Bachelor's degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering
Thorough understanding of CFD concepts
Minimum 3+ years of experience with CFD solvers, pre and post processors
Experienced user of CAD software (NX, CATIA, SolidWorks)
Willingness to work overtime as needed to meet project schedules.
Responsibilities
Apply CFD tools to enhance race car airflow characteristics
Collaborate to develop CFD models and conduct simulations
Post-process results to evaluate the impact of modifications
Correlate CFD results with wind tunnel and track test data
Compile technical reports and present findings on design changes
Summarize activities and communicate results to related departments
Identify emerging technology trends in CFD.
Full Job Description
Job Description
Working in the aero group, the candidate will use computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to perform simulations investigating race car performance. The results from these experiments will be used to identify potential performance gains, guide wind tunnel testing, and develop body surface specifications. The CFD engineer will help make improvements to strengthen the aerodynamic performance of the race car.
Responsibilities
Apply computational fluid dynamics tools to understand airflow characteristics and improve performance
Work in a group to develop all CFD models and perform all simulations
Post-process the results to understand the impact of model changes
Correlation of CFD results to wind tunnel and track test data
Compile technical reports, present simulation results, and provide effective suggestions on design modifications.
Summarizing and reporting activity to related departments
Identify technology trends in the CFD field
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering
Thorough understanding of CFD concepts
Minimum 3+ years of experience working with CFD solvers, pre and post processors
Experienced user of CAD software (NX, CATIA, SolidWorks)
Willingness and ability to work overtime as required to meet project schedules and complete required tasks