Aerodynamics Engineer

Trek Bicycle Corporation; Waterloo (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match and ESOP

Maternity leave 12 weeks with pay

Tuition Reimbursement up to $15,000

Job summary

Trek Bicycle Corporation in Waterloo, WI is seeking an Aerodynamics Engineer with a passion for CFD, wind tunnel testing, and research focused on advanced bicycle aerodynamics.

You will own projects spanning fundamental fluid mechanics, aerodynamic optimization, CFD techniques, wind tunnel testing, and aero model development, collaborating with product teams to deliver best-in-class bicycles.

Qualifications

• BS in Aerospace/Mechanical/Physics or related field with strong fundamentals in fluid mechanics.
• 5+ years of industry experience or 3+ years with an advanced degree.
• Experience with CFD codes, wind tunnel testing, and aerodynamic design.
• Proactive, independent worker with strong communication to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to use aero knowledge to guide design without full data.

Responsibilities

• Create, run, and post-process CFD models for diverse products.
• Plan and lead wind tunnel and on-road tests.
• Lead multi-disciplinary design optimizations and provide actionable guidance.
• Develop aerodynamic and environmental models and simulations.
• Conduct R&D projects in aerodynamics testing and simulation methods.
• Travel <10% of the time.

Skills

CFD experience

Wind tunnel testing

Aerodynamic design

Communication skills

Independent worker

Python

MATLAB

Java

C++

Education

B.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics

Advanced degree in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering or Physics

Tools

STAR-CCM+

Linux

HPC computing

Python

MATLAB

C++

Job description

A bit about usTrek is an awesome place to work, with amazing benefits for all employees. We build only products we love, provide incredible hospitality to our customers, and change the world by getting more people on bikes. When you’re on our team, you’re taken care of, encouraged to learn and grow, and given lots of opportunities to do so. Give us your best, and we’ll give it right back. Sound pretty sweet? Then come join us!Job DescriptionWe're looking for a passionate engineer experienced in aerodynamics or fluid mechanics. Ideal candidates will have a strong interest in aerodynamics or fluid mechanics with research or job experience in those subjects. You will thrive in this role if you enjoy close collaboration with design teams, communicating results and engineering concepts to broader teams, and working on open-ended research projects.As an Aerodynamics Engineer, you will take ownership of engineering projects spanning fundamental fluid mechanics research, aerodynamic optimization, cutting-edge CFD techniques, wind tunnel testing, real-world aerodynamic track and road testing, and aerodynamic model and code development. You will work in a cross-functional environment, collaborating with product development teams (bike frames, components, accessories, etc) and other Trek Performance Research engineers to develop best-in-class bicycle products. Additionally, you will be involved in external-facing technical materials for marketing and media to support the introduction and launch of new products to our customers.Flexible start date in winter 2026/2027. Candidates must be able to work in the Waterloo, WI headquaters most days of the week.Responsibilities:· Create, run, post-process CFD models (aerodynamic, stability, & thermal) for a variety of products· Plan and lead wind tunnel tests, velodrome tests, and on-road tests· Carry out multi-disciplinary design optimizations· Make engineering design recommendations based upon past CFD and wind tunnel results· Create aerodynamic and environmental models and simulations· Conduct and lead R&D and continuous improvement projects related to aerodynamics testing and simulation methods· Conduct fluid mechanics research – from unsteady bluff body drag reduction to flow visualization techniques· Travel <10%Position Qualifications:· B.S. in one of the following or related fields:o Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics· 5+ years of industry experience or an advanced degree and 3+ years of applicable industry experience· Experience studying, researching, or working with CFD codes, wind tunnel testing, and aerodynamic designMust be a proactive, independent worker that requires minimal oversightMust be able to work well in a diverse design groupAble to communicate and present technical ideas to a non-technical audienceAbility to use aerodynamics engineering experience to make design guidance and recommendations without simulation or test dataCurious always learning mindsetLive or be willing to relocate to the Waterloo, WI areaPreferred Qualifications:· Advanced degree in one of the following or related field:o Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics· 5+ years of industry experience· Background in Linux and HPC computing· Experience in STAR-CCM+· Experience in multi-disciplinary parameterized optimization· Experience in vehicle simulation and dynamics· Experience in external unsteady flows· Proficiency in programming languages (Python, MATLAB, Java, C++)Trek Benefits:• Flexible and fun company culture• Competitive health care• PPO & HDHP medical plan options, Dental insurance, Vision insurance• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)• Free life insurance & optional term life insurance• Competitive vacation package• 401(k) with match and Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOP)• 12 weeks of maternity leave with 100% pay• Flexible holiday schedule – 10 company holidays• Tuition Reimbursement up to $15,000! (Undergraduate & Masters programs)• Employee discounts on all product• Deep partner retail discountsWe are an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer. Trek strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.We are an E-Verify employer.For more information, please click on the following links:E-Verify Participation Poster: English / SpanishE-Verify Right to Work Poster: English | Spanish