Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealand's pre-eminent research-led University. The Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering is one of the largest departments in the Faculty of Engineering, with approximately 30 academic staff, 15 technical staff, 700 undergraduates and 140 postgraduate students. We provide BE (Hons) degree programmes in Mechanical Engineering and Mechatronics Engineering, together with a range of postgraduate research and taught programmes. Our teaching and research activities broadly concern mechanics of materials, composites, polymers, smart manufacturing, micro-systems and smart materials, medical devices and rehabilitation robotics, mechatronics, acoustics, aerodynamics, thermofluids, dynamics, control, industrial automation. We have collaborative links with research groups and industry within New Zealand and across the world.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

You will work as part of a team providing technical expertise and assistance to academic staff, students, and stakeholders from the broader research community to access complex or highly specialised research/teaching methods.

You will provide specialist design, expert testing and analytical support for wind related, aerodynamic and fluid dynamic research, testing, and consulting activities for the Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering, with special emphasis on the work of the Advanced Thermal Engineering and Aerodynamics (ATHENA) Centre through the Aerodynamics / Wind tunnel and Thermofluids Laboratories.

You will need excellent technical, organisational and planning skills, strong writing and verbal communication skills, well-developed people skills, and the ability to work proactively within a team environment.

This role is a full time, 37.5 hours per week. The salary range for this role is $94,900 - $117,200 per annum depending on experience and qualifications. 

For more information, please view the Position Description.

He kōrero mōu | About you

You will have a post-graduate research qualification in Mechanical Engineering or PhD specialised in Aerodynamics / Wind Engineering or in a relevant field, and/or equivalent experience. Additional qualifications / experience in Thermofluids / Fluid Mechanics is preferred but not essential.

You will have a minimum 7 years (post-graduation) experience in the field of aerodynamics including 2 to 3 years’ experience providing specialist advice and support at a senior level in wind tunnel related research. Having several years of experience in providing specialist advice and managing a small group of junior engineers in delivering projects/research would be an advantage.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 20/12/2023 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.

For informal enquiries, please contact Professor Krishnan Jayaraman ([email protected]).

Applications are submitted online via our careers website. For more information on this role and to apply online, please visit www.auckland.ac.nz/opportunities.

Equity

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