Lead Engineer, CFD - U.S. or CAN Remote

Simu Tech Group•Montreal, QC

1d•$109,000 - $144,000•Remote

About The Position

At SimuTech Group, we are driving innovation and changing the world through the power of engineering simulation. Our growing team of energetic, tech‑savvy professionals works hard every day to inspire our clients to push the boundaries of innovation and deliver transformational products. If you are motivated and driven by a culture where top‑notch work ethic and passion are rewarded, then a career with SimuTech Group may be for you.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field required
Significant experience in CFD consulting or applied simulation
Proven experience leading projects and coordinating engineering teams
Experience working in customer‑facing or consulting environments
Strong foundation in fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and numerical methods
Demonstrated expertise in one or more CFD domains (e.g., multiphase flow, combustion, turbomachinery, aerodynamics, FSI, heat transfer)
Advanced experience with ANSYS Fluent and/or CFX
Experience with meshing tools (Workbench Meshing, ICEM, Fluent Meshing, Hypermesh, etc.)
Ability to lead complex technical projects, including planning, estimation, execution, and risk management
Ability to manage scope, timelines, and cross‑functional contributors
Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex concepts to technical and non‑technical audiences
Ability to support pre‑sales activities and drive software and services growth
Proven mentorship and team development capabilities
Strong problem‑solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills
Ability to work independently and as a technical leader within teams

Nice To Haves

Master’s or PhD preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as the technical program lead on CFD consulting projects, owning scope, schedule, execution strategy, and delivery quality
Break down complex problems into structured workstreams and coordinate multi‑engineer contributions
Drive technical decision‑making aligned with customer objectives and best practices
Identify risks, manage trade‑offs, and adjust execution strategies as needed
Work directly with customers to define analysis approaches, success criteria, and deliverables
Develop project scopes, proposals, timelines, and cost estimates
Perform CFD analyses across individual and team‑based engagements
Deliver actionable design recommendations to support engineering decisions
Prepare high‑quality technical reports and executive summaries
Provide expert‑level support for ANSYS Fluent and CFX, including complex or escalated issues
Serve as a subject matter expert in advanced CFD and industry‑specific applications
Partner with account managers to identify and develop high‑value customer solutions
Lead discovery discussions and help define simulation strategies
Deliver technical presentations and software demonstrations
Identify opportunities to expand customer engagement and grow accounts
Provide mentorship, coaching, and technical guidance to junior and mid‑level engineers
Conduct model reviews and deliver structured feedback
Contribute to a culture of collaboration, learning, and continuous improvement
Deliver ANSYS training courses at customer sites, virtually, and at SimuTech locations across the U.S. and Canada
Help customers build proficiency in CFD tools and methodologies

Benefits

Zero‑cost in‑network medical care with no premiums, deductibles, or copays for you and your family
100% premium coverage for dental and vision insurance
Access free workouts, personalized training sessions, nutritional counseling, mindfulness programs, stress management, and more with our corporate wellness coach
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
401k plan with employer match
Limited Flexible Spending Account
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Bonus plan