Thermal Aero Modeler

Transforming the Future with Convergence of Simulation and Data Thermal Aero Modeler Job Summary

Our client in Ann Arbor, MI is looking for an Thermal Aero Modeler. This is a contract position.

• Build and maintain full vehicle models for Aero and Thermal development. Receive input from the lead engineers and run the related cases in STAR CCM+ summarizing the results and negotiating with design as needed.
• Support physical testing including data analysis and reporting.
• Design experiments to optimize Aero and Thermal designs for current and future projects.
• Lead efforts in collaboration with the Aero-Thermal team to design counter measures for gaps to performance identified by physical and simulated tests.
• Ability to work within and contribute to cross-disciplinary teams with key deliverables being to find a collaborative solution to common design issues.
• Willingness to participate in, support, and contribute to work-place safety culture and activities.
• Other tasks as assigned by management.

• 3-5 years in CFD modeling experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology.
• ANSA:
  Proficiency in ANSA for part and model preparation for use in CFD simulations.
• STAR CCM+:
  Proficiency in STAR CCM+ model building, running cases, analyzing results and providing feedback to designers.
• Programming:
  Knowledge of Python, MATLAB, or similar for data analysis.

• Background in automotive design or evaluation.
• Knowledge of Python, MATLAB, or similar for data analysis.
• Experience negotiating changes to meet performance targets.

• Envision the Future
• Communicate Honestly and Broadly
• Seek Technology and Business “First”
• Embrace Diversity and Take Risks

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Benefit Package
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Discounts
• Free training on all Altair products

Altair is a global technology company providing software and cloud solutions in the areas of data analytics, product development, and high-performance computing (HPC). Altair enables organizations in nearly every industry to compete more effectively in a connected world, while creating a more sustainable future. With more than 3,000 engineers, scientists, and creative thinkers in 25 countries, we help solve our customer’s toughest challenges and deliver unparalleled service, helping the innovators innovate, drive better decisions, and turn today’s problems into tomorrow’s opportunities.

Our vision is to transform customer decision making with data analytics, simulation, and high-performance computing.

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