Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world\'s challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients\' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career. Our Applied Science practice leverages a unique combination of technologies and expertise to engineer practical solutions to problems of national and international importance. We apply expertise in solid and fluid dynamics, materials science, acoustics, risk assessments, and computational simulation methods to solve complex problems. We perform research, mathematical modeling, software development, and design to manage risks to life safety in military platforms and installations, ships and submarines, critical infrastructure, tall buildings, public facilities, industrial and petrochemical plants, and automotive and airborne vehicles. Military, government, corporate, and academic clients value the validation of Applied Science\'s software and the critical insights gained from correlating analysis with testing. The Role We have the opportunity for a Senior Engineer to join our Applied Science Practice with a focus on Fire Dynamics and CFD modeling . This is a full-time opportunity intended for PHD or MS graduates who graduated within the last 24 months . The day-to-day role includes direct communication with senior staff working on Fire Dynamics and CFD modeling for various fire types, including alternative fuel, in transportation infrastructure and naval structures . It also includes R&D into novel fire protection and safety solutions. Responsibilities The Senior Engineer is expected to perform Fire Dynamics and CFD modeling to address deflagration, smoke transport and control, and thermal load effects on structures. The Senior Engineer will join an interdisciplinary team of computational mechanics engineers (CFD, FEM, AI/ML, etc.) . Tasks may include the following:
