Mechanical Simulation Engineer

Job Summary

Seeking a Mechanical Simulation Engineer with expertise in OpenFOAM and/or OpenSees, this fully remote, flexible contract role involves developing CFD simulations, executing nonlinear structural analyses, and validating results against benchmarks while committing 10-40 hours per week.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, configure, and run CFD simulations using OpenFOAM for various engineering problems
• Build and execute nonlinear structural and seismic analysis models using OpenSees
• Validate simulation results and document methodologies for both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Structural/Civil Engineering, or a closely related field; Master's or Ph.D. preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency with OpenFOAM and/or OpenSees
• Strong understanding of continuum mechanics and finite element methods
• Experience working in Linux environments and using command-line tools and scripting
• Ability to interpret and evaluate simulation results with engineering judgment