AI / Simulation Engineer (Computation Fluid Dynamics - Combustion)

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute CFD simulations for refrigerant leakage, gas dispersion, and ventilation analysis
• Model multiphase flows, multi-species transport, and transient flow behavior
• Perform fire and combustion simulations, including ignition, flame propagation, and heat release
• Analyze hazard scenarios such as confined space leakage, accumulation, and flammability limits
• Apply appropriate boundary conditions for leak sources, mass flow rates, and environmental conditions
• Conduct steady-state and transient simulations for leak evolution and fire scenarios
• Interpret results to identify risk zones, ignition probability, and mitigation strategies
• Support V&V activities, including comparison with test data and literature correlations
• Prepare technical reports highlighting assumptions, risks, and safety insights
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on safety, compliance, and product design

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s / Master’s in Mechanical, Chemical, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
• 4–8 years of experience in CFD with focus on fluid flow and safety modeling
• Strong fundamentals in:
• Fluid dynamics and turbulence
• Heat transfer
• Multiphase flow and species transport
• Combustion and fire dynamics
• Experience with CFD tools such as: ANSYS Fluent / CFX / STAR-CCM+ / OpenFOAM / COMSOL
• Hands-on experience in:
• Refrigerant leakage modeling
• Gas dispersion and ventilation studies
• Fire/combustion simulations
• Understanding of:
• Flammability limits and hazard assessment
• Transient flow and leak dynamics
• Basic V&V practices
• Good communication and technical documentation skills
• Preferred:
• Exposure to HVAC/refrigeration systems
• Familiarity with safety / regulatory-driven simulations