General Motors

Thermal Simulation Engineer - Front End Air Flow (FEAF)

General Motors • $80K — $110K *
Warren, MI 48089Hybrid
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 1+ years of industry experience in Thermal and Fluid Flow Engineering & Sciences.
  • B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.
  • Proficient in using CFD and Heat transfer simulation software, notably STAR-CCM+ and CAD tools like Teamcenter & UG-NX.
  • Knowledge in engineering principles, specifically heat transfer and fluid flow.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional engineering teams.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct vehicle-level CFD simulations for thermal performance analysis.
  • Perform propulsion-focused CFD simulations to assist in system design.
  • Develop CFD simulations for new vehicle and propulsion programs innovatively.
  • Collaborate with various engineering teams to share simulation findings and design insights.
  • Enhance calibration processes and procedures with the FEAF Calibration teams using virtual tools.
  • Support the team in generating necessary data for calibration milestones for FEAF.
  • Engage actively in Thermal Development Performance Integration Team meetings.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment requiring on-site attendance 3 times per week.
  • Opportunities for travel to testing facilities for hands-on experience.
  • Exposure and collaboration with diverse engineering teams and projects.
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Job Description

The Role

The Thermal Execution Virtual Design Development Validation (VDDV) team is a cutting-edge team, utilizing Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), to lead the vehicle development from integrated Front End Air Flow solutions to Thermal Management for under hood/underbody thermal protection, for Electric Vehicles and Internal Combustion Engine Vehicles. The team is currently virtually validating Front End Airflow requirements and continuing to push the envelope as it relates to transient simulation capability. It is an exciting time to join the team!

The Thermal Execution VDDV Engineer - FEAF and Calibration Support will build, run, and interpret results from various vehicle front end airflow models. The engineer will then also support the Airflow calibration team to identify processes and methods needed to support the FEAF calibration process virtually. They will also provide the needed data to establish calibrations for the vehicle.

The engineer will join a multi-disciplined team of engineers who perform thermal and fluid flow simulations of varying complexity to drive the design of vehicles and powertrains. Key elements of the job are:

What You'll Do
  • Perform vehicle level CFD simulation to determine the flow thru the front end for thermal performance
  • Perform Propulsion focused CFD simulations under various load cases to lead the design of the Propulsion system and its components.
  • Work on future vehicle and propulsion programs with a focus on process efficiency and innovation
  • Pro-actively develop CFD simulations for new programs based on propulsion and/or vehicle content and functional objectives
  • Work closely with Propulsion Program Management Teams (PMT), Thermal/HVAC Development Engineers, Aero Performance Engineers, Studio and Design Release Engineers to communicate simulation results and make design recommendations.
  • Work closely with the FEAF Calibration teams to enhance processes and procedures to enable calibrations using virtual tools.
  • Provide and support the team to provide the needed data for calibration milestones for FEAF
  • Actively participate in the Thermal Development Performance Integration Teams (PIT) meetings
  • As required, use the Compartment Integration Teams (CIT) and Product Development Teams (PDT) to drive issues to resolution
  • Validate and provide the necessary documentation to support FEAF signoff for VTC and VDC
  • Travel as required. There will be opportunities to work with test engineers at the Climatic Wind Tunnel, Aerodynamics Tunnel and at the Proving Grounds to develop an understanding of the models versus physical vehicle and powertrain performance tests. This is strategic to not only enable refinement of the analytical methods & techniques but build relationships.


Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
  • 1+ years of industry experience in Thermal and Fluid Flow Engineering & Sciences
  • B.S. in Mechanical Engineering with emphasis on Thermal Sciences or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent
  • Working experience with CFD & Heat transfer simulation software such as STAR-CCM+ and CAD software such as Teamcenter & UG-NX
  • Specific knowledge of engineering in heat transfer and fluid flow
  • High level of oral and written communication skills
  • Great teammate with the ability to work effectively with engineers from other functional teams


What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

  • Experience in Thermal Development or Design and Release of Automotive Systems, especially Thermal related
  • M.S. and or PHD degree in Mechanical Engineering with emphasis on Thermal Sciences or Aerospace Engineering preferred
  • Experience in calibrations and controls


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}.The selected candidate will be required to travel

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