Modeling & Simulation Engineer

Copeland LP; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Copeland is seeking a Modeling & Simulation Engineer in Pune to collaborate with global teams to identify and implement simulation methodologies (1D/2D/3D) that improve HVACR product performance, reliability and efficiency.

You will lead the development of simulation models for design validation, execute high-fidelity CFD studies of compressor components, and translate results into actionable engineering recommendations with strong communication to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Civil Engineering or closely related field, with at least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Hands-on experience with 1D/3D simulation tools in a Simulation-Driven Product Development environment.
• Strong fundamentals in fluid mechanics, heat transfer, thermodynamics, and numerical methods.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement 1D/2D/3D simulation methodologies to improve product performance, reliability, efficiency, and development speed.
• Lead development of simulation models to aid design of HVACR systems, sub-systems, components using industry-leading simulation tools.
• Develop, execute, and interpret high-fidelity CFD simulations of compressor components and assemblies.
• Provide data-driven recommendations to Product Engineering regarding design performance, flow characteristics, thermal behavior, manufacturability, reliability, and cost-reduction opportunities.
• Lead activities to verify and validate (V&V) simulation models.
• Partner with global subject matter experts, create test plans, and leverage available test data with other engineering teams.
• Effectively communicate project status to stakeholders by preparing presentations of results.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Effective communication

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical/Aerospace/Civil Engineering

Tools

ANSYS Fluent

ANSYS CFX

STAR-CCM+

OpenFOAM

Python

MATLAB

Job description

About Us

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead. Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!

Modeling & Simulation Engineer

As a Modeling & Simulation Engineer, you will:

• Collaborate with global modeling, simulation, and product engineering teams to identify and implement 1D/2D/3D simulation methodologies that improve product performance, reliability, efficiency, and development speed.


• Lead development & implementation of simulation models to aid design of HVACR systems, sub-systems, components using industry-leading simulation tools.


• Develop, execute, and interpret high-fidelity CFD simulations of compressor components and assemblies.


• Provide data-driven recommendations to Product Engineering regarding design performance, flow characteristics, thermal behavior, manufacturability, reliability, and cost-reduction opportunities.


• Lead activities to verify and validate (V&V) simulation models.


• This will require partnering with global subject matter experts, creating test plans, and/or leveraging available test data by working with other engineering teams.


• Effectively communicate project status to various stakeholders in the organization by preparing presentation of results.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Master’s degree in Mechanical/Aerospace/Civil Engineering or closely related field, plus a minimum of 2 years relevant experience.


• Hands-on experience applying 1D and 3D simulation tools within a Simulation-Driven Product Development environment.


• Proven track record of applying fundamental engineering principles and creative thinking to drive timely engineering decisions.


• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex simulation results into actionable engineering decisions.


• Effective communication skills.


• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to develop collaborative partnerships on a global basis.


• Strong understanding of fluid mechanics, heat transfer, thermodynamics, and numerical methods.

Preferred Experience & Skills

• Hands-on experience using model-based engineering concepts, principles, and theories to aid creation of simulation models or processes.


• Experience using commercial and/or open-source CFD software such as ANSYS Fluent, ANSYS CFX, STAR-CCM+, OpenFOAM, or equivalent.


• Strong expertise in CFD preprocessing, mesh generation, mesh quality assessment, and mesh independence studies for complex components and assemblies.


• Knowledge of best practices and procedures for CFD analysis.


• Strong understanding of engineering physics, fluid dynamics, heat transfer, multi-physics simulations, numerical methods, and verification & validation (V&V) methodologies.


• Experience developing simulation automation, data processing, and workflow integration tools using Python and/or other programming languages (C/C++, MATLAB, etc.).


• Experience with rotating machinery, compressors, pumps, fans, or turbomachinery applications.


• Experience modeling turbulence, compressible flows, conjugate heat transfer, multiphase flows, or transient flow phenomena.


• Experience with optimization tools, Design of Experiments (DOE), and reduced-order modeling techniques.

Our Commitment to Our People

Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial. Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally. Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging

At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

With $5B of global revenue, Copeland is a leading provider of compression products, electronics, software, and solutions across many applications within Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR), where macro and regulatory trends towards environmental sustainability, leads to changes in HVACR technology. Other products include other heating applications, food service and retail, transportation, and healthcare/life sciences. This new business also has a solution portfolio that manages, monitors, and controls refrigeration units in the commercial setting, as well as software solutions that measure and monitor temperature conditions of refrigerated goods in transit, where there is a greater emphasis on energy management/sustainability solutions globally.