{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"ce304d574dc1f03446f7fc5c","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ce304d574dc1f03446f7fc5c","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ce304d574dc1f03446f7fc5c","title":"CFD Application Engineer","description":"KETIV Technologies is seeking a skilled and motivated CFD Application Engineer to join our engineering team with a focus on Ansys CFD tools, especially in the field of turbomachinery. This role involves providing technical expertise, simulation support, and project delivery services to clients across aerospace, energy, automotive, and industrial sectors.\nThe ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience with Ansys Fluent, CFX, and the Ansys Turbomachinery Suite (BladeGen, TurboGrid, VISTA), combined with a solid foundation in rotating machinery design, aerodynamics, and thermal‑fluid analysis. A passion for solving complex engineering challenges and supporting cutting‑edge technology development is essential.\nResponsibilities Provide pre‑sales support by leading technical discussions with customers to identify simulation needs and recommend Ansys‑based solutions, and validating proposed solutions through product presentations, demonstrations and evaluations.\nDeliver post‑sales support to end users, including simulation guidance, workflow training, issue resolution, and licensing assistance.\nExecute and deliver consulting services and training for Ansys CFD tools, including developing proposals, delivering simulation reports, and presenting results.\nSupport simulations involving: Internal flows in rotating equipment (compressors, pumps, turbines)\nBlade design and meshing using BladeGen and TurboGrid\nGeneral‑purpose thermal and multiphase CFD simulations\nTurbulence modeling (RANS, LES etc.)\nCombustion simulations in gas turbine, boiler, other applications\n\nCollaborate with the sales team to support account growth and identify new simulation opportunities.\nCreate technical content (blogs, webinars, case studies) to promote Ansys CFD capabilities in industrial applications.\nQualifications M.S. or higher in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (or a closely related field)\nDocumented experience with Ansys Fluent and/or CFX, ideally in rotating machinery applications\nExperience using SpaceClaim, Workbench, BladeGen, TurboGrid, Vista‑CPD/Vista‑TF or similar turbomachinery‑specific tools\nStrong understanding of compressible/incompressible flow, blade loading, stage performance, and flow losses\nKnowledge of meshing techniques (CFD Meshing, ICEM CFD, TurboGrid)\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills\nStrong problem‑solving and analytical mindset\nWillingness to travel occasionally (typically Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. Person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. lawful permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status or have the ability to obtain an export authorization.\nPreferred Qualifications 3–5 years of experience in engineering simulation, preferably in the aerospace, defense, or automotive industries\nExperience in combustion, cavitation, or multiphase flows using Ansys tools\nFamiliarity with parametric studies, optimization, and design of experiments (DOE) within Workbench\nScripting experience in UDF (C), Python (PyFluent), or journal files\nExperience in Ansys Mechanical, Icepak, Forte, or Autodesk CFD\nThis is a full‑time position offering:\nCompetitive base salary with performance‑based bonuses\nMedical insurance with a variety of customizable plan options\nPaid holidays and flexible paid time off (PTO)\n401(k) plan with company match through Vanguard\nProfessional development, including Ansys certifications and training\nSalary Range: $95,000 – $115,000 per year\nFinal offer may vary depending on experience, education, skills, and business needs.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Ketiv","rawCompany":"ketiv","city":"Brea","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-04T03:49:43.550Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2141.00","title":"Mechanical Engineers","slug":"mechanical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"},{"code":"41-9031.00","title":"Sales Engineers","slug":"sales-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"336412","title":"Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing","slug":"aircraft-engine-and-engine-parts-manufacturing"},{"code":"336411","title":"Aircraft Manufacturing","slug":"aircraft-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"CFD Application Engineer","description":"KETIV Technologies is seeking a skilled and motivated CFD Application Engineer to join our engineering team with a focus on Ansys CFD tools, especially in the field of turbomachinery. This role involves providing technical expertise, simulation support, and project delivery services to clients across aerospace, energy, automotive, and industrial sectors.\nThe ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience with Ansys Fluent, CFX, and the Ansys Turbomachinery Suite (BladeGen, TurboGrid, VISTA), combined with a solid foundation in rotating machinery design, aerodynamics, and thermal‑fluid analysis. A passion for solving complex engineering challenges and supporting cutting‑edge technology development is essential.\nResponsibilities Provide pre‑sales support by leading technical discussions with customers to identify simulation needs and recommend Ansys‑based solutions, and validating proposed solutions through product presentations, demonstrations and evaluations.\nDeliver post‑sales support to end users, including simulation guidance, workflow training, issue resolution, and licensing assistance.\nExecute and deliver consulting services and training for Ansys CFD tools, including developing proposals, delivering simulation reports, and presenting results.\nSupport simulations involving: Internal flows in rotating equipment (compressors, pumps, turbines)\nBlade design and meshing using BladeGen and TurboGrid\nGeneral‑purpose thermal and multiphase CFD simulations\nTurbulence modeling (RANS, LES etc.)\nCombustion simulations in gas turbine, boiler, other applications\n\nCollaborate with the sales team to support account growth and identify new simulation opportunities.\nCreate technical content (blogs, webinars, case studies) to promote Ansys CFD capabilities in industrial applications.\nQualifications M.S. or higher in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (or a closely related field)\nDocumented experience with Ansys Fluent and/or CFX, ideally in rotating machinery applications\nExperience using SpaceClaim, Workbench, BladeGen, TurboGrid, Vista‑CPD/Vista‑TF or similar turbomachinery‑specific tools\nStrong understanding of compressible/incompressible flow, blade loading, stage performance, and flow losses\nKnowledge of meshing techniques (CFD Meshing, ICEM CFD, TurboGrid)\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills\nStrong problem‑solving and analytical mindset\nWillingness to travel occasionally (typically Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. Person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. lawful permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status or have the ability to obtain an export authorization.\nPreferred Qualifications 3–5 years of experience in engineering simulation, preferably in the aerospace, defense, or automotive industries\nExperience in combustion, cavitation, or multiphase flows using Ansys tools\nFamiliarity with parametric studies, optimization, and design of experiments (DOE) within Workbench\nScripting experience in UDF (C), Python (PyFluent), or journal files\nExperience in Ansys Mechanical, Icepak, Forte, or Autodesk CFD\nThis is a full‑time position offering:\nCompetitive base salary with performance‑based bonuses\nMedical insurance with a variety of customizable plan options\nPaid holidays and flexible paid time off (PTO)\n401(k) plan with company match through Vanguard\nProfessional development, including Ansys certifications and training\nSalary Range: $95,000 – $115,000 per year\nFinal offer may vary depending on experience, education, skills, and business needs.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","datePosted":"2026-07-04T03:49:43.550Z","dateModified":"2026-07-04T03:49:43.550Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Ketiv","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Brea","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"ce304d574dc1f03446f7fc5c"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ce304d574dc1f03446f7fc5c"}}