Are you motivated to assess wind induced problems in the built environment? Do you enjoy hands-on work, and do you have experience in conducting wind tunnel experiments? Then, this position could be of interest to you. Please apply!
Position Other academic staff
Irène Curie Fellowship No
Department(s) Built Environment
FTE 1,0
Date off 19/05/2024
Reference number V38.7391
Context
The Atmospheric Boundary Layer Wind Tunnel (ABLWT) is one of the research laboratories of the Built Environment department at Eindhoven University of Technology. The closed-circuit WT has a total length of 46 m and a test section length of 27 m. The test section is 3 m wide and 2 m high. Tests can be conducted at reference velocities ranging from 0 - 30 m/s.
It is the ambition of the department to contribute to a sustainable, future-proof, safe and healthy Built Environment. Therefore, at the ABLWT, experimental research is conducted in the field of Wind Engineering. Measurements of wind speed and turbulence around buildings can help to improve safety and comfort in buildings and complex urban areas. By analyzing the dispersion of air pollution, you can contribute to a cleaner and healthier environment. The WT is also fully equipped to optimize the aerodynamics of athletes, transport, and racing vehicles, to determine wind loads on ships or buildings and improve wind energy solutions. More information on the facility can be found here.
Job Description
Eindhoven University of Technology has always been well-known for its work in the fields of Aerodynamics and Wind Engineering. It combines close ties to industry and business with a tradition of scientific, technological, and practical expertise.
You will work in a dynamic international and multidisciplinary team of scientists and technical support staff. Together with this team, you will further establish this wind tunnel as a top-class research facility.
As project engineer in the ABLWT, your tasks will include (among other things):
We are looking for a talented, enthusiastic, motivated and independent candidate that meets the following requirements:
Any of the following could be considered an advantage and should be mentioned in the motivation letter:
If you are concerned that you don’t meet all the requirements sufficiently, but the job does excite you, then be sure to respond, we would love to look at your profile.
An exciting position within an international yet personal university. You are right in the middle of the students, on a green campus within walking distance of the central station. Besides beautiful architecture, you will find varied workplaces and excellent sports facilities. We also offer you:
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About TU/e
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More information
Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to have more information about the position, please contact the hiring manager Dr. Stefanie Gillmeier, Assistant Professor, s.g.gillmeier@tue.nl.
For questions about the application process or the conditions of employment, please contact Scott Jacops, HR Advisor, s.m.m.c.b.jacops@tue.nl or +31 40 247 3161.
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Application
If you are interested, please use the ‘apply’ button to send us your CV and letter of application with your motivation and a description of your qualifications.
Screening of candidates begins as soon as applications are received and continues until the position is filled. Where applicable, internal candidates will be given priority over external candidates where they are equally suitable.
We look forward to receiving your application!
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