Mechanical Engineer 2

Net2Source • Chillicothe, IL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Net2Source Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer 2 for a 2-year contract position with possible extension in Mossville, Illinois. This role involves utilizing analytical techniques, including 1-D and 3-D simulation tools, to support electrification projects and cooling performance simulations for diesel-powered applications. The engineer will conduct 1-D system simulations for sizing and component selection, as well as high-end Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations for virtual design and validation. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential for working with product development teams, design partners, system partners, and validation partners to meet program deliverables and timelines. The role also includes conducting application-specific cooling system analysis projects, developing cooling system layouts, component selection, sizing, and optimizing cooling air and water systems. The engineer will collaborate with design partners to meet technical and regulatory requirements, perform component CFD to determine performance characteristics, develop CFD models for airflow through cooling packages and underhood thermal predictions, and correlate analysis models with test data. Additionally, the role involves assisting in resolving cooling-related field problems and contributing to improvements in simulation methods and processes, as well as establishing technical requirements and specifications for new products.

Requirements

• Strong background in thermo-sciences (courses in fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, heat transfer).
• 2+ years of experience using Fluent, 1-D analysis tools (i.e., GT-Suite) and Creo.
• Working knowledge of engine, lubrication/ powertrain cooling and/or electrification systems.
• Strong technical knowledge with the ability to communicate technical information effectively with team members and others in the work group, and process partners.

Nice To Haves

• Master or Doctorate degree in Mechanical, Agricultural or Aerospace engineering.
• 1D or 3D cooling component or system analysis experience.
• Proficiency with CFD tools such as Fluent, Star CCM+ or OpenFOAM.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Python, C++ or Java.
• Working knowledge of diesel engines, powertrain cooling and/or electrification systems.
• Experience using 1D analysis tools such as GT-Suite.
• Proficiency with meshing tools such as ANSA or ANSYS Workbench/SpaceClaim.
• Experience using CAD packages such as Creo.
• Knowledge of product development processes for machines, engines and battery/electric systems.
• Project management skills allowing for handling of multiple projects and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Utilize analytical techniques (1-D and 3-D simulation tools) to provide simulation support for electrification projects across various platforms, as well as cooling performance simulation for diesel-powered applications.
• Conduct 1-D system simulation for up-front system sizing and component selection for cooling systems.
• Perform high-end Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation for virtual design and validation.
• Effectively collaborate with the various product development teams to deliver validated design solutions to challenging program deliverables and timelines simultaneously.
• Foster strong collaboration with design, system, and validation partners.
• Conduct application specific cooling system analysis projects.
• Develop cooling system layouts, component selection, sizing and optimizing the cooling air and water systems using 1-D simulation tools.
• Collaborate with design partners to meet technical and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct component CFD to determine performance characteristics.
• Develop CFD models to understand air flow through cooling packages.
• Develop underhood thermal CFD models to predict component temperatures.
• Collaborate with test engineers and correlate analysis models.
• Perform analysis to assist in resolving cooling-related field problems.
• Contribute to improvements in simulation methods and processes.
• Help to establish technical requirements and specifications for new products.

Benefits

• Work-life balance
• Professional growth
• Collaborative culture

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level