Industrial PhD Student on Numerical Method for Cavitation-induced Underwater Noise Prediction

Are you in for an exciting position as a member of a strong propeller team?

Do you want to develop and apply the newest technology in the maritime industry and at the same time make a significant contribution to the green transition?

Within a portfolio of marine technologies, MAN Energy Solutions is a technology leader in designing, manufacturing and servicing propellers for a multitude of ship types, covering both the commercial and navy markets. The propellers form a part of a propulsion system and are designed to meet the most stringent requirements for efficiency, noise and strength. The design process is supported by a suite of software programs comprising internal and third-party developed ones.

To strengthen our hydrodynamic team we are looking for a talented and ambitious candidate who will join us on our journey of developing the next-generation propellers to meet our customer’s performance expectations including present and coming environmental rules and legislations.

You will play an important role in:
The student will be enrolled in the 3-year industrial PhD program at the Department of Mathematical Sciences in Aalborg University (AAU). As our new industrial PhD student, you will:

• Develop and advance a computational fluid dynamics (CFD) solver for practical and reliable prediction of underwater radiated noise induced by cavitation. This involves mathematical modelling, programming and CFD validation.
• Contribute to process experimental data from cavitation tunnels and propellers in operation.
• Incorporate the developed numerical tool in our propeller design process and contribute to our high-efficiency and low-noise propeller development.
• Support our internal organization with hydrodynamic calculations and analysis.

We imagine that you:

• Hold (or expect to obtain) a master’s degree in engineering, physics or mathematics, with a specialization in maritime engineering, naval architecture, fluid mechanics, acoustics, numerical mathematics or topology, with an academic record satisfying the requirements of Innovation Fund Denmark and AAU
• Are knowledgeable in some of these competencies: hydrodynamics, open-source computational methods, CFD, mathematical modeling, programming and ship propulsion. Internal training will be provided for obtaining these.
• Have great focus on quality and the achievement of set goals, both individually and for the team
• Are open-minded and willing to participate in discussions as the design process is a team effort
• Are fluent in English verbally and in writing, as well as technical English

As a person you are:

• Dynamic, trustworthy and capable of building and maintaining relations with other team members and colleagues.
• Result-oriented, work proactively and diligently, as well as understand cultural differences, as the team is multi-ethnical.

Welcome to Hydrodynamics Team
The hydrodynamic team is a dynamic group with an international background and uses English as the team’s primary language. As a member of the team, you will be part of MAN Energy Solutions’ competency center within propeller and propulsion. Your industrial workplace will be either in Frederikshavn or Copenhagen.

As an industrial PhD student, you will be employed at MAN Energy Solutions and at the same time be enrolled at the Department of Mathematical Sciences at AAU in Copenhagen. Your academic workplace will be in Copenhagen as a part of a research group on the modeling of cavitation and noise.

Unleash your potential: Join us towards a carbon-neutral future
At MAN Energy Solutions, we offer you an opportunity to shape the future while achieving your career goals.  

We understand that balancing work life and personal life can be a challenge. This is why we prioritize providing our employees with the best opportunities to achieve this balance. In addition to flexible working hours, the option to work from home, and a focus on brain breaks during the day, we also offer over 7 weeks of paid time off distributed across vacation days, extra days off, and flex days. 

We focus on diversity and equality to create a creative and inclusive culture and believe that a mix of gender, nationalities, and different perspectives, drives innovation, creativity, and productivity in our organization. We are committed to our employees’ well-being, and you will get the opportunity to join different social activities clubs from yoga and fishing clubs to creative clubs.  

At MAN Energy Solutions you can create, drive, build, and be a part of improving innovative energy solutions while achieving your personal career goals. Here you have opportunities for growth, development, and mentorship.   

In 2027, MAN Energy Solutions will move to Trekroner in Roskilde. Here we will consolidate all our current locations on Zealand into one large site. 

About MAN Energy Solutions

• 250 years of experience in advanced engineering
• We deliver a unique portfolio of technologies and opportunities in the development of engines for use on ships and in power plants across the globe
• We operate under the motto "Future in The Making" as it reflects our dedication to developing sustainable solutions and actively contributing to a carbon-neutral economy
• We have over 15,000 employees worldwide. In Denmark, we are 2,200 passionate employees with more than 40 nationalities

Build your own future
Please submit your application to us no later than Sunday the 23rd of March. We will conduct interviews during the application period. If you have any questions, you are welcome to contact Head of Hydrodynamics Jens Ring Nielsen at [email protected]. More information about the company can be found at www.man-es.com.

Relocating to Denmark is a major step for our new international colleagues. To support this transition, we offer several initiatives, including Spouse Days to help build a strong cross-cultural network within MAN Energy Solutions, as well as Danish language courses based on individual proficiency levels. Furthermore, we offer intercultural training tailored to the countries and regions we collaborate with, as well as global mindset training for all employees and managers. This is to promote a collaborative and inclusive work environment. Our mobility package also includes assistance with obtaining a Danish CPR number, tax information, and work permits.

At MAN Energy Solutions, we strive for an inclusive and fair recruitment process for our job applicants based on equity. We encourage all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, religion, disability and ethnic background to apply for this position. Therefore, please refrain from attaching a photo to your CV or cover letter. Furthermore, assistive tools will be available when needed, for example for dyslexia.