Lead Engineer, CFD - U.S. or CAN Remote in Montreal, Quebec at Simu Tech Group

Lead Engineer – Fluids (CFD)

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.

Unmatched Health Coverage: Zero‑cost in‑network medical care with no premiums, deductibles, or copays for you and your family.
Complete Dental & Vision Benefits: 100% premium coverage for dental and vision insurance.
Wellness Programs Tailored to You: Access free workouts, personalized training sessions, nutritional counseling, mindfulness programs, stress management, and more with our corporate wellness coach.

• You’ll serve as a technical leader on complex CFD consulting projects with high visibility and impact.
• You’ll work directly with customers and account managers to shape simulation strategies and drive results.
• You’ll lead multi‑engineer engagements, influencing both technical direction and project delivery.
• You’ll mentor and develop engineers while contributing to a strong, collaborative technical culture.
• You’ll solve challenging, real‑world fluid dynamics problems across a variety of industries.

• 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

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field required; Master’s or PhD preferred
• 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

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

Location: USA or Canada, remote
Travel: Up to 25%

Pay range: $109,000–$144,000
(Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location.)

This is your opportunity to join a forward‑thinking engineering team where your leadership, technical expertise, and passion for innovation will make a measurable impact. Apply today to help drive SimuTech Group’s mission to revolutionize engineering through simulation.

SimuTech Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.