CFD Engineer | ANSYS Fluent & OpenFOAM

e mug; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

EMUG Engineering Services is seeking a CFD Engineer to perform fluid flow and heat transfer simulations using ANSYS Fluent or OpenFOAM. The role involves building models, setting up boundary conditions, and delivering validated results.

The candidate should have strong fundamentals in fluid mechanics and numerical methods, plus experience in meshing and post-processing. Suitable for full-time, part-time consulting, or permanent positions in Hyderabad, India.

Qualifications

• Hands-on CFD engineer with experience in fluid mechanics, heat transfer and numerical methods.
• Proficiency with ANSYS Fluent and/or OpenFOAM required.
• Ability to develop CFD models, set up simulations and interpret results.
• Experience in meshing, boundary conditions, solver settings and convergence criteria.
• Familiarity with turbulence models and post-processing reports.

Responsibilities

• Perform CFD simulations using ANSYS Fluent and/or OpenFOAM.
• Develop computational models for fluid flow, heat transfer, turbulence, and pressure distribution.
• Generate and optimize computational meshes using appropriate meshing tools.
• Define boundary conditions, solver settings, and material properties.
• Conduct steady-state and transient CFD analyses.
• Post-process simulation results and prepare detailed technical reports.
• Validate simulation results against theoretical calculations, experimental data, and design requirements.
• Identify convergence issues and improve simulation accuracy.
• Collaborate with mechanical design, thermal engineering, and product development teams.
• Recommend design improvements based on simulation findings and engineering analysis.

Skills

CFD Expertise

ANSYS Fluent

OpenFOAM

Fluid Mechanics

Heat Transfer

CFD Meshing

Boundary Conditions

Solver Selection

Convergence Criteria

Turbulence Models

Simulation Interpretation

Technical Reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

M.E./M.Tech in CFD or related

Tools

ANSYS Meshing

ICEM CFD

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Hiring Preference: Full-Time, Part-Time Consulting and Permanent Opportunities

EMUG Engineering Services is looking for a skilled Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Engineer with hands-on experience in ANSYS Fluent and/or OpenFOAM. The ideal candidate will perform fluid flow and heat transfer simulations, analyze engineering problems, and deliver accurate, reliable simulation-based solutions.

Candidates with strong fundamentals in fluid mechanics, numerical methods, computational meshing, and simulation result interpretation are encouraged to apply. We welcome professionals seeking full-time employment, permanent positions, or part-time consulting opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform CFD simulations using ANSYS Fluent and/or OpenFOAM.
• Develop computational models for fluid flow, heat transfer, turbulence, and pressure distribution.
• Generate and optimize computational meshes using appropriate meshing tools.
• Define boundary conditions, solver settings, and material properties.
• Conduct steady-state and transient CFD analyses.
• Post-process simulation results and prepare detailed technical reports.
• Validate simulation results against theoretical calculations, experimental data, and design requirements.
• Identify convergence issues and improve simulation accuracy.
• Collaborate with mechanical design, thermal engineering, and product development teams.
• Recommend design improvements based on simulation findings and engineering analysis.

Mandatory Skills

• Hands-on experience with ANSYS Fluent and/or OpenFOAM.
• Strong understanding of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics and heat transfer.
• Knowledge of CFD meshing, boundary conditions, solver selection, and convergence criteria.
• Experience with turbulence models and numerical simulation techniques.
• Ability to interpret velocity, pressure, temperature, and flow distribution results.
• Proficiency in preparing simulation reports and presenting technical findings.

Good-to-Have Skills

• Experience with ANSYS Meshing, ICEM CFD or other computational meshing tools.
• Knowledge of Python, MATLAB or scripting for simulation automation.
• Experience in conjugate heat transfer (CHT), multiphase flow or compressible flow simulations.
• Exposure to automotive, aerospace, industrial equipment, HVAC, energy, or thermal management applications.

Educational Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Specialization in CFD, thermal engineering, fluid mechanics, or a related field is preferred.

Employment Opportunities

We welcome applications from qualified candidates interested in:

• Full-time employment
• Permanent positions
• Part-time CFD consulting assignments