Consulting CFD Engineer – Automotive & Motorsport

Location: Midwest, USA (Hybrid)
Type: Full-Time | Function: Engineering Consulting & Technical Sales

The Opportunity

Are you a CFD expert with a passion for solving real-world engineering challenges and a knack for building strong client relationships?  We’re looking for an experienced Consulting CFD Engineer who combines deep technical expertise in OpenFOAM®, with a commercial mindset to join our US-based team.

In this high-impact role, you’ll work directly with leading automotive OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, and motorsport innovators, delivering cutting-edge simulation solutions that drive performance, efficiency, and speed to market. You’ll also play a key role in pre-sales/sales engagements, helping shape the future of our software and services through customer feedback and technical insight.

What You’ll Do

• Lead high-value CFD projects using OpenFOAM® and other tools, delivering actionable insights to top-tier automotive and motorsport clients.
• Engage directly with customers to understand their technical and business challenges and propose tailored solutions.
• Deliver high quality technical presentations in regular touchpoints with customers.
• Collaborate with the development team to drive innovation and influence product direction based on real-world use cases and customer feedback.
• Supervise and guide other support engineers and contribute towards best practice.

What You Bring

• 6+ years of CFD experience in external vehicle and/or motorsport aerodynamics, thermal dynamics and turbulence modelling.
• Detailed knowledge and experience of OpenFOAM® including process customization and workflow automation.
• Proficiency with commercial tools like iconCFD, ANSYS Fluent and STAR-CCM+.
• Strong programming skills in Python, shell scripting etc. for simulation automation and tool development.
• Experience working with or for automotive OEMs, motorsport teams, or engineering consultancies.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly and concisely translate technical insights to clients.
• A proactive, customer-focused mindset with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement.
• Authorized to work in the United States (without the need for visa sponsorship preferred).

Why Join Us?

• Work with prestigious clients on high-impact projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Be part of a collaborative, cross-functional team that values both technical excellence and commercial success.
• Influence the future of simulation software through direct collaboration with development teams.
• Enjoy flexible work arrangements and competitive compensation.

*Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

*OpenFOAM®  is a registered trade mark of OpenCFD Limited, producer and distributor of the OpenFOAM software via www.openfoam.com.