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1D CFD Virtual Engineer - Engine Performance and Fuel Economy

Stellantis
Posted a month ago, valid for 13 days
Location

Auburn Hills, MI, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Engine Performance Simulation Engineer focuses on analyzing and optimizing engine performance through advanced simulation techniques.
  • Candidates should possess a minimum of 7 years' experience in applying 1D CFD tools to internal combustion engine combustion simulation and optimization.
  • The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and expertise in areas such as heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and engine modeling.
  • A competitive salary is offered, although the exact figure is not specified in the job description.
  • Preferred qualifications include a Master's degree in a related field and familiarity with engine calibration and control systems.
The Engine Performance Simulation Engineer is a specialized role focused on analyzing and optimizing engine performance. Candidates are expected to have experience in dynamometer (dyno) testing or in applying simulation and optimization techniques to solve complex industrial engineering challenges. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in internal combustion (IC) engine modeling and simulation, with expertise in heat transfer and performance optimization, particularly in improving fuel efficiency. A solid understanding of engine dyno testing, calibration, and control systems is also required. Additionally, the candidate should have hands-on experience in combustion, chemical kinetics, fluid dynamics, design optimization, and engine testing environments. This role also requires the ability to mentor and develop junior engineering staff, as well as lead innovation initiatives. The candidate will play a key role in advancing engineering methodologies and continuously strengthening the team's capabilities in engine performance and fuel economy.

The responsibility of the engineer will include, but not limited to:
  • Air path model development and simulation
  • Turbocharger system modeling
  • 1D core engine perfomance modeling and development
  • Cold and Hot end lines
  • Sensor locations
  • Catalyst light off strategies
  • Fuel map generation
  • Combustion system model development
  • Control strategies logics
  • Identify current gaps in Engine modeling methodologies and develop plans for methodology development
  • Fast run model and Real Time model development for virtual control
  • Follow up team progresses and review technical reviews
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, as accredited by ABETS or ABET equivalent, is required. 
  • Minimum 7 years' experience and demonstrated excellence in applying advanced 1D CFD tools to IC engine combustion simulation and optimization
  • Thorough knowledge of the English language including both written and oral communication
  • Strong analytical and technical background in engine performance data, fluid flow, heat transfer and numerical methods.
  • Thorough knowledge of commercial codes such as GT-Suite, Wave and AVL Boost
  • General knowledge of commercial CAD packages including NX and Teamcenter and Catia
  • Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office products

 

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master Degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, physics or chemistry (combustion area)
  • Familiar with engine calibration, HIL, engine control and its influence on engine combustion and performance optimization is plus
  • Experience n CFD-3D field
  • Documented history of advancing the state of the art in some area of modeling, simulation, optimization of IC engine combustion
  • Good skill in programming
  • High proactivity and problem solving attitude



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