Senior CFD Engineer

Company Description

TotalSim is a leading computational fluid dynamics (CFD) consulting and solutions provider, delivering innovative insights to clients across sectors such as automotive, aerospace, energy, and marine industries. As an official Siemens channel partner and reseller of Simcenter STAR-CCM , TotalSim combines decades of real-world engineering expertise with advanced CFD technology to transform concepts into high-performance reality. The company specializes in streamlining complex CFD processes through automated workflows, solver-agnostic solutions, and self-service applications. TotalSim is committed to empowering teams to excel in design and development, simplifying CFD for better outcomes and competitive advantage.

Background

We are seeking experienced CFD Engineers to join our team near Columbus, Ohio. The successful candidates will have a proven background in managing CFD Projects. They will have strong analytical skills, be detail-conscious, and work methodically in compressed timescales and to rigid deadlines. Work will require the application of CFD methodologies to a broad range of thermo-fluid problems across multiple industry sectors and will require proven skills in data analysis, problem solving, and project management.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Senior CFD Engineer, located in Dublin, OH. The Senior CFD Engineer will perform advanced simulations and analyses related to fluid dynamics, aerodynamics, and heat transfer. Other responsibilities include executing thermal and fluid performance evaluations, optimizing designs through CFD simulations, and supporting the development and enhancement of CFD processes and methodologies. The role involves collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, handling complex engineering challenges, and providing innovative solutions that meet client specifications and performance goals. Candidates will also have opportunities to contribute to mentoring and knowledge sharing within the team.

Job Qualifications

• Manage Projects and work of other CFD Engineers
• Coordinate with external development teams and Customers.
• Prepare Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations, post-process the results, and disseminate to internal and external teams.
• Contribute to the improvement of CFD toolset and methodologies
• Experience in Fluid Dynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Thermal Analysis, Heat Transfer, and Aerodynamics would be great.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with hands-on experience in CFD simulations
• Strong technical communication skills and ability to present findings effectively
• Collaborative team player with a results-oriented mindset

Employment qualifications

• Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or a related Engineering field
• 8 years of experience in product development using experimental and CFD methods
• Proficient in the use of CAD, ANSA, OpenFOAM, STAR CCM , Fluent, EnSight
• Proven experience working in a result-driven environment
• Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or a Lawful Permanent Resident (green card holder)

About the Company Culture and Opportunity

TotalSim understands the importance of work-life balance and endeavors to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for its employees. Being a relatively small company, we expect our employees to strive to understand not only their immediate domain, but the big picture as well, and how their work fits into the whole. Our employees will not be "pigeon-holed" into the narrow confines of their immediate assigned tasks and will have the opportunity to learn and grow within our industry as a whole.

If you want your work to have an impact on the field of computational fluid dynamics as used in a variety of industries while working on cutting-edge tools and products, consider applying to this position.

Location

Preferred local (Dublin, Ohio) with opportunities for hybrid-remote and remote work as appropriate for the skill level and experience of the candidate.