CFD Engineer, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)
Core
Hands-on CFD Engineer executing internal and external airflow, thermal, and equipment-discharge studies for data centers to convert simulation results into practical design actions.
Role type
Senior IC CFD Engineer (Data Centers)
Builds
Data center thermal management solutions and airflow containment strategies
Domain
Data Center Infrastructure / HVAC / Thermal Engineering
Required skills
Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Thermodynamics, Turbulence Modeling, HVAC System Operation, Mesh Generation, Boundary Condition Setup, Verification and Validation, Technical Reporting
Preferred skills
Professional Engineer (PE) License, US Codes and Standards Knowledge, Advanced Technical Writing, Presentation Skills
Technologies
Ansys Fluent, Ansys CFX, OpenFOAM, Cadence 6SigmaDCX
Responsibilities
Own the full CFD study lifecycle from scoping to final report; Perform internal data hall studies addressing rack temperatures and containment; Perform external studies for cooling towers and exhaust systems; Conduct steady-state and transient analyses for failure scenarios; Develop defensible modeling assumptions and document data gaps; Apply verification and validation practices including mesh-sensitivity checks; Evaluate results against ASHRAE TC 9.9 and client requirements; Translate findings into actionable recommendations for equipment and airflow management; Prepare client-ready reports and visualizations; Present findings to multidisciplinary teams and coordinate implementation; Contribute to standardized templates and mentor less-experienced staff.
