Powertrain 1D Fluid Simulation Engineer

Motive Workforce; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Motive Workforce in Santa Clarita, CA is seeking a 1D Fluid Systems Simulation Engineer to lead system-level simulations for high-performance automotive powertrains. You will run simulations, analyze results, and automate workflows with in-house tools, contributing to validation and cross-functional design efforts.

The role emphasizes technical autonomy, collaboration with design teams, and developing parametric models to improve simulation accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in 1D fluid systems simulations for automotive powertrains.
• Strong analytical and programming skills for creating automated workflows.
• Ability to work with cross‑functional teams and present results.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run system simulations using in-house tools and remote compute clusters.
• Interpret and analyze simulation results; produce clear summaries and insights for design and development teams.
• Create and enhance scripts to streamline simulation workflows.
• Develop new analytical techniques to solve system analysis challenges.
• Collaborate with design engineers and internal teams to support modeling, validation, and project objectives.
• Assist in the development of parametric component models.
• Apply knowledge of testing methodologies and instrumentation to support validation.
• Prepare technical presentations for engineering reviews and meetings.

Skills

System-level simulations

Automation scripting

Parametric modeling

Cross-functional collaboration

Test & instrumentation understanding

Tools

In-house simulation tools

Job description

Motive Workforce in Santa Clarita, CA is seeking a 1D Fluid Systems Simulation Engineer to lead system-level simulations for high-performance automotive powertrains. You will run simulations, analyze results, and automate workflows with in-house tools, contributing to validation and cross-functional design efforts.

The role emphasizes technical autonomy, collaboration with design teams, and developing parametric models to improve simulation accuracy and efficiency.