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Research Associate in Digital Hydraulic Fluid Power

University of Bath - Mechanical Engineering

Location: Bath
Salary: £37,099 to £44,263 Grade 7
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract
Placed On: 2nd September 2024
Closes: 27th September 2024
Job Ref: FM11791R

We are seeking a Research Associate to take a key role in the design and development of digital hydraulic fluid power technologies and control systems. The role is funded by the UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship, investigating Digital Hydraulic Fluid Power Technologies for Decarbonising Off-road Vehicles. 

Hydraulic fluid power has several advantages, such as high power density, compactness, low weight, fast response, and good controllability. However, the current hydraulic control method involves using valves to throttle flow, reduce pressure, and control the speed and force of the load. Although this approach is simple to operate, it is highly energy inefficient, and the average power efficiency of fluid power systems is only about 21%.

This project aims to design, develop and prototype next-generation digital hydraulic technologies and control systems to significantly improve hydraulic energy efficiency, fuel consumption, and CO2 emissions to decarbonise off-road vehicles for a sustainable and greener future. In addition, there are also opportunities to conduct interdisciplinary research on highly efficient actuation mechanisms, collaborating with colleagues nationally and internationally.

You will be responsible for delivering high-quality research on the topic, including:

  • Design and modelling of digital hydraulic fluid power technologies
  • Prototyping, validating and evaluating digital hydraulic converters
  • Digital fluid power system integration and experimental validations
  • Stimulating and creating pathways to impact and disseminate the research outcomes and promote the exploitation of the new technologies

You will be responsible for planning and performing your own research activities and will be expected to take an active role in supporting PhD and undergraduate research students within the laboratory.

This position is offered on a fixed term basis with an expected end date of 1st September 2026. 

About you 

Our ideal candidate will

  • Hold a PhD degree in a subject area of direct relevance for the project
  • Have previous experience in one or more of the following: modelling, design, control or prototyping of fluid power components and systems
  • Have excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
  • Be self-motivated and have excellent communication skills

You should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work as part of a team and discuss your work with a range of audiences. 

Further information

For an informal discussion please contact Dr Min Pan, Reader, at mp351@bath.ac.uk however please ensure that you submit your application through our website.

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