CognoWiz · 15 hours ago
Wind Tunnel Test Engineer
Fremont, CA
Contract
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expCognoWiz is focused on the safety of autonomous vehicles in unpredictable environments. The Wind Tunnel Test Engineer will lead testing to evaluate sensor performance under environmental stressors like wind and rain.
Business IntelligenceEnterprise SoftwareSoftware
Hiring Manager
Mike Andrews
Responsibilities
Lead the technical execution of wind tunnel testing to evaluate how external environmental factors impact sensor performance
Standardize testing methodologies to ensure repeatable and accurate assessments of sensor degradation across various weather scenarios
Qualification
Required
2+ years of relevant experience in aerodynamic testing, experimental fluid mechanics, or automotive environmental testing. (A Master's degree with a focus on experimental fluid dynamics may be considered in lieu of professional experience)
Solid foundation in Fluid Mechanics, with a specific understanding of boundary layer flows and multiphase flow principles (e.g., liquid-gas interaction, liquid breakup, droplet trajectory, and surface wetting)
Proven ability to develop and document standardized test procedures, including the design of complex experimental setups and test matrices
Hands-on experience with wind tunnel instrumentation, such as pressure transducers, anemometers, and the integration of water nozzle spray systems
Preferred
Direct industry experience in applied fluid mechanics, particularly within the autonomous driving, automotive or aerospace
Proficiency in image processing techniques (e.g., using python, OpenCV or MATLAB Image Processing Toolbox) for characterization of rain drop size, distribution, and velocity
Practical knowledge of PIV (Particle Image Velocimetry) or similar optical diagnostic methods to quantify complex airflow and droplet spray patterns
Experience with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA) for designing custom test fixtures or wind tunnel model components
Proficiency in data acquisition (specifically IPETronik) and data analysis using Python, MATLAB, or LabVIEW to process and interpret sensor data
Company
CognoWiz
CognoWiz is a premier Business Intelligence solutions company formed with a vision to focus on Business Intelligence technology with the objective of developing , marketing and providing the next generation BI solutions powered by its pool of Wizards who are experts across analytics enterprise solutions.
51-200 employees
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