SwirlX
Job Opening – Chief Engineer (Thermal / CFD)
Location
: Seoul, South Korea
Employment Type
: Full-time
Field
: Thermal Engineering / CFD / Experimental Validation
About Us
SwirlX is a high-performance cooling technology startup revolutionizing energy efficiency in AI data centers and high-performance servers.
Key Responsibilities
Lead
CFD analysis
and performance optimization for thermal design, liquid cooling and related cooling systems
Conduct
thermal-fluid simulations
to predict and validate system performance
Design and execute
experimental testing
(heat transfer, pressure drop, flow visualization, etc.)
Collaborate with manufacturing, design, simulation, and testing teams across the product lifecycle
Research and integrate new technologies for PoC and commercialization
Participate in customer PoC discussions and technical meetings, including technical documentation preparation
Qualifications
Master's degree or higher (Ph.D. preferred) in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
Advanced proficiency in
CFD tools
(ANSYS Fluent, STAR-CCM+, OpenFOAM, or equivalent)
Minimum 3 years of experience in liquid cooling, or thermal/fluid equipment design and analysis
Proven track record in experimental setup, measurement, and data analysis
Deep understanding of heat transfer, turbulence modeling, and pressure drop fundamentals
Strong communication skills and ability to produce technical documentation
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in data center or electronics cooling system design
Expertise in optimizing designs for
complex topologies
Familiarity with heat load testing (e.g., AHRI)
Leadership experience in startup or small R&D environments
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary with stock options
Access to the latest CFD and design software tools
Sponsorship for international conferences and industry events
Flexible working hours and hybrid work options
High autonomy and direct impact in decision-making