Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Engineer/Analyst

Overview

Perform CFD modeling to optimize building and data center designs, including thermal and fire analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• computational modelling
• cfd proposals
• project management
• data centre modelling
• fire simulation
• wind infiltration

Tasks

-Assessing the development and deployment of computational modelling tools and capability for analysing and delivering high performance and informed building environments. -Supporting proposal development for CFD scope. -Assisting the CFD team in delivery and project management to optimize facility design, with a focus on Data Centre modelling, and fire simulation for underground structures using Ansys Fluent, CFX, 6Sigma, and FDS. -Wind-driven envelope infiltration studies,

Requirements

• cfd modelling
• ansys fluent
• equest
• engineering degree
• 5 years
• teamwork

What You Bring

-Excellent knowledge of fluid mechanics and thermodynamics enabling understanding of the appropriate application of CFD modelling in relation to transient vs steady state, turbulence model complexity, radiation, modelling of particulates / scalar transport amongst other considerations. -Proficient with Microsoft Office programs -Availability to travel out of state -A minimum of 2 years experience -Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation and team working skills. -Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architectural Engineering or closely related field -Indoor temperature / thermal comfort studies, -Working knowledge of CFD software such as, ANSYS CFD Suite, Autodesk CFD, CoolSim, MicroFlo, SimCenter STAR-CCM+, IES (EMEA), FDS, PyroSim. -A minimum of 5 years of CFD modelling experience. -Ability to develop detailed energy models with eQuest or other simulation software -Understanding of mechanical systems and controls and knowledge -Excellent writing and documentation skills -A minimum of 2 years of modelling experience with the Cadence Reality (6Sigma), Ansys Fluent, or FDS / PyroSim software. -A track record of successfully delivering projects related to: -An Engineering / Energy / Physics / Mathematics related Bachelor's degree, or equivalent in a relevant subject and desirable to have a CFD / Engineering / Physics / Mathematics related Master's degree, or equivalent in a relevant subject. -Ability to work in a team environment -Understanding of energy-efficient commercial lighting systems -Experience working within the architectural design process -Outdoor air intake / exhaust separation studies, -Competency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and SharePoint. -Outdoor thermal comfort / UTCI studies,

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About Hdr

-provides innovative and sustainable solutions for infrastructure, buildings, and the environment. -combines engineering, architecture, and environmental stewardship in a holistic approach. -designing award-winning transit systems, water treatment plants, and energy-efficient buildings. -iconic public buildings and large-scale infrastructure projects.

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