CFD Engineer - AI Trainer
Mindrift•New York, NY
•Remote
About The Position
Help train and evaluate AI agents on expert-level fluid simulation tasks. The role involves taking CAD geometry, setting up and running simulations, building verified reference solutions, and writing Python checks for agent results. This is a freelance opportunity that is fully remote and offers work on your own schedule. During active project phases, tasks are estimated to require around 10–20 hours per week; this is an estimate, not a guaranteed workload. Contributors can earn up to $69 per hour equivalent, depending on their level and pace of contribution. Compensation varies by project scope, complexity, and required expertise. Performance-based bonus programs reward high-quality work and consistent delivery.
Requirements
- A degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or a related field such as energy or oil & gas.
- Several years of hands-on industry or research CFD experience with OpenFOAM, ANSYS Fluent/CFX, or STAR-CCM+, including meshing.
- Solid verification and validation practice, including mesh-independence studies and validation against experiments or benchmarks.
- Comfort with Python and GitHub.
- English proficiency at B2 level or above.
Nice To Haves
- Aerospace, automotive, offshore, or turbomachinery background.
- Multiphase or particle-laden flow experience.
- A PhD is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Set up and run fluid simulations from CAD geometry.
- Build verified reference solutions.
- Write Python checks for AI agent results.
- Train and evaluate AI agents on expert-level fluid simulation tasks.
Benefits
- Fully remote work on your own schedule.
- Performance-based bonus programs that reward high-quality work and consistent delivery.
