Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer

Position: CFD EngineerLocation: Milwaukee, WIExperience level: 5-8 years• MS/MTech in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, any other relevant disciplines• Thermal & Mechanical Modeling and simulation skills• Solid years of experience in selecting and characterizing thermal materials• Extensive working experience in thermal system design using CFD simulations• Good working experience/exposure in Mechanical system design using FEA simulations related to crash, crush, mechanical shock and vibration analysis• Experience with Li-Ion battery systems is desired, specifically regarding thermal management and mechanical design• OEM Automotive/Tier 1 experience with systems/assemblies is highly desirable• Strong Communication and organizational skills• Provide expert thermal management system designs and guidance to facilitate the development of Lead acid, Li-Ion, Super Capacitor battery cells and battery packs• Provide CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) and thermal simulations to predict the performance of the temperature distribution within the cells and battery systems and establish operating ranges and key design parameters• Provide knowledge for defining and executing FEA simulations to validate battery design concepts regarding mechanical robustness• Optimize the system design to balance cost, performance, mass, volume and thermal efficiency• 2+ years FEA specifically experience with ANSA and ABAQUS tools• Provide technical guidance to cross functional teams as needed• Assist in the assembly and test of battery systems or prototypes