Computational Fluid Dynamics Researcher/engineer

The Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at The Pennsylvania State University

State College, PA, USA
Base: $109,300.00 - $164,000.00; bonus/equity: not...
Hybrid
Physics-based code development
Overset grid methods
Unstructured and adaptive grid algorithms
The Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a researcher/engineer for our Computational Methods Development Department

Job Summary

  • The Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a researcher/engineer for our Computational Methods Development Department.
  • You will perform physics-based code development, verification, and validation in new and existing business areas, including overset grid methods, unstructured and adaptive grid algorithms, multiphase flows, vehicle maneuvering, fluid-structure interaction, ship hydrodynamics, and turbo-machinery.
  • The salary range for this position is $109,300.00 - $164,000.00.

Matching Summary

The Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a researcher/engineer for our Computational Methods Development Department.

Salary

Base: $109,300.00 - $164,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, robust retirement plans, substantial paid time off, 75% tuition discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • physics-based code development
  • overset grid methods
  • unstructured and adaptive grid algorithms
  • multiphase flows
  • vehicle maneuvering
  • fluid-structure interaction
  • ship hydrodynamics
  • turbo-machinery
  • HPC implementations and administration
  • C++
  • version control systems
  • parallel programming
  • DES/LES codes
  • scientific reports
  • presentations of findings

Nice-to-have

  • active government security clearance
  • StarCCM+
  • Pointwise
  • post-processing tools

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in an Engineering or Science discipline
  • 5+ years related experience
  • MS or MSc in an engineering, IT, or scientific discipline
  • Experience conducting computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis
  • Experience with the development of CFD algorithms or models
  • Experience creating computational meshes for use in CFD analyses
  • U.S. citizen

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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