Job DescriptionWe're looking for a passionate engineer experienced in aerodynamics or fluid mechanics. Ideal candidates will have a strong interest in aerodynamics or fluid mechanics with research or job experience in those subjects. You will thrive in this role if you enjoy close collaboration with design teams, communicating results and engineering concepts to broader teams, and working on open-ended research projects.
As an Aerodynamics Engineer, you will take ownership of engineering projects spanning fundamental fluid mechanics research, aerodynamic optimization, cutting-edge CFD techniques, wind tunnel testing, real-world aerodynamic track and road testing, and aerodynamic model and code development. You will work in a cross-functional environment, collaborating with product development teams (bike frames, components, accessories, etc) and other Trek Performance Research engineers to develop best-in-class bicycle products. Additionally, you will be involved in external-facing technical materials for marketing and media to support the introduction and launch of new products to our customers.
Flexible start date in winter 2026/2027. Candidates must be able to work in the Waterloo, WI headquaters most days of the week.
Responsibilities:
• Create, run, post-process CFD models (aerodynamic, stability, & thermal) for a variety of products
• Plan and lead wind tunnel tests, velodrome tests, and on-road tests
• Carry out multi-disciplinary design optimizations
• Make engineering design recommendations based upon past CFD and wind tunnel results
• Create aerodynamic and environmental models and simulations
• Conduct and lead R&D and continuous improvement projects related to aerodynamics testing and simulation methods
• Conduct fluid mechanics research - from unsteady bluff body drag reduction to flow visualization techniques
• Travel
Position Qualifications:
• B.S. in one of the following or related fields:
o Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics
• 5+ years of industry experience or an advanced degree and 3+ years of applicable industry experience
• Experience studying, researching, or working with CFD codes, wind tunnel testing, and aerodynamic design
- Must be a proactive, independent worker that requires minimal oversight
- Must be able to work well in a diverse design group
- Able to communicate and present technical ideas to a non-technical audience
- Ability to use aerodynamics engineering experience to make design guidance and recommendations without simulation or test data
- Curious always learning mindset
- Live or be willing to relocate to the Waterloo, WI area
Preferred Qualifications:
• Advanced degree in one of the following or related field:
o Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics
• 5+ years of industry experience
• Background in Linux and HPC computing
• Experience in STAR-CCM+
• Experience in multi-disciplinary parameterized optimization
• Experience in vehicle simulation and dynamics
• Experience in external unsteady flows
• Proficiency in programming languages (Python, MATLAB, Java, C++)
Trek Benefits:• Flexible and fun company culture
• Competitive health care
• PPO & HDHP medical plan options, Dental insurance, Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Free life insurance & optional term life insurance
• Competitive vacation package
• 401(k) with match and Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOP)
• 12 weeks of maternity leave with 100% pay
• Flexible holiday schedule - 10 company holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $15,000! (Undergraduate & Masters programs)
• Employee discounts on all product
• Deep partner retail discounts
