3D-CFD-Senior Propulsion System Virtual Engineer – Combustion System

Stellantis; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle lease program

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Stellantis seeks a Senior Propulsion System Virtual Engineer to guide design teams and integrate CFD analyses for propulsion components and systems. The role involves building models, interpreting results, modifying CAD data for CFD, and advancing analysis practices in collaboration with development teams.

The successful candidate will have 8+ years in CFD simulations for propulsion, strong communication skills, and expertise with Converge, Ansa and Star-CCM+.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in CFD simulations on propulsion systems with focus on combustion system development.
• Experience with engineering analysis tools for Propulsion systems modeling and simulation (e.g. Converge, Ansa, Star-CCM+).
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated technical problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

• The simulation engineer analyzes combustion system designs and concepts to achieve functional requirements.
• Builds and exercises analytical models for internal combustion engines using commercial 3D CFD software tools such as Converge.
• Provides component-level and/or system-level design recommendations to Design Responsible Engineers based on interpretation of analysis results.
• Retrieves and modifies CAD models of propulsion system components to support the development of CFD models.
• Enhances current standard analysis practices and/or tools to improve prediction fidelity and/or execution speed in collaboration with the method development teams
• Participates in product design and development teams and regularly presents analysis results to engineering peers, Chief engineers and propulsion system management.
• Documents analysis objectives, results, conclusions and assumptions using a standard report template.
• Cooperatively works with test engineers to enhance laboratory procedures to support the development of first-time capable analysis techniques and the physical means reduction.
• Stays abreast of new technology and competitive products.

Skills

CFD simulations

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Converge

Ansa

Star-CCM+

Job description

The Senior Propulsion System Virtual Engineer is responsible for providing guidance to design teams. He/ She will be an integral part of the development team. The engineer is responsible for utilizing commercial and /or internal tools to analyze propulsion components / systems to ensure functional objectives are met.
The responsibility of the senior engineer position will include, but not limited to:

• The simulation engineer analyzes combustion system designs and concepts to achieve functional requirements
• Builds and exercises analytical models for internal combustion engines using commercial 3D CFD software tools such as Converge.
• Provides component-level and/or system-level design recommendations to Design Responsible Engineers based on interpretation of analysis results.
• Retrieves and modifies CAD models of propulsion system components to support the development of CFD models.
• Enhances current standard analysis practices and/or tools to improve prediction fidelity and/or execution speed in collaboration with the method development teams
• Participates in product design and development teams and regularly presents analysis results to engineering peers, Chief engineers and propulsion system management.
• Documents analysis objectives, results, conclusions and assumptions using a standard report template.
• Cooperatively works with test engineers to enhance laboratory procedures to support the development of first-time capable analysis techniques and the physical means reduction.
• Stays abreast of new technology and competitive products.
  

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 8 years of experience in CFD simulations on propulsion systems with focus on combustion system development
• Experience with engineering analysis tools for Propulsion systems modeling and simulation (e.g. Converge, Ansa, Star-CCM+)
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Demonstrated technical problem solving skills
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering or Applied Physics
• Good overall knowledge of propulsion system technologies and corresponding energy transformation systems
• Experience in Combustion system and combustion system simulations
• Experience with AI and ML algorithms
• Good skill in programming with commercial software (e.g. Matlab Simulink, Visual Basic, Visual C++)
• Demonstrated/proven expertise / record of applied knowledge for design / process improvements
  

Our Benefits — Designed With You In Mind

Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage

From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected. Also, our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers confidential support for personal and professional challenges, always ready when you need it.

Family Building Benefit

We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.

Generous Paid Time Off

We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans

We Help You Plan For The Future With

• An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
• An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute
  
  

Income Protection & Insurance Options

Benefit from both employer-provided and voluntary plan offerings, including life insurance, group accident, critical illness, etc. - supporting the needs of you and your family and ensuring peace of mind.

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Eligible employees and their immediate families can participate in the company vehicle lease program, providing access to Stellantis vehicles with insurance, maintenance, and unlimited miles included. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.

Support for Your Growth and Giving Back

We believe in investing in your future and your passions:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan refinancing programs
• 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community
  
  

And so much more!

When you join us, you’re not just building a career — you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.

EOE / Disability / Veteran