Senior Data Center CFD & Thermal Simulation Engineer

Peraton; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a data-center-focused CFD/thermal engineer to lead airflow and cooling simulations across its portfolio in Austin, TX. You will deliver reports and design recommendations for containment, tile layouts, and infrastructure improvements.

You will calibrate models using DCIM sensor data and BMS telemetry, mentor mid-level engineers, and collaborate with facilities and mechanical teams to implement effective interventions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering; 8+ years CFD/thermal modeling experience.
• Education substitutions per framework: Master's/PhD equivalents add experience; alternate paths accepted.

Responsibilities

• Lead CFD and thermal modeling studies to characterize airflow, cooling, capacity, and energy efficiency across the data center portfolio.
• Deliver CFD simulation reports and design recommendations for containment, tile layout, aisle configuration, and cooling infrastructure improvements.
• Calibrate models against DCIM sensor and BMS telemetry; validate accuracy against real-world conditions.
• Mentor mid-level CFD engineers; establish modeling standards and quality gates for the team.
• Partner with critical facilities and mechanical engineers to translate simulation findings into interventions.

Skills

CFD expertise

Thermal modeling

Mentoring

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Education substitutions (per framework)

Tools

TileFlow

6SigmaDC

Future Facilities

AutoCAD

MS Visio

SketchUp

Nlyte DCIM

Job description

Peraton is seeking a data-center-focused CFD/thermal engineer to lead airflow and cooling simulations across its portfolio in Austin, TX. You will deliver reports and design recommendations for containment, tile layouts, and infrastructure improvements.

You will calibrate models using DCIM sensor data and BMS telemetry, mentor mid-level engineers, and collaborate with facilities and mechanical teams to implement effective interventions.