Remote CFD Engineer for AI Training & Validation

Mindrift; Lorida (FL); Remote; USD 78,000 - 112,000; Part time

Job summary

Mindrift seeks a specialized CFD engineer to train and evaluate AI agents on fluid simulations. You will set up complex simulations from CAD data, generate verified references, and craft Python checks to validate agent results.

You’ll contribute to a remote, project-based workflow with flexible hours, supporting multiple CFD platforms and meshing workflows. Strong English communication and GitHub collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Advanced CFD experience with OpenFOAM, Fluent/CFX, or STAR-CCM+ and meshing.
• Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering; PhD preferred but not required.
• Strong verification and validation skills, including mesh-independence studies.
• Proficient in Python and GitHub; good English (B2+).
• Nice to have: aerospace, automotive, offshore or turbomachinery background; multiphase flow experience.

Responsibilities

• Help train and evaluate AI agents on expert-level fluid simulation tasks.
• Take CAD geometry, set up and run simulations, build verified reference solutions.
• Write Python checks for the agent's results.
• Collaborate with project teams and adhere to schedules.

Skills

CFD expertise

Meshing

Python scripting

GitHub

Education

Bachelor's or higher in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

PhD preferred

Tools

OpenFOAM

ANSYS Fluent/CFX

STAR-CCM+

Job description

Mindrift seeks a specialized CFD engineer to train and evaluate AI agents on fluid simulations. You will set up complex simulations from CAD data, generate verified references, and craft Python checks to validate agent results.

You’ll contribute to a remote, project-based workflow with flexible hours, supporting multiple CFD platforms and meshing workflows. Strong English communication and GitHub collaboration are essential.