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Ivan Torrano

Thermal & CFD Simulation Engineer

€250/day
San Sebastián, ES
8-15 years

Average response time: 1 hour

About Ivan

I am an engineer specialized in thermal, energy and CFD simulations, supporting companies in the analysis and optimization of complex physical systems. I help teams understand and predict heat transfer, airflow and energy performance early in the design process, enabling better technical decisions and reducing development risk and costs.
I work with 1D, 2D and 3D numerical models to study heat transfer, fluid dynamics, thermal storage and energy efficiency. My experience covers industrial thermal systems, energy-related components and building performance applications, including HVAC, natural ventilation, thermal comfort and climate-based analysis.
Typical deliverables include reproducible simulation models, clear and structured technical reports, CFD post-processing and visualizations, and practical design recommendations. I collaborate on both short-term technical studies and longer development projects, with a reliable, autonomous and results-oriented approach.
  • Spanish

    Native or bilingual

  • English

    Fluent

  • French

    Basic

Remote only
Primarily works remotely

Experience

  • CIC energiGUNE:
    RESEARCH ENGINEER
    February 2023 - Today (3 years and 4 months)
    Research Engineer specializing in Energy Storage and Thermal Management Systems. Proven expertise in advanced Multiphysics simulations, including Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Discrete Element Modeling (DEM), with a focus on coupling with system-level modeling for accurate, scalable analysis. Currently exploring Machine Learning (ML) methodologies to develop Reduced Order Models (ROMs), enhancing simulation speed and predictive capabilities.
    CFD Thermodynamics
  • CAF R&D:
    AERODYNAMICS & COOLING ENGINEER
    January 2017 - January 2023 (6 years)
    Led and executed CFD simulations for HVAC ductwork, thermal comfort analysis, equipment cooling, and external train aerodynamics. Contributed across the full development cycle, from simulation and design optimization to on-site testing and commissioning in both prototype workshops and climatic chamber validation tests. Engaged in research activities to improve and experimentally validate CFD models, with a focus on increasing model accuracy and reducing simulation times.
    HVAC Thermal management
  • Mondragon Unibertsitatea:
    PhD CANDIDATE
    January 2012 - June 2016 (4 years and 5 months)
    Designed and led the commissioning of a new wind tunnel, with a strong focus on aerodynamic performance and turbulence modeling. Conducted experimental validation at the University of Grenoble, supporting the work with advanced CFD simulations. In in Mechanics, combining academic teaching with research projects in collaboration with industry, translating theoretical insights into real-world engineering applications.
    CFD Fluid Mechanics Aerodynamics Renewable Energy

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Education

  • PhD
    Mondragon Unibertsitatea
    2016
    PhD
  • INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING
    Mondragon Unibertsitatea
    2011
    INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING

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