Job Description
Job Title: CFD Application Engineer
Location: Manchester, UK
Company: Manchester Simulations Limited (Mansim)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Reference: MS-T-101
Position Overview:
We are scaling our engineering team to support our latest strategic growth initiatives.
We are looking for an experienced CFD Application Engineer with a strong and proven background in Cadence CFD technologies, including Fidelity CFD and related high-fidelity simulation tools. This role is ideal for someone who has hands-on experience using and supporting Cadence software and is confident working directly with clients to deliver technical solutions, consultancy support, and structured training.
As a CFD Application Engineer at Mansim, you will play a key role in supporting customers who use Cadence tools for advanced fluid dynamics, heat transfer, turbomachinery, marine, and digital twin simulations. You will help clients successfully implement simulation workflows, troubleshoot complex modelling challenges, and maximise the value of their software investment.
Key Responsibilities:
•\tProvide technical support to clients using Cadence CFD solutions, including troubleshooting model setup, solver behaviour, and post-processing issues.
•\tSupport consultancy projects delivered using Cadence tools, contributing to simulation setup, validation, and interpretation of results.
•\tDeliver structured training sessions and technical workshops to customers on Cadence CFD software.
•\tAssist customers with geometry preparation, meshing (including Pointwise), solver configuration, and workflow optimisation.
•\tSupport high-fidelity simulations using tools such as Fidelity CFD and CharLES where applicable.
•\tContribute to marine, turbomachinery, and thermal management applications using Cadence technologies.
•\tAssist with digital twin and data centre modelling workflows using Future Facilities / 6SigmaDCX solutions where relevant.
•\tHelp prepare clear technical reports, guidance documents, and training materials.
•\tMaintain organised project documentation to ensure traceability and repeatability.
•\tWork closely with Cadence technical teams when advanced escalation or product feedback is required.
•\tContribute to continuous improvement of internal workflows, automation scripts, and best-practice guidelines.
•\tSupport technical pre-sales activities where required, including demonstrations, feasibility studies, and example simulations.
Qualifications & Experience:
•\tBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Marine Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline (PhD welcome but not required).
•\tStrong understanding of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, heat transfer, and turbulence modelling.
•\tProven hands-on experience with Cadence CFD software, including Fidelity CFD.
•\tExperience with Pointwise for high-quality mesh generation.
•\tFamiliarity with CharLES or other high-fidelity/LES workflows within the Cadence ecosystem is highly desirable.
•\tExperience supporting or delivering CFD projects using Cadence tools in an industrial environment.
•\tAbility to independently diagnose and resolve modelling and convergence issues.
•\tFamiliarity with HPC environments and parallel computing.
•\tProgramming or scripting experience (Python, bash, or similar) is advantageous.
•\tStrong written and verbal communication skills in English.
•\tAbility to confidently explain complex technical concepts to engineers and technical decision-makers.
About Mansim
Mansim is an ambitious, forward-thinking and research-led engineering consultancy company in the heart of Manchester, delivering high-fidelity analysis and innovative simulation solutions. As we expand our strategic partnership with Cadence, we are strengthening our capability to provide advanced CFD technologies and expert technical support to industry.
Careers at Mansim
At Mansim, we bring together engineers, scientists and innovators who are passionate about solving complex problems through simulation and intelligent design. Our work sits at the intersection of engineering, physics and advanced computational modelling, helping clients across industries make data-driven decisions and accelerate innovation.
We believe in a collaborative, curious and supportive environment where ideas are shared freely, learning never stops, and every voice matters. Whether you are delivering advanced CFD training, supporting complex client simulations, or developing new best-practice workflows, you will be part of a team that values rigour, creativity and impact.
What Mansim Offers
•\tCompetitive salary and professional development opportunities
•\tVendor-specific training and certification pathways
•\tOpportunities for career progression into Senior / Lead Application Engineer roles
•\tFlexible work hours
•\tStrong ties with world-class universities
•\tUK Skilled-Worker Visa sponsorship
•\tExposure to diverse and technically challenging applications
•\tSupport for CEng/membership in Professional Engineering Institutions
•\tAccess to a prime Manchester city centre office location
•\tFree gym membership
Our Inclusive Responsibility
At Mansim, we believe that innovation thrives when diverse perspectives come together. We are committed to creating an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace where every individual feels valued, supported and empowered to contribute. Our responsibility is to ensure that opportunities are accessible to all, that voices are heard without bias, and that differences are embraced as strengths. We actively work to build a culture where everyone, regardless of background, identity or experience, can grow, succeed and shape the future of our company and the wider engineering community.