System Simulation Engineer – Thermal Management

Collabera; Windsor; Hybrid; CAD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Collabera in Windsor, Ontario, is seeking a System Simulation Engineer to join the Propulsion Virtual Thermal Management team. The role focuses on 1D and coupled 1D–3D simulations for thermal systems including A/C, engine, battery, and cabin cooling, using tools like Amesim, GT-SUITE, Flowmaster and MATLAB/Simulink.

You will independently run data-driven simulations from acquisition to reporting and collaborate with system engineers to translate results into design insights and recommendations

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with a thermo-fluid focus.
• 2+ years using 1D simulation tools for flow and thermal analysis.
• 2+ years in CFD using ANSA/STAR-CCM+/TAITherm.
• Strong fundamentals in Fluid Mechanics, Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer.
• Automotive systems knowledge and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Independently execute 1D and 1D–3D simulations from data acquisition to reporting.
• Collaborate with system engineers to provide simulation-driven insights and recommendations.
• Perform data acquisition from multiple sources and document findings.
• Support design improvements with simulation-driven analysis.

Skills

1D tools

CFD tools

Thermo-fluid fundamentals

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with thermo-fluid focus

Tools

Amesim

GT-SUITE

Flowmaster

KULI

AVL Cruise

MATLAB/Simulink

ANSA

STAR-CCM+

TAITherm

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a qualified candidate for the position of System Simulation Engineer within the Propulsion Virtual Thermal Management (VTM) team.

This role focuses on thermal management systems, including air-conditioning (A/C), engine, battery, and cabin cooling, using primarily one-dimensional simulation tools.

The candidate will be expected to independently execute 1D and coupled 1D–3D simulations, from data acquisition across various sources through to analysis and report generation. The role requires close collaboration with system engineers to provide simulation-driven insights, numerical solutions, and recommendations for design improvements.

• Work Arrangement: Hybrid to start, with an expectation of being in-office 5 days/week in the future.
• Candidates need to be based in the Windsor, Ontario area upon receiving an offer.
• All interviews will be conducted in-person.

Required Qualifications :

• Minimum 2 years of experience using 1D simulation tools such as Amesim, GT-SUITE, Flowmaster, KULI, AVL Cruise, or MATLAB/Simulink for flow and thermal analysis.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in applied CFD, using tools such as ANSA, STAR-CCM+, or TAITherm.
• Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with a focus on thermo-fluid systems.
• Strong fundamentals in Fluid Mechanics, Thermodynamics, and Heat Transfer.
• Good understanding of automotive systems and component functionality.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams with a proactive mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in vehicle or powertrain thermal management, including cooling systems, climate control, or thermal protection.
• Experience in automotive HVAC and engine system design and development.
• Experience with simulation integration and validation using Model-in-the-Loop (MiL) and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) setups.
• Knowledge of advanced control algorithms, including classical and AI-based approaches.
• Familiarity with CAD tools.
• Experience with optimization techniques and Design of Experiments (DoE).l>
• Demonstrated capability in methodology development and technical problem solving.
• Experience in controls modeling.
• Experience with co-simulation frameworks, including:
• 1D (MATLAB/Simulink)
• 1D–3D (e.g., GT–TAITherm)
• Working knowledge of system bench testing, dynamometer testing, and vehicle test cells.

Additional Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting to senior stakeholders.
• Strong team player with the ability to work independently.
• Proven problem-solving skills.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.

The expected base salary range for this position is $30 – $35 per hour, depending on experience, skills, and internal equity.

The Company offers a total rewards package in accordance with all applicable federal, provincial, and local laws and requirements. Benefit eligibility and offerings vary based on role, employment status, and work location.

For contractor positions, benefits are limited to those entitlements and protections required by applicable law, which may include (as applicable) vacation pay, public holidays, leaves of absence, and other legally mandated benefits or payments.

We may use AI-enabled and/or automated tools to support parts of our recruitment process, including application screening, interview scheduling, and candidate communications. These tools are used to enhance consistency and efficiency. All hiring decisions involve human review and are not based solely on automated processing.