CFD Engineer

Global Connect Technologies; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Connect Technologies seeks an engineer focused on cooling systems and thermo-sciences to join our Peoria, IL team. You will analyze 1D/3D cooling components, run CFD simulations, and contribute to product development.

The role requires experience with GT-Suite, Fluent, OpenFOAM, ANSA, Creo, and scripting in Python, C++, or Java. Strong project management and ability to manage multiple priorities are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Agricultural, Aerospace, or similar preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree: 2+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Master’s degree: 2+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• 1+ years of engineering experience focused on cooling system performance for product development.
• At least 1 year of experience with 1D and CFD system simulation.
• Strong background and interest in thermo-sciences.

Skills

Thermo-sciences

CFD tools

Programming languages

1D/3D cooling analysis

Powertrain cooling / electrification

GT-Suite

ANSYS/SpaceClaim

Creo CAD

Product development processes

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree: 2+ years experience

Master’s degree: 2+ years experience

1+ years cooling system experience

1+ years 1D/CFD experience

Strong thermo-sciences background

Tools

Fluent

Fluid mechanics

Thermodynamics

Heat transfer

GT-Suite

Fluent

Star-CCM+

OpenFOAM

ANSA

ANSYS Workbench/SpaceClaim

Creo

Job description

• Strong background in thermo-sciences, including fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer.
• 1D or 3D cooling component/system analysis experience.
• Proficiency with CFD tools such as Fluent, Star-CCM+, or OpenFOAM.
• Proficiency in Python, C++, or Java.
• Working knowledge of diesel engines, powertrain cooling, and/or electrification systems.
• Experience with 1D analysis tools such as GT-Suite.
• Proficiency with meshing tools such as ANSA or ANSYS Workbench/SpaceClaim.
• Experience with CAD packages such as Creo.
• Knowledge of product development processes for machines, engines, and battery/electric systems.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Agricultural, Aerospace, or similar preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree: 2+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Master’s degree: 2+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• 1+ years of engineering experience focused on cooling system performance for product development.
• At least 1 year of experience with 1D and CFD system simulation.
• Strong background and interest in thermo-sciences.