General Motors

Propulsion Thermal Management 3D CFD Engineer

General Motors • $88K — $105K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering
  • 2+ years of experience in simulation, design, testing, or release of propulsion systems
  • 2+ years of experience with CFD analysis of propulsion systems
  • Familiarity with vehicle propulsion system design and testing principles

Responsibilities

  • Develop innovative CFD simulations for electrified propulsion components
  • Collaborate in small teams on complex multiphase flow and thermal simulations
  • Apply simulation capabilities to influence design and eliminate hardware testing
  • Provide design recommendations based on analysis results to engineers
  • Participate in product design teams and present findings to peers and management
  • Offer technical insights for problem resolution using analysis results
  • Benchmark and evaluate new procedures, technologies, or software tools
  • Contribute to automation tool development using Python or Java

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model with in-office requirements
  • Potential eligibility for relocation benefits
Full 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 fluid simulations are the primary focus. 3D Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) models are used to directly impact design and eliminate hardware testing. Simulations are primarily focused on engines, transmissions, electric motors & drive units, with extended scope of the team in battery cells and related processes.

What You'll Do:
  • Development of new and innovative CFD simulations related to electrified 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, processes, 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 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
  • 2+ years of experience with simulation, design, testing, or release of propulsion related systems
  • 2+ years of experience with CFD analysis of propulsion related systems
  • 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
  • Experience with STAR-CCM+ or Simerics-MP+ CFD software
  • Experience with CFD optimization tools
  • Experience with test to model correlation
  • Experience with programming in Python, Java, or equivalent languages
  • Linux experience in distributed computing environments
  • Experience with the latest CFD visualization techniques
  • 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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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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