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Scout Motors Inc. · 1 day ago

Senior Thermal CAE Specialist

Novi, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$130K/yr - $158K/yr

8+ years exp

Scout Motors Inc. is a company dedicated to revitalizing an iconic American vehicle brand with a focus on innovation and sustainability. They are seeking a Senior Thermal CAE Specialist to lead thermal management initiatives, focusing on CFD simulations and collaboration with product development teams to enhance the thermal performance of electric vehicles.

AutomotiveElectric VehicleIndustrialManufacturing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead CFD simulations to analyze thermal efficiency, pressure drops, and flow dynamics in automotive components such as cooling plates, drive units, and battery packs

Collaborate with product development teams to design, optimize, and validate thermal architectures for electric vehicles

Work closely with offshore teams to manage simulation processes, including model setup, execution, and results analysis, ensuring compliance with performance and quality standards

Provide insights from digital twin simulations to guide the design and development of next-generation cooling systems and heat exchangers for electric vehicles

Document technical results from simulations and develop comprehensive reports for design improvements and validation processes

Support testing and validation of thermal components

Develop technical documentation for CFD analysis and simulation results, providing insights for design improvements

Interface with cross-functional teams, including hardware, software, and product design, to resolve issues and improve system performance

Qualification

CFD simulationsThermal managementThermal systems engineeringCFD software proficiencyCAD tools familiarityProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsLeadership skills

Required

Master's or bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field

Eight or more years of proven experience in leading CFD simulations for automotive applications, including HVAC systems, high-voltage batteries, and heat pump technology

Strong proficiency in CFD software such as Simlab, Hyperworks, StarCCM+, etc

In-depth understanding of thermal systems engineering, including heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics

Familiarity with industry-standard CAD tools such as CATIA and Pro E

Experience in collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to develop cost-effective solutions for thermal management

Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in cross-functional environments

Strong communication and leadership skills, with experience mentoring team members

Benefits

Competitive insurance including: Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans

401(k) program with: An employer match and immediate vesting

Generous Paid Time Off including: 20 days planned PTO, as accrued

40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually

Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders

Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave

Company

Scout Motors Inc.

Scout is more than just a brand, it’s a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work.

Founded in 2022

Washington, District of Columbia, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.scoutmotors.com

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