Multiphysics Modeling & Simulation Lead

Vulcan Elements Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Vulcan Elements Inc. seeks a Modeling and Simulation Manager to lead a multidisciplinary team of computational scientists and engineers focused on physics-based and data-driven modeling to improve magnet performance and production efficiency.

This hands-on leadership role combines direct modeling work with building a high-caliber team spanning FEA, CFD, thermodynamic modeling, image analysis, and DFT; initial emphasis on pilot-scale R&D with potential for plant operations.

Qualifications

• PhD or MS in a quantitative field.
• 5+ years with COMSOL, Fluent, or equivalent; proven ability to build and validate coupled multiphysics models and FEA.
• Strong mathematical modeling background; experience with image analysis, ML, statistical modeling, or signal processing applied to materials data.
• Familiarity with rare earth magnets, NdFeB alloy systems, or related materials.
• Experience leading or mentoring a small technical team; ability to set priorities and provide guidance.
• Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, Git, or equivalents for scripting, data analysis, and model post-processing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to present results to non-specialists.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage a matrixed modeling and simulations team with broad expertise in FEA, CFD, stress/strain, thermodynamic modeling, and DFT.
• Translate R&D priorities into a modeling agenda with clear deliverables and timelines.
• Establish standards for model validation, documentation, and peer review.
• Present results and recommendations to technical and executive stakeholders with clear discussion of uncertainty and limitations.

Skills

Multidisciplinary leadership

Computational modeling

Image analysis

Python

MATLAB

Machine learning

Statistical modeling

Communication

Team mentoring

Education

PhD or MS in a quantitative field

Tools

COMSOL

Fluent

FEA

Python

MATLAB

Git

VASP

Quantum ESPRESSO

Job description

Vulcan Elements Inc. seeks a Modeling and Simulation Manager to lead a multidisciplinary team of computational scientists and engineers focused on physics-based and data-driven modeling to improve magnet performance and production efficiency.

This hands-on leadership role combines direct modeling work with building a high-caliber team spanning FEA, CFD, thermodynamic modeling, image analysis, and DFT; initial emphasis on pilot-scale R&D with potential for plant operations.