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Altus LLC

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Aberdeen, MD · On-site

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Holtec International

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Camden, NJ · On-site

$95K - $115K/yr

The CFD Engineer Specialist will support engineering and licensing requirements, leading to the ... The engineer will use, and have the opportunity to learn, various methods and software to perform ...

CFD Research Corporation

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Navel Architect

Harvey, LA · On-site

S. degree in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering with a minimum of 6 monthsa experience in ... Experience with Orca 3D Marine CFD or other CFD software, and Hydrocomp NavCad software is ...

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As of Jun 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance cfd software developer in the United States is $57.79, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47.12 and $63.46 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectFreelance Cfd Software DeveloperCfd Engineer
CredentialsTypically self-taught or with specialized certifications; no formal degree requiredUsually requires a degree in engineering, physics, or related fields; professional certifications are common
Work EnvironmentIndependent, remote, project-basedIn-house or consulting roles within companies or research institutions
Industry UsageUsed by clients across various industries for custom CFD solutionsEmployed by organizations to develop, test, and optimize CFD models

While both roles involve CFD expertise, a Freelance Cfd Software Developer primarily works independently on custom software projects, whereas a Cfd Engineer typically works within a team or organization to develop and apply CFD models. The developer focuses on coding and software creation, while the engineer emphasizes application and analysis.

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RESEARCH ENGINEER - SR. RESEARCH ENGINEER - Computational Combustion Engineer

RESEARCH ENGINEER - SR. RESEARCH ENGINEER - Computational Combustion Engineer

Southwest Research Institute - Fulltime

San Antonio, TX • On-site

$94K - $129K/yr

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Posted 24 days ago

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Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

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Who We Are: The Propulsion & Energy Machinery Section performs engineering R&D in the fields of gas turbine combustion, air-breathing propulsion, industrial heat and power, and liquid propulsion. Our technologies are powering a cleaner future and advancing state-of-the-art propulsion systems for air and space flight. Objectives of this Role: Support the development, analysis, and testing of power generation and propulsion systems, with a specific focus on combustion applications.

Engage in the development of advanced computational models to explore complex combustion phenomena, contributing to cutting-edge research in thermofluids, power generation, and propulsion systems. Utilize expertise in heat transfer, fluid dynamics, gas dynamics, and combustion processes to optimize designs and improve performance in power generation and propulsion systems. Leverage state-of-the-art Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software, including Ansys Fluent, Converge, and OpenFOAM to simulate flow conditions and analyze combustion processes in power generation and propulsion systems.

Integrate experimental insights with simulation data to validate models and develop predictive capabilities for combustion processes in power generation and propulsion systems operating under extreme conditions. Daily and Monthly Responsibilities: Provide cross-disciplinary support to multiple projects within the field of combustion, focusing mainly on computational tasks. Conduct design, optimization, and validation of combustion processes using CFD.

Contribute to the design of combustion processes for power generation and propulsion systems. Assist in executing experimental test campaigns, including data acquisition, processing, and analysis, to support model validation. Be a problem solver that exercises creativity and independent judgement in developing approaches to address a wide range of technical challenges.

Requirements: Requires a Bachelors, Masters or a PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering degree. 5 years relevant professional experience required with Bachelors degree, 3 years relevant professional experience required with Masters degree, and 1 year of related experience required with PhD. 1-5 years: Demonstrated experience in CFD simulations of thermofluids and combustion processes.

Experience with supersonic and/or hypersonic flow simulations is preferred but not required. 1-5 years: Experience in computationally-aided design of propulsion and power generation systems. Experience in designing system components is also valued.

1-5 years: Demonstrated proficiency in using CFD software such as Ansys Fluent, Converge, STAR-CCM+, or OpenFOAM for simulating and analyzing combustion processes. Experience with additional simulation tools is preferred but not required. Experimental experience with combustion processes and mechanical design is highly desirable but not mandatory.

MS or PhD degrees in engineering are preferred, but not required. Relevant degrees will also be considered. A valid/clear driver's license is required.

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