General Motors

Global Technical Specialist--3D Airflow & Combustion

General Motors • $100K — $130K *
Pontiac, MI 48340Hybrid
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience with compressible CFD analysis of powertrain-related systems
  • MS in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field focusing on internal combustion engines or fluid dynamics
  • 7+ years of experience in CFD software (CONVERGE, STAR-CD, STAR-CCM+ or similar) for gasoline or diesel mixture preparation/combustion simulation
  • Highly proficient in ProStar, ICEM, Hypermesh, Tgrid, or equivalent CFD meshing software
  • Highly proficient in Converge, Siemens CCM+ In-Cylinder Solution, StarCD, AVL Fire, or equivalent CFD software
  • Highly proficient in Ensight, ProStar or equivalent CFD post-processing software
  • Proficient in programming (Java, MATLAB, Python), workflow automation, and customization of tools surrounding main vendor software

Responsibilities

  • Lead method development for fuel spray, combustion analysis, and aftertreatment systems
  • Own scorecards for hardware release metrics regarding combustion and airflow systems
  • Design and optimize combustion chamber geometries for efficiency and emissions
  • Simulate combustion processes and heat transfer, including catalyst heating strategies
  • Provide design recommendations to Hardware & Calibration Technical Specialists based on analysis results
  • Enhance current analysis practices/tools for better prediction fidelity
  • Drive testing to support new analysis techniques and lead cross-functional teams in engine design and calibration

Benefits

  • Relocation benefits may be available for this role
  • Hybrid work arrangement requiring in-office presence at least three times a week
Full Job Description
Job Description

Work Arrangement: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the office three times per week, at minimum.

The Role

General Motors is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Engine Combustion & Airflow Technical Specialist to join our Engine Performance and Calibration team. This role is critical in shaping the future of internal combustion engine (ICE) technology through high-fidelity computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in engine airflow, gas exchange, combustion modeling, fuel injection spray, exhaust systems and emissions control, and will contribute to the design and optimization of next-generation gasoline and diesel combustion systems and airpaths.

What You'll Do

  • Lead the technical method development and roadmap for fuel spray, in-cylinder mixture preparation, combustion analysis, exhaust and aftertreatment systems, manifolds and boosting systems.


  • Own scorecards for critical hardware release metrics for combustion, airflow, exhaust systems, aftertreatment, and exhaust sensors


  • Design and optimize combustion chamber geometries for improved efficiency, power output, and emissions performance.


  • Simulate and interpret combustion processes, heat transfer, cold start behavior, and catalyst heating strategies.


  • Provide component-level and/or system-level design recommendations to Hardware & Calibration Technical Specialists based on interpretation of analysis results


  • Own and enhance current standard analysis practices and/or tools to improve prediction fidelity and/or execution speed


  • Lead, execute, and coordinate analysis capability development initiatives, with emphasis on an "all virtual" future


  • Drive testing to support the development of first-time capable analysis techniques


  • Stays abreast of new technology and competitive products


  • Lead cross-functional teams including engine design, calibration, controls, and emissions compliance.


  • Interface with software vendors to convey future needs and impart change


  • Work with leadership, development partners, and PMT Technical Specialists to identify gaps and priorities for analysis growth


  • Seek out state of the art tools and methods and maintain a benchmark of industry capability and trends


  • Lead analysis support for code red and urgent product issue resolution


  • Interface with other virtual groups to establish common processes


  • Communicate status to leadership and escalate issues/roadblocks within the organization, as necessary


  • Represent GM for external collaborations and conferences


Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

  • 10+ years' experience with compressible CFD analysis of powertrain-related systems


  • MS in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related field with a focus on internal combustion engines or fluid dynamics


  • 7+ years' experience in CFD software (CONVERGE, STAR-CD, STAR-CCM+ or similar) for gasoline or diesel mixture preparation / combustion simulation


  • Highly proficient with ProStar, ICEM, Hypermesh, Tgrid, or equivalent CFD meshing software


  • Highly proficient with Converge, Siemens CCM+ In-Cylinder Solution, StarCD, AVL Fire, or equivalent CFD software


  • Highly proficient with Ensight, ProStar or equivalent CFD post-processing software


  • Proficient in programming (Java, MATLAB, Python), workflow automation, and customization of tools surrounding main vendor software


  • Strong understanding of engine combustion testing, data acquisition and analysis


  • Demonstrated experience leveraging machine learning, advanced statistical methods, model-based calibration and/or multi-disciplinary CAE optimization


What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

  • PhD in Mechanical Engineering or related fields


  • Proficient in application of machine learning, data driven modeling techniques in context of engine simulations


  • Proficient with GT-Power, WAVE, AVL Boost, or equivalent 1D engine simulation software


  • Experience with hands-on engine testing, data acquisition and calibration tools (AVL Concerto, Indicom, ETAS)


This job may be eligible for relocation benefits

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GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc).This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}.

About General Motors

General Motors Company engages in the manufacture and sale of cars and trucks in the United States, China, Brazil, Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Italy. It offers sedans, crossovers, sport utility vehicles, pick-up trucks, coupes, sports/convertibles and hybrid vehicles, hatchbacks/wagons, and vans, as well as mini cars in India. The company also provides parts and accessories, such as iPod and MP3 compatibility, mobility accessories, performance parts, AC parts and services, and merchandise. In addition, it offers vehicle safety, security, and information services. The company provides used vehicles. It offers its products through dealers and distributors. General Motors Company was formerly known as NGMCO, Inc. and changed its name to General Motors Company in July 2009. The company was incorporated in 2009 and is based in Detroit, Michigan. It operates manufacturing facilities in India, the United States, and Canada. General Motors Company operates as a subsidiary of the United States Department of The Treasury. General Motors led global vehicle sales for 77 consecutive years from 1931 through 2007, longer than any other automaker, and is currently among the world's largest automakers by vehicle unit sales. General Motors acts in most countries outside the USA via wholly-owned subsidiaries but operates in China through 10 joint ventures. GM's OnStar subsidiary provides vehicle safety, security, and information services. In 2009, General Motors shed several brands, closing Saturn, Pontiac, and Hummer, and emerged from a government-backed Chapter 11 reorganization. In 2010, GM made an initial public offering IPOs to date and returned to profitability later that year.

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Size
157,000 employees
Market Cap
$46.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$6.4 billion
Founded
1908
5 Year Trend
-3.2%
Revenue
$122.4 billion
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