Combustion Engineer

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group; Indiana; In loco; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group is seeking a skilled Engine Modeling Engineer to advance spark-ignited engine simulations using GT-POWER in Indiana. You will build, calibrate, and validate 1D engine models and fast-running variants, and align results with test/CFD data.

You will collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers, document modeling approaches, and drive automation improvements using GT-Python, MATLAB, and MS-Excel. A strong thermodynamics background is essential.

Competenze

• Spark-ignited engine modeling using GT-POWER and calibration.
• Calibrating GT models to reference data (experimental/CFD) and developing fast-running GT models.
• Optimization with GT-Suite.
• MATLAB, MS-Excel, MS-PowerPoint.
• Thermodynamics, gas dynamics, and heat transfer.

Mansioni

• Model combustion and air-handling processes for spark-ignited engines.
• Develop, calibrate, and validate 1D GT-POWER engine models (DGM).
• Correlate simulation results with engine test data or CFD data and improve accuracy.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and suppliers to resolve modeling gaps.
• Document modeling assumptions, calibration methods, validation results, and findings.
• Communicate analysis outcomes in meetings and emails.

Conoscenze

GT-POWER modeling

Engine calibration

GT-Suite optimization

Thermodynamics & gas dynamics

MATLAB

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Strumenti

GT-POWER

GT-Suite

MATLAB

MS-Excel

MS-PowerPoint

Descrizione del lavoro

• Model combustion and air-handling processes using appropriate predictive approaches for spark ignited engines.
• Develop, calibrate, and validate 1D detailed GT-POWER engine models (DGM).
• Develop and calibrate Fast Running Models (FRM).
• Correlate simulation results from GT-POWER models with engine test data or 3D-CFD simulation data and improve model accuracy.
• Conducting GT-POWER 1D engine cycle simulations to generate boundary conditions for 3D CFD simulations.
• Apply thermodynamics, gas dynamics, and heat transfer fundamentals.
• Analyze flow behavior in intake and exhaust systems.
• Predict engine performance parameters under steady-state and transient conditions.
• Support fuel economy improvement and engine efficiency optimization.
• Evaluate turbocharger matching and air system sizing.
• Assess model robustness across operating conditions.
• Support development of validation plans for new engine configurations.
• Support optimization studies and design trade off evaluations.
• Contribute to automation and process improvements in modeling workflows using GT-Python automation tools and/or other tools including MATLAB and MS-Excel.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to obtain technical input and resolve model or system-level gaps.
• Working independently on assigned simulation, analysis, and reporting deliverables, ensuring technical accuracy and timely closure.
• Document modeling assumptions, calibration methods, validation results, and technical findings in technical reports.
• Communicating effectively with local and global stakeholders through professional email communication and virtual meetings to present analysis outcomes and recommendations.
• Drive to learn new technologies and modeling approaches for enhanced contributions to projects.

Skills:

Must have

• Spark ignited engine modeling using GT-POWER- knowledge of building, calibrating and analyzing spark ignited models
• Calibrating detailed GT models to reference data (experimental/CFD) and developing fast running GT models
• Optimization with GT-Suite
• MATLAB, MS-Excel, MS-PowerPoint
• Thermodynamics, gas dynamics, and heat transfer