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Safety, Internal Flow and Hazards Engineer (CFD)


Company : BAE Systems


Location : Kingsley Park, East Midlands


Created : 2026-01-10


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job DescriptionInterested in learning more about this job Scroll down and find out what skills, experience and educational qualifications are needed.Job Title: Safety, Internal Flow and Hazards Engineer (CFD)Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular roleSalary: 45,628+ dependent on skills and experienceWhat youll be doing Undertaking technical work on all aspects of CFD (computational fluid dynamics) simulations, including pre-processing (CAD modelling and meshing), applying and developing CFD models, solving analysis, post processing and authoring technical reports/presentationsSupporting with team meetings and providing technical guidance and supportReviewing technical pieces of workSupporting with capability developments and establishing both processes and methodsHaving involvement within various CFD toolset research and development activitiesYour skills and experiencesEssential:Hold a degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Aeronautical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or have equivalent experienceHave good experience of working within a highly regulated/high hazard industryBe proficient with using at least one CFD software package such as Ansys Fluent or StarCCM+Desirable:An awareness of Safety case developmentExperience in using at least one, OpenFOAM or FDS (fire dynamics simulator)Be a chartered engineer or working towards/ability to achieveHave experience of programming in a high-level language (e.g. VBA)Experience in Ansys Fluent UDFs (user defined function) and/or Java for Siemens Star CCM+Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.The Internal Flow and Hazards teamBy joining us in the team, you will be supporting a wide number of customers throughout all submarine programmes. Typically, within the whole boat design team, the CFD models are based on consequence analysis and include fire, steam release, water-based fire suppression systems, thermal analysis, flammable and toxic gas dispersionYou will have opportunities to gain and grow a professional career progression towards Consultancy or Management roles. The team supports multiple submarine programs including site and facilities and as such there is opportunities to work on different programmes and projects. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.Why BAE Systems?This is a place where youll be able to make a real difference. Youll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where youll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.Closing Date: 22nd January 2026We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. xjdpvnf Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.#LI-CB1#LI-hybrid