Key skills
Communication
About this role
Olsson is an engineering firm focused on creating solutions that improve the world. They are seeking a Senior CFD Engineer to support their Data Center team by developing and executing CFD models for mission-critical facilities, collaborating closely with various engineering teams to deliver data-driven solutions.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute CFD models for data center and similar built‑environment applications, including interior and exterior analyses
- Perform model setup, troubleshooting, and validation with guidance from senior engineering staff
- Interpret CFD results and communicate findings through written reports and presentation materials
- Collaborate with engineering teams to support design decisions and improve system performance
- Participate in client discussions and presentations, explaining results and recommending solutions
- Apply understanding of ambient conditions, wind rose analysis, and psychrometrics to modeling efforts
- Coordinate with other Olsson teams, professional staff, and clients to support project delivery
- Periodically support CFD efforts in other markets served by Olsson, as needed
- Travel occasionally to job sites for observation or client meetings
Requirements:
- Demonstrated CFD modeling experience for data centers or similar complex facilities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of related CFD experience
- 8+ years of experience supporting engineering and facility design efforts
- Understanding of normal and emergency operating conditions within critical facilities
- Flexibility and willingness to provide timely, practical solutions
- Knowledge of typical data center equipment, systems, and operations
- Path toward Professional Engineer licensure
- Prior Six Sigma or Cadence Reality experience