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
Xuening Z.
Dongying, China
$15/hr
5.0
2 jobs
Hi, I’m a Computational Engineering graduate student with experience in finite element simulation, machine learning, CAD modeling, and scientific computing. I specialize in combining engineering simulation with data driven methods to solve complex mechanical and multiphysical problems.
Whether you need FEM simulations, CAD/STL preparation, Python automation, or machine learning models for engineering applications, I can help.
• Experienced in Abaqus, ANSYS, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and Python (PyTorch, NumPy, Pandas)
• Skilled in finite element modeling, mesh generation, STL preparation, geometry modification, and simulation automation
• Developed machine learning models including GNNs and CNNs for predicting multiphysical fields from FEM data
• Familiar with HPC workflows, scientific visualization, and research oriented engineering projects
• Strong communication and detail oriented workflow from project planning to final delivery
Let’s work together to turn your ideas into reliable engineering solutions.
Machine Learning
Engineering Simulation
Python
Java
CAD
SolidWorks
Structural Engineering
Engineering & Architecture
Modeling
Finite Element Analysis
Luis A.
Mexico City, Mexico
$15/hr
5.0
106 jobs
"Top Rated" and "Among Top 25 FEA" Upwork awards. Certified Solidworks Professional CSWP, with 17 years of experience evaluating products for different types of industries.
✔️ Specialized in:
• Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
✔️ What you will get from me
Simple: the assurance that I will use all my knowledge and expertise to add value to your product, perform the work with high quality and deliver it on time.
✔️ My way of working
• I only accept projects in which I'm confident I can provide high-quality work and within the deadline.
• I am a strong believer in long-term professional relationships.
• Supported on four pillars: professionalism, responsibility, experience and transparency.
✔️ My background
• As a Product Engineer Freelancer, I have been awarded by Upwork's platform with the "Top Rated" recognition for building a strong reputation by consistently delivering quality work and getting positive feedback from clients; only 10% of the Upwork workforce is awarded with this recognition. Awarded by Upwork's platform with the "Among Top 25 FEA" recognition for demonstrating high knowledge and customer satisfaction in FEA projects.
• I worked for 11 years at GrupoSSC in the design and engineering departments. I was recruited to evaluate the performance of different types of products using CAE tools, anticipate part failures, reduce prototype costs, reduce or eliminate scrap during the manufacturing process, and finally, redesign the parts. Some of the clients I worked with were Bombardier, John Deere, New Holland, Chrysler, Volkswagen, Ford, Cemex, Pemex, Schneider Electric, Mabe - among others
✔️ Certifications
• 3D Modeling - Certified Solidworks Mechanical Design Professional-CSWP
• 3D Modeling - Certified Solidworks Mechanical Design Associate-CSWA
• FEA - Certified Solidworks Simulation CSWA-S
• FEA - ANSYS Mechanical Training Program Certificate
• CFD - ANSYS Fluent Training Program Certificate
• Plastic Injection Molding - Solidworks Molds and Plastics Training Programs Certificates
• 3D Printing - Certified Solidworks Associate Additive Manufacturing CSWA-AM
✔️ About me
• I consider myself a passionate mechanical engineer, honest, responsible, proactive, open to teamwork, and who finds quick turnarounds to changes of scope.
• The best description about me and my work is reflected on my Upwork’s rating, job success score, work history, and client’s feedback.
• I like collaborating with my clients to turn their ideas into reality, at the end of the burdensome road, the reward is waiting, and it is a great feeling! for everybody.
Kind regards,
Luis Andrés
Finite Element Analysis
Stress Analysis
Stress Testing
ANSYS
Engineering Simulation
Mechanical Engineering
Finite Element Analysis Software
Finite Element Modeling
Structural Analysis
Structural Engineering
Structural Analysis & Design Software
CAE
Structural Dynamics
SolidWorks
CFD Analysis
Computational Fluid Dynamics
Fluent
Topology Optimization
Model Testing & Optimization
Model Optimization
Abhishek B.
Mumbai, India
$26/hr
4.9
55 jobs
✅ 𝗧𝗢𝗣 𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗣𝗟𝗨𝗦 CFD & FEA Freelancer
✅ 𝗣𝗵.𝗗. 𝗶𝗻 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗲𝗿 & 𝗙𝗹𝘂𝗶𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗰𝘀 (𝗠𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴)
✅ 𝟭𝟬+ 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 | 𝗖𝗙𝗗, 𝗙𝗘𝗔, 𝗖𝗔𝗗, 𝗗𝗘𝗠, 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻
Engineering Services by Dr. Abhishek Bhagwat
1. CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) Services
Utilizing Ansys Fluent, OpenFOAM, COMSOL Multiphysics:
• Aircraft Engineering: Aerodynamics, propulsion systems, wind tunnel testing.
• Automotive Design: Vehicle aerodynamics, engine design, cooling systems, fuel injection.
• Energy Solutions: Turbines, compressors, pumps, fans design.
• Advanced Cooling: Data center cooling, immersion cooling, building ventilation.
• HVAC Systems: Air conditioning, heating systems.
• Marine Engineering: Ship design, hull resistance, propeller performance.
• Electronics & Medical: Cooling systems for electronics, blood flow simulation, drug delivery.
• Environmental Applications: Pollution dispersion, water flow, air quality.
• Sports & Entertainment: Sports equipment design, special effects in movies/games.
• R&D & Oceanography: Climate modeling, ocean currents, coastal processes.
2. FEA (Finite Element Analysis) Services
Powered by Ansys Mechanical, SolidWorks Simulation, Abaqus:
• Structural Integrity: Stress, strain, deformation analysis for bridges, buildings, aircraft.
• Component Design: Gears, shafts, bearings, fatigue testing.
• Thermal & Fluid Dynamics: Heat transfer, fluid flow, dynamic load analysis.
• Industry Applications: Crash testing (automotive), aerospace, biomedical, electronics, civil engineering.
• Manufacturing Excellence: Process simulation, tooling design, product development.
3. DEM (Discrete Element Method) Expertise
Using Ansys Rocky DEM, EDEM:
• Material Processing: Powder and granular handling for pharmaceuticals, food, chemicals.
• Mining & Civil Engineering: Ore processing, soil mechanics, erosion control.
• Environmental Solutions: Waste management, sediment transport, pollution control.
• Product Innovation: Consumer products, sports equipment design, process optimization.
• Research & Art: Granular material behavior study, material characterization, artistic design applications.
4. Product Design and Development
Utilizing SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA:
• Concept to Reality: CAD design, machining, fabrication, assembly for product creation.
• Engineering Support: Expertise in product development from concept to final assembly.
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Partner with Dr. Abhishek Bhagwat for expert engineering solutions using leading software like Ansys, SolidWorks, and more. Contact today to unlock innovation and precision in your projects!
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Keywords: CFD services, FEA services, DEM simulation, Ansys Fluent, SolidWorks Simulation, product design engineering, 3D hydraulic engineer, structural analysis, thermal management, CAD design, automotive engineering, aerospace design, HVAC system design, marine engineering, environmental engineering, product development, mechanical simulation, fluid dynamics, finite element analysis, computational fluid dynamics, engineering consultancy.
Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Design
Product Design
Engineering Design
3D Design
CFD Analysis
ANSYS
CAD
Product Development
Finite Element Analysis
Computational Fluid Dynamics
Flow Simulation
Research & Development
Stress Analysis
Machine Design
Rodrigo C.
Torres, Brazil
$30/hr
5.0
3 jobs
I am a CAD Designer and Tooling Specialist with over 15 years of professional SolidWorks experience, specializing in turning complex engineering challenges into production-ready manufacturing solutions.
I bridge the gap between advanced 3D modeling and practical shop-floor reality. When you hire me, you aren't just getting 3D shapes—you are getting geometry optimized for accurate shrinkage allowances, draft angles, and machining tolerances.
My Core Expertise Includes:
• Tooling & Mold Design: Specialized pattern equipment for complex Rotational Molding, Sand Casting, and Vacuum Forming.
• Advanced Reverse Engineering: Transforming highly degraded, low-quality scan meshes into flawless, high-precision Class-A surfaces.
• Industrial Pattern Equipment: Experience designing multi-part core boxes for large-scale heavy machinery (e.g., industrial impellers).
Software Stack: SolidWorks (Official Commercial License), Meshmixer, Blender.
Whether you need a legacy component reverse-engineered to tight tolerances or complex multi-piece sand mold cavities mapped out for a foundry, I design with production efficiency and structural integrity in mind.
SolidWorks
CAD
Reverse Engineering
Design for Manufacturing
Surface Design
Surface Modeling
Industrial & Product Design Consultation
Industrial Product
3D Modeling
3D Design
Irem Nur E.
Izmir, Turkey
$25/hr
5.0
3 jobs
As a Genetics and Bioengineering graduate and Bioinformatics Developer, I bridge the gap between wet-lab bioprocesses and dry-lab computational pipelines. I build production-grade, modular Python workflows engineered to clean, analyze, and interpret complex genomic data for biotechnology startups and clinical research laboratories.
My engineering approach combines automated bio-pipelines with biostatistical modeling to extract actionable patterns from high-dimensional biological datasets, delivering structured, publication-quality reports without command-line complexities.
Core Expertise:
Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) & RNA-Seq: Short- and long-read data processing (FASTQ/FASTA/SAM/BAM), automated quality control (QC), and Differential Gene Expression (DGE) workflows.
pip NCBI BLAST & Primer Design: Custom pipeline integration with NCBI BLAST APIs, automated primer/probe design validation, and database curation.
Clinical Genomics: High-priority variant analysis (VCF parsing), mutation interpretation, and pathogenic SNP isolation.
Machine Learning & Biostatistics: Implementing predictive statistical models (stochastic modeling) and machine learning-driven analysis using the Python scientific stack.
Bio-Visualization: Transforming raw data frames into publication-quality (Nature standard) figures (Volcano plots, Heatmaps, PCA) and interactive HTML dashboards.
Tools & Technologies:
• Languages & Environments: Python (NumPy, SciPy, Pandas, scikit-learn), PyCharm IDE, cross-platform workflow integration.
• Bioinformatics Tools: Biopython, NCBI E-utilities, custom sequence-alignment parsers, genomic database APIs.
What You Get:
✓ Reproducible, Turnkey Workflows: Clean, well-documented, and modular Python scripts designed to execute reliably with single-click parameters.
✓ End-to-End Systems Thinking: Complete technical alignment that respects both your wet-lab experimental constraints and your downstream digital outputs.
✓ Data Integrity First: High-performance automation engineered with strict memory-isolation protocols to prevent primary database contamination.
If you are working on NGS pipelines, RNA-Seq analysis, automated primer design, or require robust bio-computational automation to power your research platform, let’s connect via Upwork messages.
Genetic Engineering
Biotechnology
Biology
Bioinformatics
Python
Molecular Biology
Process Engineering
Molecular Dynamics
Biostatistics
Genomic Data Analysis
Genomics
Data Integration
Machine Learning
Data Visualization Framework
Data Visualization
Sequence Analysis
Scientific Computation
Biology Consultation
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