Lead CFD Engineer for Mission-Critical Data Centers

Burns & McDonnell; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

401(k) retirement program

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is expanding its Mission Critical team to tackle CFD-driven design for data center projects. The CFD Engineer will lead CFD analyses, develop modeling approaches, and present technical findings to clients throughout the design and construction process.

Ideal candidates hold ABET-accredited mechanical engineering credentials with hands-on CFD experience, strong communication skills, and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from ABET-accredited program with 3 years of mechanical engineering experience (consulting preferred).
• Or bachelor's in mechanical engineering technology from ABET-accredited program, FE exam and 3 years of mechanical engineering experience (consulting preferred).
• Or master's degree in mechanical engineering with 2 years of mechanical engineering experience (consulting preferred).
• Strong knowledge of standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, BIM (Revit), 3D rendering, hydraulic and HVAC analysis tools.
• Engineering in Training (EIT) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead CFD analysis of projects from conceptual phase through design completion as defined by project managers.
• Develop CFD design models and adapt them to budget, design factors, or client needs.
• Prepare and present technical reports for clients.
• Ensure QA/QC adherence and effective cross-disciplinary communication.
• Provide wind speed and weather probability analyses.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited mechanical engineering program

FE exam completed

Master's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM (Revit)

3D Rendering Programs

Hydraulic analysis

HVAC analysis programs

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Burns & McDonnell is expanding its Mission Critical team to tackle CFD-driven design for data center projects. The CFD Engineer will lead CFD analyses, develop modeling approaches, and present technical findings to clients throughout the design and construction process.

Ideal candidates hold ABET-accredited mechanical engineering credentials with hands-on CFD experience, strong communication skills, and a collaborative mindset.