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DLB Associates

Co-Simulation Engineer III

$104K/yr

Remote - work virtually from most locations in the United States Job Summary The Co-Simulation ... Bachelor's degree in Mechanical engineering (or similar relevant engineering field) and five (5) ...

The Pennsylvania State University

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional ... A degree in an area of study related to Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical ...

Merlin Labs

Implement schema-driven validation mechanisms for interfaces * Build foundational platform ... Mentor and elevate engineers working on simulation tools and routing infrastructure * Establish ...

Boutique Recruiting

Mechanical Engineer

Gurnee, IL · On-site +1

$110K - $120K/yr

Mechanical Engineer This position is a fully remote Mechanical Engineer responsible for designing and upgrading laser printing setups for customers in the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and ...

Above Group

Remote Mechanical Engineer (ME)

Melbourne, FL · On-site +1

Mechanical Engineer (ME) The Position The Mechanical Engineer for Above Group shall contribute and ... Desire and ability to work remote. Local candidates will have the option to work in the office or ...

Above Group

Remote Mechanical Engineer (ME)

Melbourne, FL · On-site +1

Mechanical Engineer (ME) The Position The Mechanical Engineer for Above Group shall contribute and ... Desire and ability to work remote. Local candidates will have the option to work in the office or ...

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As of Jun 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote mechanical simulation engineer in the United States is $102,878.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,500.00 and $126,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Mechanical Simulation Engineer vs Mechanical Design Engineer?

AspectRemote Mechanical Simulation EngineerMechanical Design Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering, simulation software certificationsBachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering, CAD software certifications
Work EnvironmentRemote, primarily computer-based, simulation labsOffice or on-site, CAD and prototyping labs
Industry UsageAutomotive, aerospace, product developmentProduct design, manufacturing, automotive, aerospace

The Remote Mechanical Simulation Engineer focuses on analyzing and testing mechanical systems virtually using simulation tools, often working remotely. In contrast, Mechanical Design Engineers are more involved in creating and developing physical mechanical components and assemblies, typically working on-site or in office environments. Both roles require strong engineering credentials and industry experience, but their daily tasks and work settings differ significantly.

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Mechanical & Structural Simulation Engineer (OpenFOAM / OpenSees) - Remote Freelance

Alignerr

Remote

$20 - $100/hr

Contractor

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Mechanical & Structural Simulation Engineer (OpenFOAM / OpenSees) - Remote Freelance
About the Role
What if your simulation expertise could directly shape how the next generation of structures and systems are designed, tested, and validated? We're looking for engineers based in the Netherlands with hands-on proficiency in
OpenFOAM
(computational fluid dynamics) and/or
OpenSees
(structural/earthquake engineering analysis) to contribute to advanced modeling, simulation, and analysis projects.
Whether your background is in mechanical engineering, structural engineering, or both - if you're fluent in open-source simulation tools and passionate about solving complex physical problems, this role is for you.
This is a fully remote, flexible contract role. Bring your deep technical skills, work on challenging problems, and collaborate with international teams pushing the boundaries of engineering simulation.
  • Type
    : Hourly Contract
  • Location
    : Remote
  • Commitment
    : 10-40 hours/week

What You'll Do
  • Develop, configure, and run CFD simulations using
    OpenFOAM
    for fluid flow, heat transfer, and multiphysics problems
  • Build and execute nonlinear structural and seismic analysis models using
    OpenSees
    for structural systems and components
  • Set up meshing, boundary conditions, material models, and solver configurations for complex engineering scenarios
  • Validate simulation results against experimental data, analytical benchmarks, or design code requirements
  • Post-process, visualize, and interpret simulation outputs to extract actionable engineering insights
  • Document methodologies, assumptions, and results clearly for technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Troubleshoot convergence issues, mesh sensitivity, and numerical instabilities
  • Collaborate asynchronously with multidisciplinary engineering teams on project deliverables

Who You Are
  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Structural/Civil Engineering, or a closely related field (B.Sc. minimum; M.Sc. or Ph.D. preferred)
  • Demonstrated proficiency with
    OpenFOAM
    for CFD applications and/or
    OpenSees
    for structural/seismic analysis
  • Strong understanding of continuum mechanics, finite element methods, and/or computational fluid dynamics fundamentals
  • Comfortable working in Linux environments and using command-line tools, scripting (Python, Bash, or Tcl), and version control
  • Able to interpret and critically evaluate simulation results with engineering judgment
  • Self-motivated and reliable when working independently on technically demanding tasks
  • Clear written communicator in English - able to produce well-organized technical reports and documentation

Nice to Have
  • Experience with both OpenFOAM and OpenSees across interdisciplinary projects
  • Familiarity with ParaView, Gmsh, Salome, or other pre/post-processing tools
  • Background in wind engineering, offshore engineering, hydraulic engineering, fluid-structure interaction, or performance-based design
  • Experience with high-performance computing (HPC) clusters for large-scale simulations
  • Knowledge of other simulation frameworks (ANSYS, Abaqus, LS-DYNA, COMSOL) for cross-validation
  • Published research or project portfolio demonstrating simulation work
  • Experience mentoring or reviewing the work of junior engineers

Why Join Us
  • Work on technically challenging, real-world engineering simulation projects
  • Fully remote and flexible - set your own hours and work from anywhere
  • Apply your niche expertise in open-source simulation tools to meaningful work
  • Collaborate with experienced engineers and researchers across disciplines
  • Freelance autonomy with the structure of well-defined, project-based deliverables
  • Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch

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