Ford Pro · 10 hours ago
Vehicle Thermal Systems Cooling CAE and Development Engineer
15101 Century Drive, Dearborn, MI, 48120, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expFord Pro is dedicated to redefining transportation and creating a better world. They are seeking a Vehicle Thermal Systems Cooling CAE and Development Engineer responsible for analyzing engine cooling systems using CFD methods and conducting laboratory testing to ensure design performance and durability.
AutomotiveFleet ManagementSoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Perform 3D thermal/fluid CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) simulations at the system, subsystem, and component levels of Powertrain systems, both ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) as well as BEV, FHEV and PHEV using commercial CFD software
Work with component and system engineers and provide technical guidance
Develop and apply CFD methods to support product development and virtual test sign-off
Work with software suppliers to improve software capabilities
Perform physical hardware validation to obtain viable correlation data
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
5+ of minimum experience in fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, heat transfer and combustion
5+ years minimum experience in thermal/fluid CFD simulation
2+ years of physical testing preferred
Preferred
Master's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related field
5+ years plus experience in automotive ICE/Powertrain or vehicle CFD applications
Proficient in the use of analytical tools including STAR-CCM+, CONVERGE, Simerics, GT-SUITE, AMEsim, Flomaster etc
Familiarity with CAD systems preferably CATIA and 3DX
Familiarity with Pre-processing tools such as ANSA, Hyperwork, etc
Proficient in common computer languages: C, C+, Java, Python, shell script, MATLAB, etc
Self-directed, confident and resilient individual with excellent communication skills
Excellent work planning and issue resolution skills
Benefits
Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
Company
Ford Pro
Ford Pro is a productivity accelerator designed to drive the business forward, delivering solutions to commercial customers of all sizes.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Andrew Frick
Interim Head
Recent News
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