Computational fluid dynamics
Numerical simulation of turbulent internal and external flows, covering compressible and incompressible conditions.
- ANSYS Fluent
- ANSYS CFX
- OpenFOAM
Available for permanent roles · France
CFD · Turbomachinery · Aerodynamics
Understanding complex flows. Informing engineering decisions.
CFD engineer focused on turbomachinery and aerodynamics. I use numerical simulation and flow analysis to investigate aerodynamic performance, understand loss mechanisms, and support engineering design.
CFD
Flow simulation & analysis
Turbomachinery
Compressor aerodynamics
Aerodynamics
Internal & external flows
ANSYS Fluent
ANSYS CFX
OpenFOAM
TurboGrid
Vista CCD
CFD-Post
Python
HPC
01 · Profile
From flow physics to engineering insight.
Fluid mechanics engineer focused on turbomachinery and aerodynamics, with experience in CFD workflows for compressible and incompressible flows, from geometry preparation and mesh generation to solver setup and post-processing.
My education at École Centrale Casablanca and Centrale Méditerranée, combined with training at Flowthermolab, brings together aerodynamics, mesh generation, RANS turbulence modelling, and scientific computing.
Available for permanent roles
CFD · Turbomachinery · Aerodynamics
Meshing & pre-processing
Geometry preparation and mesh generation for CFD, with a focus on turbomachinery flow passages.
- SpaceClaim
- ANSYS Meshing
- TurboGrid
Turbomachinery
Preliminary compressor design, rotor–stator modelling, and aerodynamic performance assessment.
- Vista CCD
- BladeGen
- Frozen Rotor
Turbulence modelling & computing
RANS turbulence modelling, near-wall resolution assessment (y+), flow-field post-processing, and parallel computing.
- k–ε
- k–ω SST
- CFD-Post
- ParaView
- Python
- HPC
02 · Case studies
Selected CFD projects.
Three CFD studies carried out in 2026 as part of Flowthermolab’s Aerospace CFD Program.
Transonic flow
NASA Rotor 37
ANSYS CFX · Flowthermolab · 2026
NASA Rotor 37 — Transonic Axial Compressor
CFD simulation of turbulent compressible flow through a transonic axial compressor rotor. Analysis of pressure, velocity, and Mach number distributions, with a focus on shock waves and secondary flow near the blade tip.
- ANSYS CFX
- Turbomachinery
- CFD-Post
Compressor design
Vista CCD
ANSYS Vista CCD / CFX · Flowthermolab · 2026
Centrifugal Compressor — Aerodynamic Analysis
Preliminary impeller design, including hub and shroud contours, blade geometry, backsweep, and tip clearance. Mesh generation and CFD simulation to assess pressure ratio, efficiency, and aerodynamic losses.
- Vista CCD
- ANSYS CFX
- Centrifugal compressor
External aerodynamics
Ahmed Body
ANSYS Fluent · Flowthermolab · 2026
Ahmed Body — External Aerodynamics
Simulation of turbulent flow around the Ahmed body using the k–ω SST turbulence model. Assessment of drag coefficient, near-wall resolution (y+), convergence, and mesh sensitivity, followed by analysis of the wake and vortical structures.
- ANSYS Fluent
- SpaceClaim
- k–ω SST
03 · Experience
Research & applied engineering.
Research and engineering internships involving experimental fluid mechanics, data analysis, and energy performance optimisation.
IRPHE · Institut de Recherche sur les Phénomènes Hors
Équilibre · Marseille
Research Intern — Variable-Density Turbulent Jets
Experimental investigation of variable-density turbulent jets. Analysis of turbulence anisotropy using the Lumley diagram, assessment of constant-density models, and refinement of a laser optical setup to reduce measurement noise.
- Python
- Laser diagnostics
- Turbulence
- Data analysis
A–CID · Conseil, Ingénierie et Développement · Salé, Morocco
AI Engineering Intern — Photovoltaic Power Plants
Investigation of AI-based approaches to photovoltaic plant performance optimisation. Analysis of solar tracker orientation and the effects of dust and UV radiation on energy performance.
- Artificial intelligence
- Python
- Solar energy
04 · Education
Education & technical training.
Flowthermolab
Aerospace CFD Program
Specialised training in CFD for aerospace and turbomachinery applications, covering compressible flows, mesh generation, numerical modelling, and aerodynamic performance analysis.
- ANSYS CFX
- ANSYS Fluent
- Turbomachinery
Centrale Méditerranée · Marseille, France
Master’s Programme, Year 2 (M2) — Aeronautics & Transport
Advanced study in aerodynamics and fluid mechanics, with applications to aerospace and transport systems.
- Aeronautics
- Transport
- CFD
École Centrale Casablanca · Casablanca, Morocco
Engineering Degree — Fluids & Energy
Multidisciplinary engineering education with a specialisation in fluid mechanics, energy systems, and numerical simulation.
- Fluid mechanics
- Energy systems
- Engineering
Morocco
Preparatory Classes for Engineering Schools — PCSI / PSI
Intensive two-year preparatory programme in mathematics, physics, and engineering sciences for competitive entrance examinations to engineering schools.
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Engineering sciences
Programming & scientific computing
Python
MATLAB
Linux · HPC
05 · Certifications
Professional certifications.
Fundamentals of Fluid-Solid Interactions
Turbomachinery
06 · Contact
Let’s discuss your CFD challenges.
Seeking a permanent CFD engineering role focused on turbomachinery, aerodynamics, or fluid flow simulation in the aerospace and energy sectors.
Career opportunities
Let’s talk about your engineering needs.
View my GitHub profile ↗Based in France · Open to relocation across France · Available immediately