{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"63ed4e28e8ca9cbc7dd80aea","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/63ed4e28e8ca9cbc7dd80aea","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/63ed4e28e8ca9cbc7dd80aea","title":"CFD Engineer, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)","description":"OverviewIn this role you will execute hands-on CFD studies for data center environments, delivering actionable design guidance from complex simulations. You will work within the Buildings and Places group on global, fast-paced projects, often in a remote setup with occasional travel. You'll translate simulation results into practical recommendations for airflow, containment, and cooling strategies while upholding high-quality CFD workflows. This position offers exposure to cross-functional teams and opportunities for upward career mobility, contributing to critical infrastructure projects worldwide.Compensation / Benefitsmedical, dental, visionflexible work optionsretirement savings planemployee stock purchase planpaid time offwell-being resourcesResponsibilitiesOwn the full CFD study lifecycle from problem definition to technical reportingPerform internal data hall studies focusing on inlet temperatures, airflow, and containment conceptsConduct external studies for cooling equipment and outdoor exhaust/air intakesRun steady-state and transient analyses for outages and load changesDevelop defensible modeling inputs from design data and field measurementsApply verification/validation practices including mesh checks and energy balance reviewsEvaluate results against criteria and guidance (ASHRAE 9.9, codes, client requirements)Translate findings into prioritized actionable recommendations for equipment and airflow managementPrepare client-ready reports and visualizations; present findings to project teamsContribute to templates, workflows, quality checks, and knowledge sharingKey requirementsBachelor in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or closely related field6+ years of hands-on CFD experience in data centers or similar thermal-management environmentsProficiency with Cadence 6SigmaDCX, Ansys Fluent, Ansys CFX, or OpenFOAMStrong fundamentals in fluid mechanics, heat transfer, thermodynamics, turbulence modeling, and HVAC operationExperience modeling internal IT spaces and external environments (yards, equipment, intakes, exhausts)Knowledge of data center cooling architectures, redundancy, controls, and failure scenariosPreferred: Professional Engineer (PE) and experience with US codes/standardsstrong written and verbal communicationtechnical storytelling and presentation skillsability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teamsCFD workflow development and mesh generationboundary condition development from design data and performance curvesverification & validation practices and sensitivity analysis","company":"AECOM","rawCompany":"aecom","city":"Sioux Falls","state":"SD","isRemote":true,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-26T14:37:55.516Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2141.00","title":"Mechanical Engineers","slug":"mechanical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"},{"code":"17-2051.00","title":"Civil Engineers","slug":"civil-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"541690","title":"Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services","slug":"other-scientific-and-technical-consulting-services"},{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"CFD Engineer, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)","description":"OverviewIn this role you will execute hands-on CFD studies for data center environments, delivering actionable design guidance from complex simulations. 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