DockYard Hiring for CFD Engineer at Boston, MA Full Time

DockYard is hiring a Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer to work on a high value R&D project. This role will directly to the Director of Research & Development at DockYard.

Who We Are

DockYard is a remote first, digital product consultancy that partners with forward-thinking teams to build scalable digital products. We equip our clients with the skills to navigate their product journey from idea to impact. Alongside our consultancy, we have a burgeoning Research & Development department. Although in its nascent stages, our R&D is driving innovation, with a focus on Elixir’s Machine Learning ecosystem and Live View Native development. We don’t merely adapt to the future; we aim to create it.

We don’t just use innovative approaches to product development – we lead them. That’s why visionary companies like Netflix and Apple have trusted us to overcome complex product challenges.

We’re honored to have been included on guides ranging from The Startup Weekly’s Exceptional Workplace Award (2021), The BBJ’s Fast 50 (2021, 2020), Inc 5000 (2020, 2019) and Fast Company’s Best Places to Work for Innovators (2020) amongst others.

The Role

In this role you will be tasked with working on an R&D project for product development. You will be interacting with a small technical team including software, machine learning and hardware engineers. The ideal candidate is a self-starter and independent engineer who enjoys solving novel and complex problems. You will not only be developing computational models, but will also be validating them through testing.

Responsibilities

• Creating computer models to test design concepts and simulate performance before they are deployed in field experiments
• Analyzing data to identify risks and opportunities for improvement
• Examining and testing prototypes to ensure that they meet design specifications
• Preparing s and presentations on findings and recommendations

Must Haves

• Masters degree or PhD student with focus in fluid dynamics
• Academic or professional background in boundary layer physics
• Experience with Navier-Stokes equations and/or the Lattice Boltzmann method to develop fluid simulation calculations
• Located in the New England region to be present for validation of modeling

Nice to Haves

• Experience with the Elixir programming language

Employment Type

Contract

Level

Internship/Mid Level

Location

Greater Boston Area

DockYard is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, political affiliation, personal appearance, pregnancy, family responsibilities, matriculation, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.