Job Title: CFD Support Engineer / Airflow & Thermal Simulation Engineer (Data Centre Cooling)
Contract Type:
Fixed Term Contract
Contract Length:
12 months
Location:
DUB19-Corp Office (Dublin, IE) - Onsite, 5 days a week
Hourly Rate:
€28.87
About the Role:
Join our dynamic mechanical engineering team as a CFD Support Engineer Our organisation is at the forefront of innovative data centre cooling solutions, and we are seeking a junior-to-mid-level engineer who is eager to dive into the world of computational fluid dynamics (CFD). You'll collaborate with seasoned engineers and key stakeholders to enhance the efficiency of our global infrastructure. With access to top-notch office space, tools, and computational resources, you'll be set up for success
Skills:
* Experienced in Conduct CFD analysis of airflow and cooling performance in data centres using tools like HELYX, OpenFOAM, or similar.
* Experience in HVAC, data centre cooling, electronics cooling, or building services.
* Solid understanding of fluid dynamics and heat transfer fundamentals.
* Hands-on experience with CFD tools (e.g., HELYX, OpenFOAM, ANSYS, SimScale, or similar) is essential
* Basic Python scripting and Excel data analysis skills.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Eagerness to learn AWS-specific design requirements and CFD workflows.
What You'll Do:
* Post-process simulation results and create clear visual summaries for senior engineers.
* Validate CFD models against real-world data and operational benchmarks.
* Collaborate with design and sustainability teams to assess cooling performance and water use impacts.
* Contribute to the development and refinement of in-house modelling tools.
* Document model assumptions, simulation inputs, and result interpretations.
* Engage in knowledge-sharing and learn AWS-specific standards and CFD workflows.
* Occasionally support thermal or water model efforts on experimental designs or emerging technologies.
Qualifications:
* Familiarity with psychometrics, airside economizers, or evaporative cooling systems.
* Exposure to scripting or automation of CFD workflows (e.g., Python, bash, macros).
* Awareness of sustainability metrics like Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) or Water Usage Effectiveness (WUE).
* Enthusiasm for supporting sustainable, scalable, high-performance infrastructure.
* Bachelor's degree (or working toward one) in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, or a related field
Why Join Us?
This is your chance to work on real-world, large-scale CFD applications in a vibrant and innovative environment As part of our team, you will have access to cutting-edge AWS tools and mentorship, enabling you to contribute to one of the most advanced infrastructure systems globally. Plus, you'll be building your career in computational engineering while making an impact on sustainability
Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to grow in a supportive and forward-thinking organisation.
Apply now
and take the next step in your engineering career
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