Thermal Analysis Engineer

About the Role

BorgWarner PowerDrive Systems is currently looking for a dynamic, results driven individual for the position of Thermal Analysis Engineer at our Indiana Technical Center (ITC) in Kokomo, Indiana. In this role, and under direct supervision of the CAE Manager, the Thermal Analysis Engineer will be primarily responsible for providing thermal computer-aided engineering (CAE) support for new product development and improvement of component products. Can be counted on to complete advanced, complex assignments requiring full use and application of engineering tools, processes, and methods.

Responsibilities

• Provide computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations of electric motors, components & electric drive systems
• Perform heat transfer, fluid dynamics & thermal analysis of electric motors using Ansys software
• Verify computer generated results are reasonable using hand calculations & experience
• Propose design modifications to meet requirements
• Write test plans and coordinate tests for input data collection, model calibration, and correlation studies
• Provide mechanical and electrical component/system analyses, using various analytical methods and engineering tools (e.g., MathCAD, MATLAB, Excel, etc.)
• Develop new design tools to improve predictive engineering capabilities
• Write reports to summarize CAE projects
• Write engineering procedures and standards to document thermal analysis procedures
• Give presentations to internal and external customers
• Solve complex problems using ingenuity and creativity

Qualifications

• BSME degree required; MSME degree preferred
• Educational specialization in thermal sciences preferred
• Minimum of 5-8 years of experience required
• Engineering experience using CFD to solve thermal design problems required

Required Skills

• Proficiency in CAD using NX/Creo/ProE or Ansys DesignModeler / SpaceClaim / Discovery required
• Proficiency with CFD (computational fluid dynamics) with ANSYS Fluent or CFX required
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) required
• Excellent people skills and history of teamwork required
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required

Preferred Skills

• Acquaintance with Ansys MotorCAD and Ansys mechanical finite element analysis (FEA) preferred
• Working experience in multiphysics simulation preferred
• Knowledge of common electric motor materials and coolants preferred
• Knowledge of automotive pumps and heat exchangers preferred
• Experience in writing test plans, thermal testing and coordinating testing preferred
• Experience in manufacturing environment for mechanical components/systems preferred
• Working knowledge of rotating electrical machines preferred
• Experience working in global teams for international customers preferred
• Proficiency in Matlab/Simulink preferred

Benefits

• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Adoption & IVF Assistance
• Company Paid Holidays
• Company Paid Vacation
• Tuition Assistance
• Onsite Wellness Center with Nurse Practitioner
• Hybrid Work Environment