experience

You will have the ability to plan and organise your own workload, and be able to work to a deadline. With support and training you will take ownership of the project including management of finances, resources and timing.

Closing date for applications:  17 July 2024

For further details about the post including the Job Description and Person Specification and to apply please visit https://careers.brunel.ac.uk

If you have any technical issues please contact us at: hrsystems@brunel.ac.uk

Brunel University London is fully committed to creating and sustaining a fully inclusive workforce culture. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities, we particularly welcome applicants who are currently under- represented in our workforce.

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