Fluid Dynamics and Thermal Engineer

2 days ago

Fremont, California, United States Pivotal Systems Full time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated Fluid Dynamics and Thermal Engineer to join our engineering team. The ideal candidate will apply principles of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics to design, analyze, and optimize systems and components for flow measurement and control. You will work closely with internal teams to support product development, system optimization, and innovation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and validate CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) models for fluid flow, heat transfer, and thermal management systems.
  • Conduct thermal and flow simulations to support product design and system performance optimization.
  • Set up and carry out lab experiments to test predictions from CFD models and to improve model accuracy.
  • Generate technical reports, documentation, and presentations for internal teams and external stakeholders.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's, Master's or Ph.D. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.   Advanced degree highly preferred.
  • Strong foundation in fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and thermodynamics.
  • Proficiency in CFD tools such as ANSYS Fluent, Star-CCM+, COMSOL, or OpenFOAM.
  • Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA, or AutoCAD).
  • Knowledge of scripting or programming (e.g., Python, MATLAB, or C++) is a plus.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience working in a product development lifecycle and R&D environment.
  • Hands-on experience setting up and carrying out fluid flow and thermal experiments.
  • Experience working with gas flow controllers.
  • Familiarity with the design and function of gas flow controllers.
  • Knowledge of flow calibration techniques and laboratory procedures.

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