Mid Level Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer Jobs
Mid level computational fluid dynamics engineer jobs go to engineers ready to take full ownership of simulation workflows, mentor junior team members, and deliver results with minimal oversight. Hiring runs across Energy, Aerospace & Defense, and Education, with 11% remote or hybrid availability, and employers like Shield AI, Autoliv, and Flexcompute competing for engineers at this level now.
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Inflator Ballistics & Fluid Dynamics CAE Senior Engineer
We are looking for an Inflator Ballistics & Fluid Dynamics CAE Senior Engineer to support the design and validation of airbag inflator systems through advanced simulation and computational analysis. In this role, you will model complex thermal and fluid dynamic phenomena, optimize product performance, and collaborate with global engineering teams on innovative automotive safety solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute CFD and CAE simulations for airbag inflator development.
- Analyze fluid flow, thermodynamics, and ballistic behavior of safety systems.
- Correlate simulation results with testing and provide design recommendations.
- Develop scripts and automation tools to improve simulation efficiency.
- Collaborate with global engineering teams, customers, and suppliers.
- Support continuous improvement of simulation methods and engineering processes.
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in CAE, CFD, or simulation engineering.
- Strong interest in Physics, Mathematics, and Computer Science.
- Experience with programming languages such as Python, Fortran, MATLAB, Scilab, or C++.
We will be more than glad to chat with you about your experience and your career goals.
In our international work setting, you will find a range of opportunities that are designed to enhance your career and personal development. Including new and different perspectives is part of what ensures the team’s success. We are committed to develop people’s skills, knowledge and creative potential. Our training and development programs emphasize technical competency, leadership development and business management skill.
More lives saved – more life lived!
What’s in it for you:
- Attractive compensation package
- Recognition awards, company events, university discount options and many more perks.
- Gender Pay Equality
Autoliv is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Autoliv does not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Autoliv does business.
Function
Research, Development & Engineering
Location
Ogden - Technical Center (OTC)
Employment type
Full-time
Ogden - Technical Center (OTC)
Workplace & Culture
We strive to save more lives and prevent serious injuries, and we continuously focus on quality, confidence and security for our customers, stability and growth for our shareholders and employees, as well as being sustainable and earning trust within our communities.
About Autoliv United States
Autoliv is the worldwide leader in automotive safety systems. Through our group companies, we develop, manufacture and market protective systems, such as airbags, seatbelts, and steering wheels for all major automotive manufacturers in the world as well as mobility safety solutions.
At Autoliv, we challenge and redefine the standards of mobility safety to sustainably deliver leading solutions. In 2024, our products saved 37,000 lives and reduced 600,000 injuries.
Our ~65,000 colleagues in 25 countries are passionate about our vision of Saving More Lives and quality is at the heart of everything we do. We drive innovation, research, and development at our 13 technical centers, with their 20 test tracks.
Founded in 1953
Co-workers 65,000
Turnover 10.4 B USD
Inflator Ballistics & Fluid Dynamics CAE Senior Engineer
We are looking for an Inflator Ballistics & Fluid Dynamics CAE Senior Engineer to support the design and validation of airbag inflator systems through advanced simulation and computational analysis. In this role, you will model complex thermal and fluid dynamic phenomena, optimize product performance, and collaborate with global engineering teams on innovative automotive safety solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute CFD and CAE simulations for airbag inflator development.
- Analyze fluid flow, thermodynamics, and ballistic behavior of safety systems.
- Correlate simulation results with testing and provide design recommendations.
- Develop scripts and automation tools to improve simulation efficiency.
- Collaborate with global engineering teams, customers, and suppliers.
- Support continuous improvement of simulation methods and engineering processes.
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in CAE, CFD, or simulation engineering.
- Strong interest in Physics, Mathematics, and Computer Science.
- Experience with programming languages such as Python, Fortran, MATLAB, Scilab, or C++.
We will be more than glad to chat with you about your experience and your career goals.
In our international work setting, you will find a range of opportunities that are designed to enhance your career and personal development. Including new and different perspectives is part of what ensures the team’s success. We are committed to develop people’s skills, knowledge and creative potential. Our training and development programs emphasize technical competency, leadership development and business management skill.
More lives saved – more life lived!
What’s in it for you:
- Attractive compensation package
- Recognition awards, company events, university discount options and many more perks.
- Gender Pay Equality
Autoliv is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Autoliv does not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Autoliv does business.
Function
Research, Development & Engineering
Location
Ogden - Technical Center (OTC)
Employment type
Full-time
Ogden - Technical Center (OTC)
Workplace & Culture
We strive to save more lives and prevent serious injuries, and we continuously focus on quality, confidence and security for our customers, stability and growth for our shareholders and employees, as well as being sustainable and earning trust within our communities.
About Autoliv United States
Autoliv is the worldwide leader in automotive safety systems. Through our group companies, we develop, manufacture and market protective systems, such as airbags, seatbelts, and steering wheels for all major automotive manufacturers in the world as well as mobility safety solutions.
At Autoliv, we challenge and redefine the standards of mobility safety to sustainably deliver leading solutions. In 2024, our products saved 37,000 lives and reduced 600,000 injuries.
Our ~65,000 colleagues in 25 countries are passionate about our vision of Saving More Lives and quality is at the heart of everything we do. We drive innovation, research, and development at our 13 technical centers, with their 20 test tracks.
Founded in 1953
Co-workers 65,000
Turnover 10.4 B USD
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Mid Level Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level computational fluid dynamics engineer job?
Position yourself by highlighting simulation projects you owned end to end, not just contributed to. Emphasize the CFD solvers you have worked with independently, the physical domains you have modeled, and any validation or optimization work you led. Applications that show concrete outcomes, such as reduced iteration cycles or improved mesh accuracy, stand out far more than a list of tools.
Which companies hire mid level computational fluid dynamics engineers?
Companies hiring mid level computational fluid dynamics engineers right now include Shield AI, Autoliv, and Flexcompute, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from aerospace and defense contractors, automotive OEMs and suppliers, and engineering consultancies that need engineers who can run complex simulations with limited hand-holding.
Are there remote mid level computational fluid dynamics engineer jobs?
Yes, though remote availability is more limited than in pure software roles given the compute infrastructure and collaboration needs of CFD work. About 11% of mid level computational fluid dynamics engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements being the more common structure at companies running on-site high-performance computing clusters.
How do I move up to a mid level computational fluid dynamics engineer role?
Moving from entry level to mid level in CFD comes down to depth and demonstrated ownership. Build expertise in a specific physical domain such as turbulence modeling, heat transfer, or multiphase flow, and seek out projects where you are responsible for the full simulation pipeline from geometry setup through post-processing. Measurable results, such as a design improvement validated by your simulation, make the progression case clearly.
Which industries hire the most mid level computational fluid dynamics engineers?
Mid Level computational fluid dynamics engineer roles concentrate in Energy, Aerospace & Defense, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because product development cycles in aerospace, automotive, and energy depend heavily on simulation-driven design to reduce physical prototyping costs and accelerate time to market.