Senior Propulsion Thermal Management 3D CFD Engineer

generalmotors; Warren (MI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors in Warren, MI is seeking a CFD engineer to develop new propulsion CFD simulations for electrification components, including multiphase flow and thermal analyses. You will create robust 3D models and work in small teams to influence design decisions.

The role emphasizes reducing hardware testing through simulation, mentoring colleagues, and contributing to automation tools using Python or Java, with a hybrid schedule at the Global HQ Warren, MI.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering required; 5+ years CFD experience.
• Proven ability to develop new CFD procedures.
• Familiarity with propulsion system design, operation, or testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop new CFD simulations for electrification propulsion components.
• Collaborate in small teams on complex multiphase flow and thermal simulations.
• Apply capabilities to impact design, manufacturing, and reduce hardware testing.
• Provide design recommendations based on analysis results to engineers.
• Present analysis results to peers and management during reviews.
• Mentor colleagues and provide technical assistance.
• Benchmark and evaluate new procedures, technology, or software tools.
• Develop automation tools using Python or Java.

Skills

CFD simulations

Propulsion familiarity

Team collaboration

Python/Java programming

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

MS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (preferred)

Tools

STAR-CCM+

Simerics-MP+

Siemens NX

Job description

Job Description

The Role

This role within the Global Propulsion Engineering division offers the opportunity to work in a highly collaborative team focused on virtual process development and execution. Propulsion related thermal and multiphase flow simulations are the primary focus. 3D Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) models are used to directly impact design and eliminate hardware testing. Simulations are focused on electric motors, drive units, battery cells, engine, and transmission related components.

What You’ll Do

• Development of new and innovative CFD simulations related to electrification propulsion components
• Collaboratively work in small teams focused on the development of complex multiphase flow and/or thermal simulations
• Application of developed and developing capabilities to directly impact design, manufacturing process, and for the elimination of hardware testing
• Provide component-level and/or system-level design recommendations to Design Responsible Engineers based on interpretation of analysis results
• Participate in product design and development teams and present analysis results to engineering peers and management
• Provide mentoring and technical assistance to colleagues
• Provide technical insight for problem resolution by leveraging analysis results
• Benchmarking and evaluation of new procedures, technology, or software tools
• Contribute to the development of automation tools using Python or Java

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering
• 5+ years of experience with CFD simulations
• Proven expertise in developing new CFD procedures
• Familiarity or practical experience with the principles of vehicle propulsion system design, operation, or testing

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• MS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with coursework in heat transfer and fluid mechanics preferred
• 2+ years of experience with STAR-CCM+ or Simerics-MP+
• 2+ years of experience with CFD analysis of propulsion related systems
• Experience with CFD optimization tools
• Experience with test to model correlation
• Experience with programming in Python, Java, or equivalent languages
• Experience with the latest CFD visualization techniques
• Linux experience in distributed computing environments
• Knowledge of Siemens NX CAD modeling

Location: Hybrid. This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the - Global HQ Warren MI three times per week, at minimum [or other frequency dictated by the business]

Relocation: This role may be eligible for relocation benefits.

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