Transforming the Future with Convergence of Simulation and Data

Aero/Thermal Engineer

Job Summary:

Our client in Auburn Hills, MI is looking for an Aero/Thermal Engineer. This is a contract position.

What You Will Do:

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.

Basics:

• 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.
• 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.
• Years of Experience – Ideally, at least 3 years of engineering experience.

Preferred:

• 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.

How You Will Be Successful:

• Envision the Future
• Communicate Honestly and Broadly
• Seek Technology and Business “First”
• Embrace Diversity and Take Risks

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Benefit Package
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Discounts
• Free training on all Altair products

Why Work with Us:

Altair is a global technology company providing software and cloud solutions in the areas of data analytics, product development, and high-performance computing (HPC). Altair enables organizations in nearly every industry to compete more effectively in a connected world, while creating a more sustainable future. With more than 3,000 engineers, scientists, and creative thinkers in 25 countries, we help solve our customer’s toughest challenges and deliver unparalleled service, helping the innovators innovate, drive better decisions, and turn today’s problems into tomorrow’s opportunities.

Our vision is to transform customer decision making with data analytics, simulation, and high-performance computing.

For more than 30 years, we have been helping our customers integrate electronics and controls with mechanical design to expand product value, develop AI, simulation and data-driven digital twins to drive better decisions, and deliver advanced HPC and cloud solutions to support unlimited idea exploration. To learn more, please visit altair.com

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Altair is an equal opportunity employer. Our backgrounds are diverse, and every member of our global team is critical to our success. Altair’s history demonstrations a belief that empowering each individual authentic voice reinforces a culture that thrives because of the uniqueness among our team.