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Muhammad A.

Lahore, Pakistan

$60/hr
4.3
75 jobs

I do computational fluid dynamics (CFD analysis) and finite element analysis (FEA) simulations for product teams and manufacturers who need results they can build on, not just colourful contour plots. If you need structural analysis or airflow optimization inside/outside a device, I'll validate/analyse and hand you a report that can actually help you. I'm a masters mechanical engineer graduate and I've spent my career on the simulations and product development. The thing most clients mention afterward is communication. I tell you what I'm doing, why I'm doing it and what the results mean, so you're never left staring at a plot you can't use. Few of my expertise I listed: • Airflow Analysis • Structural Analysis • Crashworthiness – Autodyn, LSDYNA • FSI Studies • Design Optimisation • Heat Transfer and Cooling • Electromagnetic Analysis • Linear & Non-Linear Simulations • Surface and complete product modelling • Injection Moulding • CAD Modelling Side by side with my fea cfd services, I run Solvo Engineers, a CFD consultation firm. So when you hire us as company you get overall discount with a small team behind me when a job gets large.My main softwares are Ansys, Solidworks, LS-DYNA, Abaqus, Comsol and OpenFOAM. On the CAD side I do 3D product design with BOM, mechanical part design and reverse engineering. I have worked with Entrepreneurs, Startups, VPs, Founders and CEOs of developed companies from different corners of the world. During that period, I learned "Best Practices" in delivering high standard FEA and CFD simulations alongside precise CAD modeling - driving projects to success. I don't just stick to what I know; I'm always learning by pushing through the tricky parts of simulations and CAD modeling. Each new shape or design teaches me something. Feel free to leave a message as I instantly respond to the queries. Best Regards, Muhammad PS. If you are not happy with the results, you will get full refund.

  • Engineering Simulation
  • 3D Modeling
  • SolidWorks
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Structural Analysis
  • Report Writing
  • Finite Element Analysis
  • CFD Analysis
  • ANSYS
  • Computational Fluid Dynamics
  • Aerodynamic Analysis
Mehmet Ali A.

Gebze, Turkey

$15/hr
5.0
2 jobs

As a Mechanical Engineer specializing in 3D CAD modeling and CAE simulations, I provide precision-driven engineering solutions for complex mechanical systems. My expertise lies in translating conceptual ideas into manufacturing-ready designs and validating them through rigorous fluid dynamics and structural analyses. My core engineering competencies include: 3D Modeling & Technical Drafting: Creating detailed parts, complex assemblies, manufacturing drawings, and accurate Bill of Materials (BOM) using SolidWorks. Engineering Simulations: Conducting Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and structural analyses using ANSYS to optimize system performance. Mechanical Design: Sizing and calculating power transmission mechanisms, including rotating shafts and dual V-belt drives. Industrial Equipment & Machinery: Designing specialized systems such as centrifugal pumps (impeller and volute optimization for specific head/flow parameters) and heavy-duty agricultural machinery like hammer mills. Manufacturing Workflows: Applying practical insights from the aluminum processing industry, including extrusion processes, mold fabrication, and quality control, to ensure all designs are highly manufacturable. Whether you need conceptual 3D modeling, rigorous mechanical calculations, or complete manufacturing schematics, I deliver reliable and professional results tailored to your project requirements. Let's collaborate to bring your engineering concepts to life.

  • Mechanical Engineering
  • CAD
  • 3D Design
  • 3D Modeling
  • SolidWorks
  • ANSYS
  • Computational Fluid Dynamics
  • Finite Element Analysis Software
  • Engineering Design
  • Product Design
  • Machine Design
  • Stress Analysis
  • Structural Analysis
  • Fluent
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Robotics
  • CATIA
  • Siemens NX
  • Automation
Hady M.

Livonia, Michigan

$85/hr
4.9
175 jobs

*** To Clients: Scammers on Upwork impersonate me and other professional engineers. PLEASE INTERVIEW YOUR PROSPECTS IN A **VIDEO CALL** to make sure they are real and ask them to provide credentials. As professional engineers, our information is public and anyone can claim they are us! *** I am Hady Makhmalbaf, Ph.D., P.E., a licensed mechanical engineer in Detroit Metro, Michigan with over 13 years of experience in the industry and 9 years in academia in various fields of mechanical engineering. As a senior mechanical engineer, I have worked for well-known engineering firms in Michigan as well as some overseas companies. Between 2011 and 2021 I worked for Western Michigan University as adjunct faculty, research scientist and teaching assistant. I have also been an active member of ASME, ASHRAE, ASPE and APS for several years. If you would like further information about my background and expertise, feel free to visit my LinkedIn profile (Please Search for "Hady Makhmalbaf") and my Google Scholar page (Search for "Mohammad Hady Makhmalbaf"). A team of 3 engineers are working with me and can provide the following engineering services with high level of quality, precision and professionalism: 1- Computational Fluid Dynamic (CFD): (flow model, turbulence, heat transfer, thermal analysis) -Software: ANSYS Fluent, CFX, OpenFoam and COMSOL. 2- Plumbing, Heating, Ventilation and Air Condition -Software: HAP, CAD, REVIT, CAPS, TEAMS, RS MEANS, etc. 3- Design, Calculation, 3D modeling, Detailing and Stress Analysis of Steel Structures and Mechanical Components -Software: Auto CAD, Solidworks, Tekla Structure, SAP 2000, Abaqus, CATIA V5. 4- Thermal and mechanical design of storage tank, heat exchanger. Software: Aspen, PV elite. I will be available for phone and video interviews and business meetings 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. EST. If you are in different time zones and this time frame does not suit you, meetings outside this window can be scheduled. As my Upwork profiles shows, our goal is to provide high quality service in a timely manner with 100% job satisfaction for a fair price. Looking forward to having business with you.

  • CAD
  • HVAC System Design
  • Finite Element Analysis
  • HAP
  • AutoCAD HVAC Loads Calculations
  • Autodesk Revit
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • SolidWorks
  • 3D Modeling
  • Structural Engineering
  • Tekla Structures
  • Plumbing
  • Aerodynamic Analysis
  • Computational Fluid Dynamics
  • Mechanical Design
rashid I.

Islamabad, Pakistan

$20/hr
4.8
60 jobs

Why Me: # Top Rated Plus Freelancer having 100 % Job Success Score # PhD Mechanical Engineering CFD Analysis and CAD Designs # 17- Years Professional Experience (CAD/CFD Hydrodynamics/FEA /Thermal Management # Design for Manufacturing, sustainability and Improved Performance I, professional design engineer, am working on generative 3D design & development of industrial products and Mechanical & Aerospace systems. I have professional experience related to CAD Modeling, DFM, and product design (laser cutting, CNC, Injection molding, and 3D Printing; Non-Linear FEA Structural analysis; Aerodynamics and Aero-acoustics; CFD Hydrodynamics along with hydro-acoustics of seaborne and aerospace systems. My typical design methodology is • Conceptualization, design, analysis and development of complex mechanical and unmanned systems • Collaborate closely with design team to create accurate/ detailed CAD models on predefined specifications for DFM and to optimize the mechanical systems/components through DFA - simulation design and analysis • Iteratively refine the design based on simulation results and performance metrics. • Evaluate alternative design approaches and materials to enhance effectiveness and sustainability. Assess existing product designs with a focus on manufacturability, cost efficiency, and production scalability by Identifying risks and inefficiencies causing complexities, • Ability to meticulously follow design standards and processes, ensuring consistency and quality across all manufacturing or fabrication process. • Exhibit better analytical ability to analyze data and improve designs based on feedback/ testing SPECIALTY: Mechanical Engineering • CFD Analysis (Hydrodynamics, Hydro-acoustics, Aerodynamics)- ANSYS; Ansys Aqua; Star-CCM+; • Fluid Structure Interaction (2-way FSI) Dynamic Fluid Body Interaction (DFBI) • Thermal Management Heat and airflow analysis & Thermal Structure Interaction in Ansys ICEPAK • Performing hi-fidelity CFD hydrodynamics and aero-acoustics simulation on Marine systems. • Performing non-linear FEA and Thermal analysis on complex mechanical assemblies • Produce professional technical reports and clear recommendations for design improvements and alternative approaches to enhance effectiveness and sustainability. • Report Writing; Editing & Proofreading; Scientific Literature Review; Academic Research; • Performing complete design calculations against applicable standards/Procedures • Product Designing (DFM, DFA and DFMA), Design Evaluation, technical & economic viability • 3D Design; 2D Drawings using SolidWorks, FreeCAD/Onshape; • CAD design/modelling using Sheet Metal & Weldments (No. Distortion risk & Warping) • Convert CAD Designs to injection mold DFM with Minimized tooling complexity, die casting, 3D Printed DFM and to laser Cutting designs (Kerf Compensation • Creating production-ready CAD models with full engineering drawings, with recommended molded-part tolerance (e.g., ISO 20457) and fit assemblies (e.g., ISO 286), tolerance stacking and BOM • Modular Structures Design: AutoCAD 2D Drafting/SketchUp 3D Designs • Testing & Inspection of developed components. • Ensure effective liaison& coordination with vendors& other organization for indigenous development of components. • Designing of snap-fit or hinged mechanism (flat top caps), sealing system ( O-ring, gaskets/compression sets): and threaded components (screw/caps bottoms): Example IOT Devices, Lip seal of pressure vessels, underwater junction boxes • Designing of sheet metal components such as medical devices, server racks, automotive brackets, exhaust plenums, desalination setups and power coated oven • Designing of modular structures using Weldments i.e. boat/SUV trailer, stairs, metallic buildings and canopies/carports, sonar testing tank structures and Claddings • Designing marine systems such as Tripod, junction boxes, sea born cabinets, hydraulic winch with slip rings, UUVs, and ROVs, axial flux thruster

  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Parametric Design
  • SolidWorks
  • Product Design
  • Research & Development
  • CAD
  • 2D Design & Drawings
  • 3D Modeling
  • Design for Manufacturing
  • Onshape
  • 3D Printing
  • Injection Mold
  • ANSYS
  • CFD Analysis
  • Sheet Metal
  • Noise Simulation
  • Aerodynamic Analysis
  • Stress Analysis
  • Thermodynamics
  • Finite Element Analysis
Shuaib B.

Durban, South Africa

$80/hr
4.9
141 jobs

Mechanical Engineer | CFD · FEA · CAD | 2× USPTO Patents | Top Rated Plus Overview: Mechanical engineer specialising in CFD, FEA, and thermal systems, with two granted USPTO patents in cooling technology (US 12,452,991 · US 12,453,048). I design and validate heat exchangers, HVAC systems, centrifugal fans, and refrigerant loops in OpenFOAM, ANSYS Fluent, SimScale, and SolidWorks Flow Simulation. Top Rated Plus on Upwork , 85+ contracts, 3,000+ hours, $275K+ earned. Based in Cape Town, South Africa. Former CTO of a product development company. I don't ship black-box "trust me" reports. Every deliverable carries the mesh, Y+ verification, residual history, and flow-uniformity evidence behind the numbers. Results your team can defend in a design review. And because I've built a Python+OpenFOAM automation pipeline, I run parametric sweeps hand-meshing freelancers can't: on Heat exchanger contracts(2026), a 224,000-point overnight sweep on a centrifugal heat exchanger surfaced a geometry that more than doubled system COP. Core Services CFD: heat exchangers, HVAC, centrifugal fans, ducts, refrigerant loops; conjugate heat transfer, natural convection, multiphase flow with species transport, turbulence modelling (k-ω SST, realizable k-ε, LES where warranted). FEA / Structural: stress, fatigue life, vibration, drop/impact testing, nonlinear and topology optimisation, composites (CalculiX, ANSYS Mechanical). Acoustic / NVH: noise prediction and NVH analysis. CAD & Documentation: SOLIDWORKS parametric modelling, assemblies, sheet metal, weldments, surface modelling, photorealistic rendering, and manufacturing-ready technical drawings. Software: OpenFOAM, ANSYS Fluent, ANSYS Mechanical, SimScale, STAR-CCM+, COMSOL Multiphysics, SolidWorks (CAD + Flow Simulation), CalculiX, Gmsh, AutoCAD, Fusion 360, MATLAB, Python. Selected Work: Heat exchanger (2026) — 224k-point automated CFD sweep on a centrifugal heat exchanger; found a geometry that >2× system COP. Brine–CO₂ corrosion modelling, oil-field pipework (2025–26, active) — multiphase CFD with species transport. USC approved Valve (2025) — backflow-preventer pressure-loss validation to AWWA C510 across six configurations. EvansWerks (2023–26) — 32-month principal-engineer engagement for Product development Patented airless tyre (2026) — coupled FEA + thermal feasibility on an adaptive airless tyre (CalculiX + Gmsh). toronto university wind tunnel (2025) — contraction-section CFD achieving <1% velocity-profile RMS in the working section. Credentials: Mechanical Engineering, advanced simulation focus (in progress) · BSc.Eng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering, UKZN · Aerospace Systems Research Group affiliate since 2019 · 2× granted USPTO patents in cooling-system technology. Industries: Aerospace, Automotive, Energy, Manufacturing, Medical Devices, Consumer Products, HVAC, Electronics Cooling. Working With Me: Send a brief or job link → scope, a fixed or hourly quote, and a stated turnaround within one business day. Every project ships with validated mesh, residual + Y+ + flow-uniformity plots, side-by-side configuration comparison, and a one-page executive summary. Regular updates throughout, designs optimized for manufacturability. Overlap with US, EU, and APAC business hours.

  • Finite Element Analysis
  • CAD
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Product Design
  • Structural Engineering
  • Mathematical Modeling
  • Physics
  • Hydraulic Engineering
  • Calculus
  • Computational Fluid Dynamics
  • CFD Analysis
  • OpenFOAM
  • ANSYS
  • HVAC System Design
  • MATLAB
  • Python
Randy S.

Kumasi, Ghana

$10/hr
5.0
4 jobs

AutoCAD Plant 3D drafter and process engineer creating accurate P&IDs, piping layouts, 3D plant models, equipment layouts, piping isometrics, and fabrication-ready drawings for EPC, oil and gas, water/wastewater, and industrial process projects. Do you need a Plant 3D model that matches the P&ID? Are markups, old PDFs, or field sketches delaying your drawing package? Do you need clear DWG and PDF deliverables that fabricators, engineers, and project teams can use without repeated corrections? I help engineering teams turn process information, sketches, redlines, and existing drawings into coordinated, editable CAD deliverables. ➣ Services ➤ AutoCAD Plant 3D piping models and plant layouts ➤ P&ID and PFD development, updates, tagging, and legends ➤ Piping layouts, orthographic drawings, and isometrics ➤ Equipment layouts, pipe routing, valves, fittings, and supports ➤ PDF, scan, sketch, or markup conversion to editable DWG ➤ Shop and fabrication drawings with dimensions and annotations ➤ BOM, MTO, parts lists, equipment schedules, and drawing registers ➤ Model coordination, clash review, quality checks, and revision control ➤ Process calculations and organized Excel engineering spreadsheets ➤ Microsoft Visio process diagrams, flowcharts, and PDF-to-Visio conversion ➣ What You Receive ➠ Clean, accurate drawings that follow project CAD standards ➠ Coordinated piping and equipment information across the drawing set ➠ Editable source files plus review-ready PDF packages ➠ Clear revision handling and organized file naming ➠ Early identification of clashes, missing data, and unclear scope ➠ Reliable communication and progress updates through delivery ➣ Relevant Experience My background combines process engineering, AutoCAD drafting, industrial documentation, equipment sizing, material and mass balances, and advanced Excel modeling. My industrial experience includes the Bibiani Sulphide Recovery Plant (SCRP), LEFA Gravity Circuit projects, gold extraction and mineral processing studies, and EPC engineering documentation workflows. ➣ How I Work I review the PFDs, P&IDs, layouts, sketches, markups, specifications, and required deliverables before drafting. I then organize the model and drawing set, coordinate equipment and piping, apply comments carefully, and complete a final quality check for dimensions, tags, layers, consistency, and file completeness. Send your P&ID, layout, PDF, point-cloud reference, or markup and tell me the required output. I can help you produce an accurate AutoCAD Plant 3D or CAD package for engineering review, fabrication, construction, or as-built documentation.

  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • 3D Modeling
  • AutoCAD Plant 3D
  • 3D Design
  • Autodesk Inventor
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Piping Design
  • Piping & Instrumentation Diagram
  • CAD Drafting
  • Process Engineering
  • Engineering Design
  • Autodesk Navisworks
  • Process Design
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Engineering, Procurement & Construction
  • Microsoft Visio
  • Process Flow Diagram
  • Process Systems Engineering
  • Diagram

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What does a Hydraulic Simulations freelancer do?

A hydraulic simulations freelancer builds and runs computer models to calculate fluid flow behavior in water networks, channels, and related systems. This role translates physical infrastructure into digital representations to predict how water moves under various conditions. The specialist configures boundary conditions and geometry to produce validated results that support engineering decisions. Clients rely on these calculations to design safe and efficient water distribution or flood control systems.

  • Collects modeling inputs such as geometry, connectivity, boundary conditions, and operating states for the specific hydraulic system. The freelancer defines the study setup by specifying reservoir levels, tank capacities, demands, or channel conditions required for accurate analysis.
  • Builds a hydraulic model of the network or channel and configures the appropriate calculation type. This work involves creating link-node networks for tools like EPANET or defining channel geometry for HEC-RAS to represent the physical system accurately.
  • Runs simulations across time steps or scenarios to evaluate steady and unsteady flow conditions. The specialist ensures the model setup remains consistent while executing hydraulic calculations for the selected analysis mode.
  • Analyzes outputs such as heads, flows, and other hydraulics metrics to verify performance against requirements. The freelancer compares simulation results to field expectations or design criteria to identify potential issues in the system.
  • Prepares results for reporting and stakeholder review by generating figures, tables, and traceable assumptions. This deliverable includes a summary report that documents the scenario descriptions and key hydraulic performance metrics extracted from the runs.

How to hire a Hydraulic Simulations freelancer on Upwork

Step 1: Post a job

Define your fluid flow modeling needs clearly to attract qualified engineers. Use the Job Post Generator powered by Uma™, Upwork's Mindful AI to draft a precise description in seconds. Describe your project requirements in a few sentences, and Uma constructs a complete job post tailored to this role. You can write a new post from scratch, update a saved draft, or reuse an existing post structure.

  • Specify whether the work involves water distribution networks using EPANET or river channel analysis with HEC-RAS.
  • List required inputs such as geometry data, boundary conditions, and specific operating states for the simulation.
  • State if you need steady-state calculations or unsteady flow modeling across multiple time steps.

Step 2: Evaluate candidates

Look for portfolios that show validated hydraulic models and clear result interpretation. Uma runs instant video interviews and builds shortlists with side-by-side comparisons to help you assess technical fit quickly.

  • Review sample model files that demonstrate correct node-link configuration or accurate channel geometry setup.
  • Check for post-processed figures and tables that summarize heads, flows, and other key hydraulic metrics.
  • Verify that previous reports include traceable assumptions and documented scenario descriptions for stakeholder review.

Step 3: Interview your top choices

Discuss specific modeling challenges to gauge their problem-solving approach. Schedule and conduct interviews within Upwork Messages, which generates an immediate transcript and summary after each session.

  • Ask how they handle inconsistent field data when defining boundary conditions for a simulation.
  • Request examples of how they calibrated a model to match observed field expectations or historical records.
  • Discuss their workflow for exporting results into formats suitable for inclusion in engineering reports.

Step 4: Agree on scope and begin work

Set clear deliverables and milestones to track progress effectively. Use Upwork Messages and the contract workroom for all communication and project management, while identity verification, payment protection, hourly tracking, and project funds secure the engagement.

  • Define the final deliverable as a complete hydraulic model file with all configured analysis settings included.
  • Milestone payments should align with the submission of computed outputs like junction heads or link flows.
  • Require a final results summary report that details all assumptions and describes each simulated scenario.

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How much does hiring a Hydraulic Simulations freelancer cost?

$500-$1,500 per project is a typical range for focused Hydraulic Simulations freelancer work. Final pricing depends on scope, technical complexity, required integrations, source-material quality, revision needs, and the freelancer's experience level.

Water distribution modeling

$500-$1,200/project

Entry-level to mid-level
  • Configured EPANET network with nodes and links
  • Computed junction heads and link flows
  • Tabulated output data for review

Channel flow analysis

$1,200-$2,500/project

Mid-level
  • Defined channel cross sections and boundary conditions
  • Executed 1D steady or unsteady flow calculations
  • Generated water surface profile figures

CFD hydraulic study

$2,500-$4,500/project

Mid-level to senior-level
  • Created computational grid for fluid domain
  • Defined boundary conditions and solver parameters
  • Extracted velocity and pressure field data

System calibration and validation

$4,500-$7,000/project

Senior-level
  • Imported field measurements for comparison
  • Tuned roughness coefficients and demand patterns
  • Documented model accuracy against observed data

Complex infrastructure simulation

$7,000-$12,000/project

Expert-level
  • Combined network and channel components
  • Simulated multiple operational or failure cases
  • Compiled assumptions and performance metrics

Frequently asked questions

Is hiring a Hydraulic Simulations freelancer worth it?

For most businesses, yes: hiring a Hydraulic Simulations freelancer is worthwhile. You gain access to specialized modeling skills for specific projects without the overhead of full-time staff. This approach lets you scale your engineering capacity up or down based on current workload demands.

How do I evaluate Hydraulic Simulations freelancer candidates?

Review their portfolio for specific examples of hydraulic models built in tools like EPANET or HEC-RAS. Look for candidates who explain their boundary conditions and assumptions clearly in past project reports. A strong candidate demonstrates how they validated simulation results against field data or known benchmarks.

What software do Hydraulic Simulations freelancers use?

Freelancers typically use EPANET for water distribution networks and HEC-RAS for river and channel analysis. Some specialists also employ ANSYS Fluent for complex computational fluid dynamics simulations.

What deliverables should I expect from a Hydraulic Simulations project?

You should receive the configured model files along with post-processed figures and tables summarizing key metrics. The freelancer will also submit a report detailing the assumptions and scenarios used in the analysis.