Research Fellow (Mechanical Engineering / Aerospace Engineering)

NANYANG TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

Singapore
Not specified
Phd in mechanical or aerospace engineering
Wind tunnel testing and flow diagnostics expertise
Cfd using commercial solvers
Nanyang Technological University (NTU) is seeking a Research Fellow for its Singapore Centre for 3D Printing to contribute to an 18-month project focused on optimizing drag-reduction devices for maritime vessels. The role requires expertise in experimental fluid mechanics, wind tunnel testing, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to design prototypes and analyze data in collaboration with academic and industry partners

Job Summary

  • The Singapore Centre for 3D Printing is seeking a Research Fellow to lead an 18-month industry project on optimizing drag-reduction devices for maritime vessels.
  • The successful candidate will design and execute wind tunnel experiments, develop CAD models, and conduct CFD studies to refine energy-saving device geometries.
  • This role requires close collaboration with academic and industry partners to produce practical design guidelines and contribute to technical reporting and intellectual property generation.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Nanyang Technological University (NTU) is seeking a Research Fellow for its Singapore Centre for 3D Printing to contribute to an 18-month project focused on optimizing drag-reduction devices for maritime vessels. The role requires expertise in experimental fluid mechanics, wind tunnel testing, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to design prototypes and analyze data in collaboration with academic and industry partners.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
  • Wind tunnel testing and flow diagnostics expertise
  • CFD using commercial solvers
  • Python/MATLAB data analysis and automation
  • CAD modelling for experimental fixtures

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with PIV and high-speed imaging
  • Background in wall-bounded flows and boundary layers
  • Mentoring junior researchers and graduate students
  • Strong publication track record
  • Experience in technology translation and IP inputs

Key Requirements

  • PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
  • Postdoctoral research experience in experimental fluid mechanics
  • Demonstrated publication track record

Work Rights

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