DLB Associates is a premier engineering and consulting firm specializing in innovative, mission-critical solutions across hyperscale data centers, advanced infrastructure, and high-performance building systems. With over four decades of expertise, we partner with some of the world’s most influential companies to design and optimize environments that demand precision, scalability, and resilience.
Join us and be part of a team where your voice matters, your work makes an impact, and your growth is a shared priority.
Position Title:CFD Engineer II
Position Location:Remote - workvirtually frommost locationsin the United States
Salary
DLB recognizes salary ranges from jobboardsdo not necessarily reflect our pay ranges. In many instances we out-compete those ranges for well-qualified candidates.
Job Summary
TheCFD Engineer IIwill have the opportunity to work with and collaborate with senior design staff to advance theirCFDskills fordata centerdesign and construction. They will learn, through hands-onapplication, how to design a wide variety of projects. This person will work as part of the Engineering Team and interact closely with the Project Management Team to produce construction documents,developand edit projectspecificationsandassistin the construction administration process.
TheCFD Engineer IIwill receive general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on newprojectsor assignments. May work independently consistently exercising discretion and independent judgment on individual work, or under immediate supervision. May serve as tradeleadon routine projects of limited scope.
TheCFD Engineer IIwill communicate andoperatein line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmentalobjectives.
Essential Functions
CFD Analysis Documentation Management(30%)
Participate in the entire process of CFD analysis documentation, ensuring accuracy and adherence to project goals from initiation through to validation.
Utilize data center specific CFD software tools likeReality DC Design byCadence, or equivalent (TileFlow,CoolSim, Autodesk CFD, etc.).
Utilize general CFD software like Star CCM+ for building / wind analysis or HVAC related equipment manufacturing. Pre-Simulation Planning(30%)
Coordinate closely with design teams to refine simulationobjectives, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of project requirements
Participate in discussions to define simulation prerequisites, collect necessary data, andestablishingaccurateinitialconditions for simulations
Identifychallenges and recommend modifications to design parameters or simulation setups, to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the simulation process Simulation Execution and Validation(30%)
Coordinate activitiesbetween design, project management, and clients, to ensureeffective communication andalignment of project objectives
Conducttechnical discussions with clients, presenting simulation findings,interpretresults, andprovideinsightsforCFD analyses
Conduct rigorous validation of CFD results, employing advanced analytical techniques to ensure that simulations are bothaccurateand reflective of real-world conditions
Participate inthe review process,identifyingdiscrepancies, andrecommendingsolutions to improvesimulationfidelity and project outcomes. Reporting (10%)
Prepare project progress reports for internal and external stakeholders
Update andmaintainshop drawing andRFIlog
Manage personal hours using company tools Technology, Digital Tools & AI-Enabled Efficiency
Leverage AI-enabled and digital tools to enhance efficiency, reduce manual effort, and support consistent, high-quality work output.
Identifyopportunities to improve processes anddemonstratea continuous learning mindset, seeking outnew technologies, skills, and methods that elevate individual and team performance.
Adapt toemergingtechnologies and evolving digital workflows, actively supporting the integration and adoption of innovative tools across the organization. Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget
Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned
Position Requirements (Intermediate level for all the following)
Knowledge of fluid mechanics principles including boundary layers, laminar flows, and basic heat transfer
Knowledge of core numerical methods in CFD like finite volume and element methods
Knowledge of primary turbulence models and their applications
Skilledin using CFD software for simulations and reviewing drawings with AutoCAD/Revit.
Skilled in using CFD data center specific software tools, especiallyReality DC Design byCadenceor its equivalent
Skilled inusing general CFD software like Star CCM+ for steady-state and transient simulations
Skilledin 3D modeling and cleaning and preparing complex CAD for CFD modeling
Skilled in JAVA or Python scripting and comfortable with Linux and HPC systems preferred
Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management
Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
Ability to work successfully in a remote environmentthrueffective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace
Ability to interpretCFDresults and communicatewellin writing and verbally
Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
Ability to analyze and prepare documents,reportsand correspondence
Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision
Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines
Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously Physical Demands
The following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonableaccommodationsmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is
Frequently required to remain in a stationary position
Frequently moving throughoffice,facilityand other environments
On occasion the employee may move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds
Travel / Relocation Requirements
Approximately 10%, this may include travel to any or all 50 US states
Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees,meetingfor business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc. Education / Experience
Master's degree in engineering PLUS
Threeto five years’ experience in a consultancy setting. Benefits
DLB Associates offers a very competitive benefits package; highlights include
Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
Flex spending accounts (FSA)
Dental and vision plans
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
Paid parental leave after one year of employment
CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC residents only: In accordance with CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC law, the range provided is DLB's reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and location.
DLB Associates is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and participates in the E-Verify program with the Department of Homeland Security. We encourage diversity in our workforce.
Are you ready to challenge yourself and redefine standards in the AEC industry? Apply now and join our award-winning team!
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
DLB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to DLB in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where DLB has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of DLB and DLB will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
DLB Associates is a premier engineering and consulting firm with over four decades of expertise specializing in innovative, mission-critical solutions across hyperscale data centers, advanced infrastructure, and high-performance building systems. The company partners with some of the world's most influential companies to design and optimize environments that demand precision, scalability, and resilience. They focus on commercial building design and construction, offering services in fire protection, plumbing engineering, and related disciplines. DLB Associates emphasizes a collaborative culture where employee voice, impact, and growth are shared priorities.
