Simulation​/Application Engineer

Position: Performance/Simulation/Application Engineer
Location: Mossville

Career Area:

Engineering

Job Description:

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Performance/Simulation/Application Engineer Mossville, IL

Job Summary:

The Large Power System Division currently seeking a Catalyst Performance/Simulation/Application Engineer who will support the development and application of aftertreatment systems through catalyst sizing, performance simulation, system analysis, and validation. The engineer will use simulation and test data to evaluate catalyst performance, optimize aftertreatment system sizing, and provide technical recommendations supporting product development and application programs.

What you will do:

Perform catalyst performance modeling and sizing to support aftertreatment applications.

Evaluate catalyst sizing alternatives and aftertreatment capability across operating conditions.

Analyze test-cell and field data to assess aftertreatment performance; this type of data review is specifically included in your prior requisition.

Use simulation results and experimental data to identify performance gaps and recommend technical solutions.

Support catalyst and aftertreatment system selection, sizing, and application decisions.

Develop and communicate technical conclusions, assumptions, risks, and recommendations.

Partner with design, test, controls, application, and program teams to resolve aftertreatment performance issues.

Support project execution by providing timely analysis, technical direction, and documentation.

Education and Experience Requirement:

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

Hands-on experience performing catalyst sizing and catalyst performance simulation/modeling.

Demonstrated experience evaluating aftertreatment system capability and catalyst sizing tradeoffs, consistent with responsibilities identified in the existing engineering requisition. Experience analyzing engineering data and translating simulation or test results into technical recommendations.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to communicate technical findings and recommendations clearly to engineering teams and project stakeholders

Skills you will have:

Process Management:
Working knowledge of business process improvement tools and techniques; ability to understand, monitor, update, control, or enhance existing business or work processes.

Accuracy and Attention to Detail:
Working knowledge and understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.

Analytical Thinking:
Working knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.

Effective Communications:
Working knowledge and understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.

Problem Solving:
Extensive knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.

Technical Excellence:
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