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Flexcompute Inc.

CFD Solver Developer

Watertown, MA · On-site

Flexcompute is seeking an experienced software developer to contribute to a modern Computational ... Strong background in Fluid Mechanics, Structural Mechanics, Aeroacoustics, Conjugate Heat Transfer ...

SigSauer

Sr. Design Engineer

Exeter, NH · On-site

FEA, motion, CFD, heat transfer, or other software. Review analyses completed by other Engineers for accuracy and provide guidance for identified concerns. * Process all levels of change orders ...

Honeywell

Chemical Engineer - Heat Transfer

Tonawanda, NY · Hybrid

$92K - $115K/yr

Proven expertise in chemical engineering principles and practices, including heat transfer, process design and optimization. * Strong knowledge of process simulation software and tools relevant to ...

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As of Jul 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for cfd heat transfer engineer in the United States is $93,015.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,500.00 and $110,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Cfd Heat Transfer Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a CFD Heat Transfer Engineer, you need a strong background in fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, heat transfer, and proficiency in engineering analysis, typically supported by a degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering. Expertise in computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software such as ANSYS Fluent, STAR-CCM+, or OpenFOAM, along with familiarity with CAD and meshing tools, is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective teamwork and communication abilities help candidates excel in collaborative engineering environments. These competencies are essential for accurately modeling complex thermal systems and delivering reliable engineering solutions in practical projects.

What does a typical day look like for a CFD Heat Transfer Engineer?

A typical day for a CFD Heat Transfer Engineer involves setting up and executing simulations to analyze heat transfer and fluid flow in various engineering systems, reviewing and validating results, and preparing technical reports or presentations. Engineers often collaborate closely with design, manufacturing, and testing teams to interpret simulation outcomes and recommend design optimizations. The role may also include troubleshooting modeling issues, refining mesh quality, and staying up to date with the latest software tools and industry best practices. This combination of technical analysis and cross-functional teamwork ensures that engineering processes and product designs effectively meet thermal performance requirements.

What is a CFD Heat Transfer Engineer job?

A CFD Heat Transfer Engineer specializes in using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations to analyze and optimize heat transfer in various engineering applications. They work on thermal management, cooling systems, and energy efficiency for industries like aerospace, automotive, electronics, and manufacturing. Their role involves developing models, running simulations, and interpreting results to improve product performance and system design. Strong knowledge of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and numerical methods is essential.

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Materials Process Engineer - Metals

Vulcan Elements

Durham, NC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Vulcan Elements is manufacturing American rare-earth permanent magnets for a secure, resilient future. With a focus on national security and economic resiliency, we serve critical industries such as defense, aerospace, and automotive powering a high-technology future. Vulcan Elements is building a team of ambitious professionals committed to Mission Focus, Technical Excellence and Transparency.

As a Materials and Process Engineer with a metals focus, you will build and validate computational models of fluid dynamics, heat transfer, electromagnetic behavior, and mechanical response across key process steps, providing engineering insight that drives process optimization and supports product development. This is a technical role requiring strong fundamentals in computational mechanics, experience with commercial simulation platforms, and the ability to translate modeling results into actionable manufacturing guidance. This role begins in Durham, NC and is expected to move to Benson, NC upon completion of new facility.

Responsibilities

  • Model thermal conditions during manufacturing processes such as sintering, heat treatment, and casting.
  • Create representative models for various manufacturing processes including fluid dynamics, mechanical behavior, heat transfer, and electromagnetic phenomena.
  • Use models combined with process data to support process improvement and optimization.
  • Build and refine simulations using ANSYS (Mechanical, Maxwell, ROCKY, Fluent), COMSOL Multiphysics, or equivalent commercial simulation platforms.
  • Collaborate with process, materials, and data engineers to integrate simulation outputs into process development and optimization workflows.
  • Design simulation studies to evaluate process sensitivities, identify failure modes, and guide experimental campaigns.
  • Document modeling assumptions, boundary conditions, validation results, and recommendations in a structured manner consistent with quality system requirements.
  • Support development of custom scripts and automation tools (Python, MATLAB, or similar) for pre/post-processing of simulation data.

Responsibilities and tasks outlined are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the business.

Qualifications

  • B.S. or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or a closely related field.
  • Demonstrated experience building and validating process models using ANSYS (e.g., Mechanical, Maxwell, ROCKY, Fluent), COMSOL Multiphysics, or equivalent commercial simulation software.
  • Strong working knowledge of computational fluid dynamics (CFD), heat transfer modeling, and mechanical stress/strain analysis.
  • Proficiency with scripting languages (Python, MATLAB, or similar) for simulation setup, data extraction, and post-processing.
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple concurrent modeling efforts, and communicate results clearly to cross-functional teams.

Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience modeling metal manufacturing processes such as sintering, casting, powder compaction, forging, or heat treatment.
  • Experience modeling particle-level interactions including powder packing, granular flow, or discrete element methods (DEM).
  • Experience with electromagnetic modeling and simulation (e.g., ANSYS Maxwell) for magnetic field analysis or electromagnetic process design.
  • Familiarity with phase-field, CALPHAD, or other microstructure-evolution modeling approaches.
  • Experience with Multiphysics coupled simulations (e.g., thermo-mechanical, fluid-structure interaction).
  • Familiarity with GPU-accelerated computing, HPC environments, or cloud-based simulation platforms.
  • Experience in a production, industrial, or R&D environment with exposure to manufacturing constraints and process validation.

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