Thermal Application/Simulation Engineer - Powertrain Cooling & Heat Exchangers
Novi, MI
Job Description
The selected candidate will be responsible for specifying and developing thermal management components including heat exchangers meeting customer specifications and completing pre-validation projects.
Primary Responsibilities
· Understand / Interpret automotive thermal management components/systems engineering specifications
· Propose new component / system designs based on RFQ requirements
· Create / guide creation of BOMs
· Support cost save initiatives employing engineering simulation tools
· Perform Hx and system performance simulations using 1D tools and calculations
· Assure conformity of proposed designs with customer specifications and regulatory requirements
· Provide direction to CAD, CAE/CFD and test personnel
· Develop Design Validation test Plans and engineering cost proposals
· Interface with customers (internal and external)
· Update core engineering standards and support DFMEA and regulatory requirement tools
· Execute and document all required product design corporate deliverables
· Interface frequently with core engineering, CAD, CAE/CFD, test personnel, global Product Development, Manufacturing and Program Management activities
Years of Experience
5+ years in Thermal Components and Systems Engineering
Education
Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering required, Master preferred
Desired Competencies, Experience, & Qualifications
· Mastery of Heat Transfer and Thermodynamics, including numerical methods application
· Demonstrated ability to design, develop, test, PTC/HVAC/Thermal Management Module (TMM) components and systems
· Experienced in design of injection molded plastic, formed aluminum components and brazed aluminum assemblies
· Experience with rapid prototype processes and principles
· Able to interpret CFD and CAE/FEA results
· Experienced in technical planning and project management
· Ability to conduct Technical Design Reviews
· Proven proficiency in 1D performance simulation tools, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Special Requirements (i.e., Overtime, Travel, etc.)
· Travel required to suppliers, customers and corporate manufacturing plants; international as required.
· Overtime may be required during some time periods.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Ability to Commute:
Work Location: In person