Research Associate in Electrical Drives for Aerospace

Job title:

Research Associate in Electrical Drives for Aerospace

Company

University of Manchester

Job description

This 1-year research associate post is based in the Power and Energy Division within the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering. The Power and Energy Division specialises in high voltage technologies, energy networks, power conversion/electrical drives and power electronics and is the largest UK academic group in this area with a long-standing international reputation for power engineering.This project is funded by GKN Aerospace / INNOVATE (ATI). It is a collaborative project with several industrial aerospace companies and the University of Newcastle. The objective of the research program is to develop, build and test an aerospace propulsion motor for a regional size aircraft fueled by liquid hydrogen. The electrical propulsion motor and the associated drive will be cryogenically cooled to improve the operating efficiency and mass. The particular focus of this project will be the design of the cryogenically cooled motor. The cryogenic motor work will be carried out at Manchester and will include material testing at low temperatures, design and test on a small laboratory scale motor prototype before moving onto the full scale motor design, build and test.We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated research assistant looking for a challenging opportunity in the electrification of aerospace and who can communicate and work collaboratively with the academic and industrial partners in this large consortium project. The applicant will have a PhD in a relevant degree (or about to submit) and/or relevant equivalent experience. Relevant experience in the analysis and design of electrical machines and drives is essential.The University of Manchester values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. The School is committed to Athena SWAN principles to promote women in science.As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out moreBlended working arrangements may be consideredPlease note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:Name: Professor Sandy SmithEmail:General enquiries:Email:Technical support:Jobtrain: 0161 850 2004This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.

Expected salary

Location

Manchester

Job date

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 22:49:50 GMT

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