CFD Analyst

CFD Analyst (Thermal & Fluid Systems)

Apex Systems is looking to hire a fully ONSITE CFD Analyst (Thermal & Fluid Systems) for our client based out of Greensboro, NC.

This assignment is anticipated to be a 12-month contract with strong potential for extension; however, Apex Systems cannot guarantee the length of this assignment.

This will also have a first-shift Monday–Friday schedule.

Responsibilities:

• Perform Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis on components, subsystems, and full system models to evaluate thermal and airflow performance.
• Develop and execute simulation models to assess cooling performance and overall thermal management within complex mechanical systems.
• Analyze and interpret simulation results, prepare technical reports, and provide actionable design recommendations to improve system performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to support design decisions and ensure performance requirements are achieved.
• Plan and coordinate validation activities, including test support, instrumentation strategies, and correlation of simulation results with physical test data.
• Identify design improvements by synthesizing simulation outputs, experimental data, and system requirements.
• Lead efforts to resolve design challenges by working across multiple engineering disciplines from concept through production.
• Perform correlation and validation studies between simulation and test results, refining modeling approaches as needed.
• Support the development and improvement of simulation methodologies and best practices.
• Take ownership of assigned analyses and deliverables through completion and stakeholder alignment.

Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in CFD analysis within an engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of fluid dynamics, heat transfer, and thermodynamics principles.
• Experience using commercial CFD tools such as Star-CCM+, Fluent, or similar.
• Experience building detailed simulation models, including geometry preparation and meshing using tools such as ANSA, Hyper Mesh, or similar.
• Proven ability to validate and optimize system designs using simulation and test correlation methods.
• Experience working in cross-functional engineering teams to solve complex technical challenges.
• Experience with thermal system modeling and airflow analysis.
• Exposure to 1D simulation tools and coupled simulation approaches is a plus.
• Experience working in Linux environments and utilizing high-performance computing (HPC) systems for simulation runs.
• Scripting experience (e.g., shell or similar) for automation of simulation workflows is a plus.
• Hands-on experience supporting validation activities and experimental testing is a plus.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.