Combustion Engineer

• Model combustion and air-handling processes using appropriate predictive approaches for spark ignited engines.
• Develop, calibrate, and validate 1D detailed GT-POWER engine models (DGM).
• Develop and calibrate Fast Running Models (FRM).
• Correlate simulation results from GT-POWER models with engine test data or 3D-CFD simulation data and improve model accuracy.
• Conducting GT-POWER 1D engine cycle simulations to generate boundary conditions for 3D CFD simulations.
• Apply thermodynamics, gas dynamics, and heat transfer fundamentals.
• Analyze flow behavior in intake and exhaust systems.
• Predict engine performance parameters under steady-state and transient conditions.
• Support fuel economy improvement and engine efficiency optimization.
• Evaluate turbocharger matching and air system sizing.
• Assess model robustness across operating conditions.
• Support development of validation plans for new engine configurations.
• Support optimization studies and design trade off evaluations.
• Contribute to automation and process improvements in modeling workflows using GT-Python automation tools and/or other tools including MATLAB and MS-Excel.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to obtain technical input and resolve model or system-level gaps.
• Working independently on assigned simulation, analysis, and reporting deliverables, ensuring technical accuracy and timely closure.
• Document modeling assumptions, calibration methods, validation results, and technical findings in technical reports.
• Communicating effectively with local and global stakeholders through professional email communication and virtual meetings to present analysis outcomes and recommendations.
• Drive to learn new technologies and modeling approaches for enhanced contributions to projects.

Skills:

Must have

• Spark ignited engine modeling using GT-POWER- knowledge of building, calibrating and analyzing spark ignited models
• Calibrating detailed GT models to reference data (experimental/CFD) and developing fast running GT models
• Optimization with GT-Suite
• MATLAB, MS-Excel, MS-Power Point
• Thermodynamics, gas dynamics, and heat transfer