Process Modeling Engineer — Multiphysics & CFD Excellence

Vulcan Elements; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Vulcan Elements seeks an Analysis Engineer – Process Modeling in Durham, NC, to develop physics-based simulations for their rare-earth magnet manufacturing processes. The role will involve building computational models to drive optimization and product development across thermal, mechanical, and electromagnetic processes.

Ideal candidates should hold at least a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field and demonstrate experience with commercial simulation software like ANSYS and COMSOL. Proficiency in scripting and the ability to manage multiple modeling efforts independently is essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience building and validating process models using ANSYS or COMSOL.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or MATLAB for data processing.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple modeling efforts.

Responsibilities

• Model thermal conditions during manufacturing processes such as sintering and casting.
• Create models for manufacturing processes including fluid dynamics and electromagnetic phenomena.
• Document modeling assumptions, boundary conditions, and validation results.

Skills

Computational fluid dynamics (CFD)

Heat transfer modeling

Mechanical stress/strain analysis

Scripting (Python, MATLAB)

Simulation software (ANSYS, COMSOL)

Education

B.S. or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

COMSOL Multiphysics

Job description

Vulcan Elements seeks an Analysis Engineer – Process Modeling in Durham, NC, to develop physics-based simulations for their rare-earth magnet manufacturing processes. The role will involve building computational models to drive optimization and product development across thermal, mechanical, and electromagnetic processes.

Ideal candidates should hold at least a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field and demonstrate experience with commercial simulation software like ANSYS and COMSOL. Proficiency in scripting and the ability to manage multiple modeling efforts independently is essential.