Aero/Thermal Engineering

Description:
Come join the Energy Management & Aero-Thermal (EMAT) team where we are committed to doing what is best for our customers. Be a part of a team filled with bright, resourceful, and determined employees who will lead the organizations development and delivery of efficiency, performance, drivability, total vehicle weight, thermal performance, and aerodynamics.

• We are looking for people who thrive in a fast-paced environment, deliver as a way of life, and are inspired to make a positive impact on the company.
• Team members are expected to establish effective working relationships, founded on trust and transparency, with our internal and external partners.
• Sound engineering judgment, excellent communication skills, the ability to influence change, and the ability to drive decisions are a must.

The Thermal Performance Engineer responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Ensure that vehicle functional objectives are achieved and will recommend actions to the Product team.
• Conduct reviews of functional systems (simulation and testing), cooling systems status with program chiefs, development test planning with lab engineers, and annual hot trip execution for assigned programs.
• Lead the communications and reporting of issues which include status updates and driving issue resolution.
• Responsible for proactive planning and tracking of vehicle validation, active support of aero/thermal attributes, and DVP&R test and reporting.
• Occasionally be required to interact with members of the exterior styling studio.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited university
• 3+ years of relevant engineering experience
• Chauffeur's License or willingness and ability to get one

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with thermal development, HVAC, or cooling systems
• Experience with data acquisition systems
• Experience with drive cell / wind tunnel testing
• Experience working with and directing bargaining unit mechanics
• Ability to work with cross functional teams
• Proven ability to lead teams
• Class A Commercial Driver License

Additional Information / Must Have's:

• Ability to work in and lead a team- This job requires a lot of coordination between several different groups to get the job done.
• Good planning and time management skills
• General understanding of thermodynamics and heat transfer
• Ability to dissect and analyze sets of data to help root cause issues