CFD Engineer: HVAC & Thermal Analytics (Hybrid, Unlimited PTO)

Jacobs; Henderson (NV); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Unlimited PPTO

Paid holidays

Caregiver leave

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a CFD Engineer for its Facility Modeling & Analytics group to apply CFD tools to the thermal and airflow design of built environments. You will work with clients to set objectives, analyze data, and present findings with clear visuals and concise reporting.

The role emphasizes collaboration with CFD analysts on multiple projects, strong written and verbal communication, and a proactive mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• At least 5 years of experience in HVAC systems and design
• Proficiency with CFD software Cadence Reality DC Pro (formerly 6Sigma Room). Star CCM+, FloVENT, FloTHERM
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Proficiency in technical writing and presentation of technical information
• Proficiency with generating compelling data visualisations
• Solid grasp of engineering first principles
• Effective presentation and communication skills
• A constant curiosity and desire to improve
• Possess a positive attitude

Responsibilities

• Define modeling objectives and scope with clients within project time and budget constraints
• Analyze complex data sets to understand the story behind the data
• Leverage data visualization tools to create visual evidence of analysis findings
• Explain, present, and document findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Follow and help improve FMA Group proprietary report-writing methods
• Support rapid analysis of alternative design solutions with accuracy and confidence
• Collaborate with CFD analysts on multiple fast-track projects

Skills

HVAC design

Data visualization

Technical writing

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Engineering fundamentals

Curiosity

Positive attitude

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Cadence Reality DC Pro

Star CCM+

FloVENT

FloTHERM

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a CFD Engineer for its Facility Modeling & Analytics group to apply CFD tools to the thermal and airflow design of built environments. You will work with clients to set objectives, analyze data, and present findings with clear visuals and concise reporting.

The role emphasizes collaboration with CFD analysts on multiple projects, strong written and verbal communication, and a proactive mindset.