Specialist -CFD

Lennox; Chennai District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Lennox is seeking a CFD engineer in Chennai with strong fundamentals in fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and aerodynamic analysis to advance fan and cooling system performance.

You will use ANSYS Fluent or STAR-CCM+ to simulate and optimize designs, validate results with data, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver robust thermal solutions.

Qualifications

• Strong fundamentals in Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, and Thermodynamics.
• Hands-on CFD experience with fans, blowers, rotating machinery, and thermal systems.
• Proficient in CFD tools such as ANSYS Fluent or STAR-CCM+.

Responsibilities

• Independently execute simulations and interpret results to provide engineering recommendations.
• Perform root cause analysis of performance issues using simulation and test data.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize fan and cooling system design.

Skills

Fluid mechanics

Fan aerodynamics

Heat transfer

Thermodynamics

CFD analysis

Python programming

AI/ML exposure

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

M.Tech/MS in Mechanical/Aerospace/Energy/Engineering

PhD in Fluid Mechanics/CFD/Related field

Tools

ANSYS Fluent

STAR-CCM+

Job description

Company Profile

Company Profile

Lennox (NYSE: LII) Driven by 130 years of legacy, HVAC and refrigeration success, Lennox provides our residential and commercial customers with industry-leading climate-control solutions. At Lennox, we win as a team, aiming for excellence and delivering innovative, sustainable products and services. Our culture guides us and creates a workplace where all employees feel heard and welcomed. Lennox is a global community that values each team member’s contributions and offers a supportive environment for career development. Come, stay, and grow with us.

Job Description

Key Requirements

• Strong fundamentals in Fluid Mechanics, Fan Aerodynamics, Heat Transfer, and Thermodynamics.
• Hands-on experience in CFD analysis of fans, blowers, rotating machinery, and thermal systems.
• Proficient in ANSYS Fluent, STAR-CCM+, or equivalent CFD tools.
• Experience in fan performance prediction, airflow optimization, pressure drop analysis, and thermal management studies.
• Good understanding of fan design principles, performance curves, system resistance, and aerodynamic performance.
• Experience in experimental validation and correlation of CFD results with wind tunnel, airflow, acoustic, or thermal test data.
• Ability to perform root cause analysis of performance issues and field failures using simulation and test data.
• Strong understanding of turbulence modeling, meshing strategies, and CFD best practices.
• Ability to independently execute simulations, interpret results, and provide engineering recommendations.
• Strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Desirable Skills

• Experience in Python programming for workflow automation, data processing, post-processing, and engineering analytics.
• Basic exposure to AI/ML techniques applied to engineering or simulation data is an added advantage.
• Experience with HVAC&R products, air-moving devices, or cooling system applications.

Qualification

• M.Tech/MS in Mechanical, Aerospace, Thermal, Energy, Chemical Engineering, or related disciplines with 3-6 years of relevant experience.

OR

PhD

in Fluid Mechanics, Thermal Sciences, Aerodynamics, CFD, Aerospace, Mechanical, or related fields, with research focused on fan flows, rotating machinery, fluid dynamics, heat transfer, or experimental validation

Qualifications

Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering. Requires at least 5 years related experience. Understanding of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Experience with analytical and CAD software. Requires knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models. Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.