Research Engineer - Aero-Acoustics

Job description

Company:

Siemens Industry Software N.V. (SISW, formerly known as LMS) is an engineering innovation company, with proven track record in the area of system modelling for noise, vibration, durability and dynamics, performing substantial in-house research on advanced methods and applications. SISW is part of the Siemens PLM Software, a world-leading provider of product lifecycle management and manufacturing operations management software. We help thousands of companies realize innovation by optimizing their processes, from planning and development through manufacturing, production and support. Siemens PLM Software, is a business unit of the Siemens Digital Factory Division, with more than fifteen million licensed seats and 140,000 customers worldwide. Siemens PLM Software is headquartered in Plano, Texas.

Objective:

You will work on projects in the field of aeroacoustics and more specifically the Flemish project TUMULT on Random Particle Mesh and Turbulent Boundary Layer models. In addition, you will contribute to the design, development and maintenance of our aero-acoustic solution.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

· Attending meetings with the partners/consortium
· Execution and/or follow-up of technical tasks
· Participation in progress meetings of the projects
· Writing technical reports
· Participation in internal and external technical meetings to discuss new developments
· Help writing software requirements and user manuals
· Contribute to the design and coding of the functions as defined in the software requirements
· Definition of tests and test scenarii to validate the developments
· Participation of investigation of bugs communicated by Customer Support
· Second Level Support

Profile:

· Educational Level: Ph.D. in aero-acoustics, acoustics or fluid dynamics
· Experience:
· Proven experience in aero-acoustics
· Experience in Numerical Analysis/Methods
· Experience in Software Development is a plus.

· Specific technical competencies:
· Good knowledge of Lighthill Analogy and stochastic methods
· Knowledge of research project management
· Interest in software development
· Knowledge of Finite Element or Boundary Elements is considered as an asset

· Languages:
· Advanced knowledge of English (both written and spoken) is required

· Specific personal competencies:
· Creative
· Quality-awareness
· Customer oriented attitude
· Team spirit and flexible

Conditions:

Siemens PLM Software offers, besides an attractive salary and benefits package, an internationally oriented and innovative high-tech environment. It is a fast growing, financially healthy company with a flat structure, in an informal, flexible atmosphere. People working within the business unit appreciate the room for initiative and career development. PLM Solutions are driven by innovation and therefore management fosters the creativity of its employees. Siemens PLM Software provides continuous training and competence development, stimulating personal development with respect to technical and/or management skills.