Multiphysics Co-Simulation Engineer - KTP Associate (Full Time, Fixed term up to 24 months duration)
This post is funded through a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) between Harper Adams University and Promtek Limited, a specialist manufacturer of bulk material handling equipment. The successful candidate will lead the development of a multiphysics co-simulation capability within Promtek, integrating virtual PLC controllers with physics-based models of the company's equipment to enable virtual commissioning and executable prototyping. The role is based full-time at Promtek's site in Staffordshire, with regular engagement with the academic supervisory team at Harper Adams University.
The Associate will develop and validate physics-based simulation models, write high-performance C++ and Python code to integrate simulation and control environments, build and maintain 3D CAD geometry, and configure 0D/1D system models in MATLAB/Simulink or equivalent tools. The Associate will work directly with Promtek's engineering and projects teams to identify applications, interpret requirements, and embed the resulting capability within the company's engineering workflows. The Associate will also contribute to knowledge transfer activities, including internal documentation, training, and academic outputs such as technical reports and conference papers.
The appointee will also be expected to:
- Present progress to joint supervisory meetings with Harper Adams University and Promtek at regular intervals throughout the project.
- Prepare and submit reports in accordance with KTP programme requirements.
- Contribute to the dissemination of project outcomes through academic and industry-facing publications and events.
- Support the development of internal training materials and standard operating procedures to sustain the co-simulation capability beyond the KTP period.
- Comply with the health and safety, data management, and intellectual property policies of both Harper Adams University and Promtek Limited.
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