1D Fluid Systems Simulation Engineer

Motive Workforce; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Motive Workforce in Santa Clarita, CA is seeking a 1D Fluid Systems Simulation Engineer to lead system-level simulations for high-performance automotive powertrains. You will run simulations, analyze results, and automate workflows with in-house tools, contributing to validation and cross-functional design efforts.

The role emphasizes technical autonomy, collaboration with design teams, and developing parametric models to improve simulation accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in 1D fluid systems simulations for automotive powertrains.
• Strong analytical and programming skills for creating automated workflows.
• Ability to work with cross‑functional teams and present results.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run system simulations using in-house tools and remote compute clusters.
• Interpret and analyze simulation results; produce clear summaries and insights for design and development teams.
• Create and enhance scripts to streamline simulation workflows.
• Develop new analytical techniques to solve system analysis challenges.
• Collaborate with design engineers and internal teams to support modeling, validation, and project objectives.
• Assist in the development of parametric component models.
• Apply knowledge of testing methodologies and instrumentation to support validation.
• Prepare technical presentations for engineering reviews and meetings.

Skills

System-level simulations

Automation scripting

Parametric modeling

Cross-functional collaboration

Test & instrumentation understanding

Tools

In-house simulation tools

Job description

1D Fluid Systems Simulation Engineer

A leading high‑performance Motorsports organization is seeking a proven 1D Fluid Systems Simulation Engineer with strong experience in modern automotive powertrains. As an integral member of our Simulation Group, you will prepare, execute, and analyze system‑level simulations while operating with a high degree of technical autonomy.

Location: Santa Clarita, CA

Hourly Pay Rate:$38 - $55/hr DOE

Key Responsibilities

• Simulation Execution: Set up and run system simulations using in‑house tools and remote compute clusters.
• Analysis & Reporting: Interpret and analyze simulation results, producing clear summaries and insights for the broader design and development teams.
• Automation Development: Create and enhance scripts and macros to streamline and improve automated simulation workflows.
• Method Development: Innovate new analytical techniques and approaches to solve emerging system analysis challenges.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Liaise with design engineers and other internal teams to support modeling, validation, and project objectives.
• Parametric Modeling: Assist in the development of parametric component models.
• Test & Instrumentation Understanding: Apply knowledge of testing methodologies and instrumentation to support simulation validation.
• Technical Presentations: Prepare detailed technical presentations for engineering reviews and project meetings.