DFMEA CFD Engineer – Battery & Propulsion Thermal

generalmotors; Warren (MI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Relocation benefits available

Job summary

General Motors in the United States is seeking a CFD Engineer – Propulsion and Battery Systems to lead DFMEA-driven 3D CFD analysis across battery, power electronics, and propulsion systems. You will identify thermal failure modes, assess risks, and drive robust mitigation strategies while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role supports a hybrid work arrangement and requires expertise in 3D CFD tools, heat transfer, and propulsion system knowledge.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with propulsion-related simulation, design, testing, or release.
• Hands-on with 3D CFD software packages (STAR-CCM+, Simerics-MP+, Fluent).
• Strong understanding of heat transfer and fluid mechanics applied to engineering systems.
• Familiarity with vehicle propulsion system design, operation, or testing.
• BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform DFMEA-aligned 3D CFD analysis focusing on high-voltage battery systems and power electronics.
• Simulate battery Thermal Runaway Propagation, venting dynamics, and safety physics under abuse scenarios.
• Lead thermal risk assessments during architecture definition and rapid CFD trades.
• Correlate virtual predictions with physical test data to ensure fidelity.
• Communicate analysis plans and results to stakeholders via presentations and reviews.
• Meet timing, quality, and cost targets within product development processes.
• Participate in benchmarking and advanced methods to improve GM's CFD capabilities.

Skills

CFD analysis

3D CFD software

Heat transfer & fluid mechanics

Propulsion system familiarity

Education

BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

STAR-CCM+

Simerics-MP+

Fluent (ANSYS Fluent)

Job description

General Motors in the United States is seeking a CFD Engineer – Propulsion and Battery Systems to lead DFMEA-driven 3D CFD analysis across battery, power electronics, and propulsion systems. You will identify thermal failure modes, assess risks, and drive robust mitigation strategies while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role supports a hybrid work arrangement and requires expertise in 3D CFD tools, heat transfer, and propulsion system knowledge.