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Senior Simulation Engineer

Department:Technology Research & Development

Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Reports to: Manager, Technology Development

Eavor Technologies Inc. is seeking a Senior Simulation Engineer to advance its physics-based simulation capability supporting Jules, Eavor's next-generation geothermal drilling system. The simulator couples thermal-hydraulic and structural-mechanical models to represent drilling operations and support system design, operational analysis, and digital-twin applications.

This is a hands-on solver development role.

Some of what you will do:

Model and Solver Development

• Lead the development of physics-based models and numerical solvers, with primary emphasis on computational structural mechanics and integration with existing thermal-hydraulic models.
• Translate engineering needs into model requirements and development priorities.
• Improve solver robustness, accuracy, and computational performance.
• Lead verification and validation of the simulator using experimental, operational, analytical, and benchmark evidence.
• Maintain technical documentation covering model assumptions, limitations, and validation status.

Engineering Application and Integration

• Define solver interfaces, data requirements, and performance criteria for integration with the Jules system.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to define and evaluate simulation scenarios representing relevant drilling operations and system behaviours.
• Use simulation results to inform design reviews and assess the impact of design changes on system performance and operability.
• Contribute to the development of new intellectual property.
• Apply AI-enabled tools appropriately to improve software development and technical analysis.

Some of what you will need:

• MSc or PhD in engineering, physics, applied mathematics, or a related field, with 5+ years of experience developing numerical simulation software, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Expertise in computational structural mechanics and nonlinear finite element methods.
• Understanding of coupled multiphysics simulation, such as fluid-thermal or fluid-structure interaction.
• Strong mathematical foundations in linear algebra, numerical methods, and differential equations.
• Proficiency in Python.
• Ability to verify and validate models against test data, analytical solutions, or established simulation codes.
• Effective problem-solving, technical writing, communication, and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD in computational mechanics, scientific computing, or a related field.
• Experience applying computational mechanics to drilling systems, such as torque-and-drag, drillstring dynamics, or tubular mechanics.
• Familiarity with commercial and open source simulation tools for modelling and benchmarking such as COMSOL, Ansys, Abaqus, OpenFOAM, MOOSE, Elmer or CalculiX
• Proficiency with production software practices: typed code, automated testing, code review, and continuous integration.
• A background in performance engineering: profiling, compiled numerical kernels, or real-time and co-simulation interfaces.

Who is Eavor Technologies Inc.?

Eavor (pronounced "Ever") is a private company founded in 2017 to commercialize disruptive geothermal technology. We leverage oil and gas technology, along with some proprietary solutions, to create the world's first closed-loop geothermal system. Working with clients and partners, we are progressing a pipeline of commercial projects in Northern Europe, Canada, The United States, and Japan.

Why Eavor Technologies Inc.?

At Eavor, we're working to transform the future of clean energy. Our team is driven by a shared mission to develop scalable, reliable geothermal power that can help accelerate the global energy transition. Joining Eavor means being part of a collaborative, innovative team that is tackling one of the world's most important challenges. You'll work alongside passionate professionals across disciplines and geographies who are committed to building something meaningful.

What we bring to the table:

• Competitive compensation package including upside opportunity
• Comprehensive Benefits package which includes health, dental and life
• Company sponsored Health Care Spending Account
• Company sponsored RRSP matching program
• Fast-paced, fun, and collaborative working environment
• A team invested in you both personally and professionally

• New and freshly renovated office space including gym membership
• The opportunity to change the world and be a part of the evolution of scalable, clean, baseload and dispatchable power

Eavor Technologies is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and barrier-free workplace for all employees and candidates. Accommodation is available throughout the recruitment process upon request.