Job description

CFD Engineer

Mossville, IL

In this role, you will utilize analytical techniques (1-D and 3-D simulation tools) to provide simulation support for electrification projects across various Caterpillar platforms, as well as cooling performance simulation for diesel-powered applications. This includes conducting 1-D system simulation for up-front system sizing and component selection for cooling systems as well as performing high-end Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation for virtual design and validation.

It is critical that you have good communication skills to effectively collaborate with the various product development teams to deliver validated design solutions to our challenging program deliverables and timelines simultaneously. You must foster strong collaboration with our design, system, and validation partners.

What you will do:

• Conduct application specific cooling system analysis projects
• Develop cooling system layouts, component selection, sizing and optimizing the cooling air and water systems using 1-D simulation tools
• Collaborate with design partners to meet technical and regulatory requirements
• Conduct component CFD to determine performance characteristics
• Develop CFD models to understand air flow through cooling packages
• Develop underhood thermal CFD models to predict component temperatures
• Collaborate with test engineers and correlate analysis models
• Perform analysis to assist in resolving cooling-related field problems
• Contribute to improvements in simulation methods and processes
• Help to establish technical requirements and specifications for new products

What you must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Agricultural, Aerospace engineering, or similar with 2+ years of engineering experience with at least 1 year focused on cooling system performance for product development with 1D and CFD system simulation experience, or a Master’s degree in Mechanical, Agricultural, Aerospace engineering, or similar
• Strong background and interest in thermo-sciences
• Experience with 1D system simulation or CFD
• Project management skills allowing for handling of multiple projects and priorities
• Good communication skills, customer focus, and teamwork

Top Candidates will also have:

• Experience correlating 1D simulation models and recommending design changes to optimize product
• Experience utilizing CFD models to improve accuracy and fidelity of 1D simulations
• Strong technical leadership skills with ability to communicate technical information effectively with team members and others in the work group, as well as with employees in other business units, management, and external suppliers
• Experience analyzing cooling systems for electrification or diesel engine systems
• Knowledge of engine, powertrain cooling, aftertreatment and/or electrification systems
• Experience with power systems, heavy construction/mining equipment or automotive systems

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $67,060.27 - $136,575.16 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Mossville, IL 61552: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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