Simulation Engineer in Edinburgh

Simulation Engineer

Luton OR Edinburgh

6-month contract

Paying up to £65p/h (InsideIR35)

Please note - due to the nature of the work, you will need to hold or be eligible to obtain a high level of UK Security clearance - please only apply if suitable

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead engine-driven projects from concept through delivery, building demos, bespoke tools, and integrated simulations.
• Exploit and extend game and simulation engines to meet performance, quality, and interoperability goals.
• Design and implement robust systems using C++, Python, and Lua to automate workflows and integrate third-party tools.
• Drive engine maintenance and optimisation, including profiling, memory and CPU tuning, and platform-specific improvements.
• Collaborate across disciplines with systems engineers, software teams, Human Factors designers, and IT to deliver cohesive solutions.
• Rapidly prototype and iterate, turning experimental ideas into validated features and production-ready components.
• Mentor and document: capture knowledge, run workshops, and support junior engineers to raise team capability.

Required Skillset & Experience

• Degree in a STEM field, ideally to Masters level.
• Experience with animation pipelines, 3D modelling, or content creation workflows.
• Familiarity with HLA, DIS, or other simulation interoperability standards.
• Background in UX/HMI design or human-in-the-loop simulation.
• Proven experience as a game developer, engine engineer, or simulation engineer working with commercial game engines (Unreal, Unity, or similar).
• Good C++ skills and practical experience with Python and Lua scripting.
• Demonstrable track record of engine exploitation: profiling, optimization, custom module/plugin development, and toolchain integration.