CFD & Aerodynamics Engineer

AlfaWall Oceanbird AB is a 50/50 joint venture, owned by Alfa Laval and Wallenius but operated as an independent company.  Our strong parent companies provide valuable insights in shipping and industrial production and enables us to have a long-term perspective. By harnessing wind – a constant and free energy source – we contribute to a more sustainable shipping industry. The wind helped us discover our planet – now it can help us preserve it!

Join the company now when things are getting exciting. We are testing the first full-scale land and ship-based prototypes during 2025 and in parallel are already starting design work on the next generation of wing sail.

The aerodynamic performance of our wing sail is the key to everything. We need to maximize lift (or at times drag) to generate thrust to save fuel – and at Oceanbird we strive for best-in-class performance and fuel savings. To achieve this, we need both a strong theoretical/simulation-based design, but also ensure that the predicted savings can be achieved in practice.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Perform CFD calculations (both 2D and 3D) of Oceanbird’s wing sails
• Contribute to the development of new generations of wing sails, giving both practical and simulation-driven aerodynamic input.
• Define wind loads acting on the wing sail, both for performance prediction/evaluation and structural design.
• Give aerodynamic input into trimming algorithms for the wing sail.

To succeed in this role, you should have/be:
⇒ At least a master’s degree in aerospace, mechanical or maritime engineering, or equivalent.
⇒ A sound understanding of fluid dynamics and underlying physical phenomena.
⇒ A strong background in CFD (preferably OpenFOAM, Star CCM+ or Ansys Fluent).
⇒ An eye for the bigger picture (i.e. simulation is good, but not necessarily reality).
⇒ Self-going and self-motivated.
⇒ A strong team player. You thrive working together with other people and competences in reaching a common goal and contribute to sustainable shipping.

In addition, it is beneficial to have experience in one or several of the following:
⇒ Hands-on experience from product development
⇒ Wind tunnel testing and analysis of measurement results
⇒ Measuring “real-life” wind loads and calibration to simulation results.
⇒ Working cross-functionally together with control-system, mechanical and structural engineers ensuring complete system performance.
⇒ Working experience within the marine industry and DNV requirements.

Being a passionate sailor who always trims their sails for maximum performance is a plus.

A chance to be a part of something bigger and make a real change, and at the same time having a workplace that is characterized by a positive atmosphere. Tis position is located at the head office, currently in Tumba but is set to relocate during Spring 2025 to a newbuilt office with a high-tech lab and education center in Flemingsberg, southern part of Stockholm.

Our core values are:
Pioneering Spirit – We dare to challenge the conventional and break new ground. As pioneers, we empower a revolution.
Natural forces – The power in the wind, in people, in ideas – the natural forces surrounding us all are waiting to be harvested.
Fun & Passion – It´s harder to fly alone – only together can we make a difference. Cooperation and shared passions build our strong team spirit.
Dedication – Dedicated to high-quality and robustness, to offer the right help on sustainability journeys, to be the best. Dedicated to making change.

For more information, please contact:
Magnus MackAldener, Head of R&D Oceanbird, magnus.mackaldener@alfalaval.com
Andreas Fieber, Competence Lead, andreas.fieber@alfalaval.com
Regina García Moguel, Talent Acquisition Partner, regina.garciamoguel@alfalaval.com

Union information
Francisco Garcia, Akademikerföreningen,  +46 733 995 684
Anders Jansson, Unionen, +46730780482

We review applications on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to submit yours by 31 December 2024, at the latest. Please be aware that the application process may close earlier if we identify suitable candidates, so don’t delay in applying.
Please note that, in compliance with GDPR, we cannot accept applications submitted via email.

We care about diversity, inclusion, and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioral traits can provide important insights into a candidate’s fit to a role. To help us achieve this we apply Pymetrics assessments, and upon application you will be invited to play the assessment games.

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