Simulation Specialist - Ship dynamics, operation, wind propulsion

Are you interested in developing a sustainable future? Do you want to work with exciting maritime projects? Do you want to be a part of Sweden’s research institute and innovation partner? Then we have the right opportunity for you!

About the job
RISE is an independent research institute, and the Maritime department supporting the maritime industry.

We are looking for a new colleague with high programming and engineering skills, with interests in the future of sustainable shipping. One of your main focuses will be simulations for wind powered ships, including hydro- and aerodynamic modelling, routing, maneuvering, and Full Mission bridge simulations. Workplace at the RISE SSPA Maritime Center in Gothenburg.

About the role 
The work will include:

- Supporting our customers worldwide in concept development, ship design and maritime operation.
- Development of our in-house ship simulation packages for wind powered ship performance, incl PPP, voyage simulations, time-domain manoeuvre simulations.
- Contributing to research projects with national and international collaboration partners. 

You will be part of a strong development team for ship simulations as well as the large team of Naval Architects, researchers and engineers at RISE Maritime Department. 

Your profile 
You have a relevant master/PhD in Computer Engineering, Engineering Physics, Mechanical engineering (primarily hydro- and aerodynamics), Naval Architecture or equivalent. You have high programming skills (we use C++ and Phyton), as well as engineering skills. 
 
You should be able to take lead on and coordinate development tasks. You have great collaborative skills, both internally and with external partners and customers, and to fit in our team you enjoy transparent teamwork. Research experience is valuable.

Are we right for each other?
We cannot promise you easy tasks, but we can promise you dedicated colleagues and some truly engaging societal challenges to tackle. You will work in a dynamic environment offering professional and personal development opportunities. At RISE, we want you to succeed and feel good, because together with your colleagues you contribute to a sustainable future and to securing a leading position for our industry and research globally. RISE can give you the chance to make a real difference. Welcome to one of Europe’s leading Research Institutes and Innovation Partner.

Welcome with your application!
If this sounds exciting and you would like to learn more, please don't hesitate to contact Christian Finnsgård, Head of Maritime Research (+46 730 72 91 56). Last application date is 30th of June. This position offers permanent employment and location is Gothenburg

Our union representatives are Lazaros Tsantaridis from SACO (010-516 62 21) and Bertil Svensson from Unionen (010-516 53 56).