Senior CAE Engineer - Pump & Fluid Dynamics Innovator

Franklin Electric; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin Electric in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking an experienced engineer to perform CFD/FEA analyses of fluids and thermal effects in pump applications. The role involves developing CAE models, evaluating mechanical design performance, and solving complex engineering problems with cross-functional teams.

Required are a Bachelor's in engineering and extensive experience with CAD/CAE tools (CREO, ANSYS CFx/FLUENT, ANSYS Mechanical).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field required.
• Master’s preferred in Hydraulic Design or CAE.
• 10+ years of related experience; Master’s may substitute for years.

Responsibilities

• Perform CFD/FEA for fluid dynamics and heat transfer analyses.
• Develop models to simulate flow, heat transfer, structural, and vibration behavior.
• Propose design solutions to improve performance and reliability.

Skills

Fluid dynamics

FEA

CREO CAD

Analytical thinking

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master’s degree in Hydraulic Design

Tools

CREO CAD

ANSYS CFx/FLUENT

ANSYS Mechanical

Job description

Franklin Electric in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking an experienced engineer to perform CFD/FEA analyses of fluids and thermal effects in pump applications. The role involves developing CAE models, evaluating mechanical design performance, and solving complex engineering problems with cross-functional teams.

Required are a Bachelor's in engineering and extensive experience with CAD/CAE tools (CREO, ANSYS CFx/FLUENT, ANSYS Mechanical).