CFD Analyst (Mission Critical/Data Center)

Responsibilities

• Utilize CFD tools to solve physics-based problems related to indoor and outdoor building flows, thermal comfort, contaminant dispersion and condensation controls
• Improve existing analytical capabilities by developing and improving best practices, automating processes, and streamlining workflows
• Maintain working knowledge of relevant computational fluids research in the building mechanical field with proactive research
• Document, report, and make technical presentations of engineering solutions to design teams and clients
• Work independently while communicating and coordinating with other engineering disciplines and project managers

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or other related discipline
• 3 years of relevant work experience
• Knowledgeable on Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, and Building Mechanical Systems
• Ability to perform quality work within deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree
• Demonstrated experience in understanding and using CFD analysis software (FloEFD, STAR CCM+, Fluent, FDS, OpenFOAM, 6SigmaRoom)
• Familiarity with software development for writing User Defined Functions (UDF) for commercial software
• Experience in programming languages such as Python, C++ and Java
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills, planning & organizing skills, decision making and time management skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills and ability to clearly communicate research findings through presentations and reports
• Strong drive for results and continuous improvement

Compensation and Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

Expected Salary: $91,000 - $129,000

About kW Mission Critical Engineering

KW Mission Critical Engineering, a part of WSP USA, designs and manages mission critical facilities to ensure they remain operational 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets.