You are a highly motivated simulation engineer with expertise in numerical modelling of microfluidic systems, who drives innovation in advanced liquid cooling technologies and multi-physics applications.
What you will do
- Perform CFD simulations and modelling to support the design and optimization of advanced liquid cooling technologies for microelectronic systems.
- Use commercial software, such as ANSYS Fluent, and self-developed codes to build advanced workflows and parameterized models.
- Leverage multi-physics modelling to enable innovation and enhance understanding of underlying physics of complex systems, for example in life-science applications.
- Work within multiple parallel projects and manage priorities according to milestone‑driven schedules.
- Guide and support colleagues in simulation strategies and interpretation of results.
- Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, scientists, and micro/nanofabrication experts.
What we do for you
We offer you the opportunity to join one of the world’s premier research centers in nanotechnology at its headquarters in Leuven, Belgium. With your talent, passion and expertise, you’ll become part of a team that makes the impossible possible. Together, we shape the technology that will determine the society of tomorrow.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and proud of our open, multicultural, and informal working environment with ample possibilities to take initiative and show responsibility. We commit to supporting and guiding you in this process; not only with words but also with tangible actions. Through imec.academy, 'our corporate university', we actively invest in your development to further your technical and personal growth.
We are aware that your valuable contribution makes imec a top player in its field. Your energy and commitment are therefore appreciated by means of a market appropriate salary with many fringe benefits.
Who you are
- You hold a PhD in engineering, physics, or a related field and relevant industry experience is considered a plus.
- You have strong experience in CFD simulations and numerical modelling.
- You are proficient with commercial simulation tools such as ANSYS Fluent, have developed your own codes, and have experience in programming languages such as Python, C++, or others.
- You have strong analytical skills and are comfortable combining analytical and numerical approaches.
- You have experience working in a research and development environment with an interdisciplinary team.
- You are a team player with excellent communication skills and fluency in English.
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Job details
- Title: Microfluidics Modeling Specialist
- Employer: imec
- Location: Kapeldreef 75 Leuven, Belgium
- Published: 2026-06-25
- Application deadline: Unspecified
- Job type: Engineer
- Field: Nanotechnology, Fluid Mechanics, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computational Engineering