Mid‑Senior Fluid Dynamics & Thermal Engineer (CFD)

Pivotal Systems; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a highly motivated Fluid Dynamics and Thermal Engineer to apply thermodynamic principles and fluid mechanics for system design and analysis. The role involves developing CFD models, conducting thermal simulations, and collaborating with teams to optimize products. Qualifications include a degree in Mechanical Engineering and proficiency in CFD tools like ANSYS Fluent. This position provides the opportunity for hands-on experimentation and innovation in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and thermodynamics.
• Proficiency in CFD tools such as ANSYS Fluent, Star-CCM+, COMSOL, or OpenFOAM.
• Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA, or AutoCAD).
• Knowledge of scripting or programming (e.g., Python, MATLAB, or C++) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate CFD models for fluid flow, heat transfer, and thermal management systems.
• Conduct thermal and flow simulations to support product design.
• Set up lab experiments to test predictions from CFD models.
• Generate technical reports and documentation for stakeholders.

Skills

Fluid mechanics

Heat transfer

Thermodynamics

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

ANSYS Fluent

Star-CCM+

COMSOL

OpenFOAM

SolidWorks

Python

Job description

A leading technology company is seeking a highly motivated Fluid Dynamics and Thermal Engineer to apply thermodynamic principles and fluid mechanics for system design and analysis. The role involves developing CFD models, conducting thermal simulations, and collaborating with teams to optimize products. Qualifications include a degree in Mechanical Engineering and proficiency in CFD tools like ANSYS Fluent. This position provides the opportunity for hands-on experimentation and innovation in a dynamic environment.