TSE CAE Engineer

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fullvehicle thermal analysis in support of Fords vehicle development programs. This role requires an indepth understanding of vehicle systems and operations ensuring seamless collaboration with thermal program engineers and senior leadership teams. The engineer will lead and execute fullvehicle transient thermal CAE modeling overseeing every phase of the processfrom initial data collection and CAD cleanup to meshing boundary condition setup and postprocessing. The focus is on assessing the thermal performance of frontend cooling systems the thermal robustness of all underhood and body components and cabin human comfort.

In this position...

The CAE Engineer will be required leverage both analytical and creative problemsolving to generate technical insights and formulate actionable recommendations for issue resolution countermeasures and design optimizations based on CAE simulations and test data. A crucial aspect of the role involves interacting with Fords global teamsincluding the global thermal team CAD specialists CAE integration experts design and release engineers and other related departmentsto ensure alignment and consistency across all stages of development. The engineer will be responsible for presenting their work to thermal program engineers department partners and leadership articulating key findings and design decisions effectively. Additionally the CAE Engineer will document all CAErelated activities and outcomes according to Fords Thermal process ensuring comprehensive task traceability and compliance with internal protocols.

The role requires a forwardthinking mindset with a focus on continuously innovating and improving CAE processes particularly in areas such as accuracy simulation capabilities CADtoresults turnaround time and costeffectiveness. This will be achieved through the identification and implementation of process improvements aimed at enhancing overall efficiency and performance.

What youll do...

• Lead and execute comprehensive vehicle transient thermal CAE (ComputerAided Engineering) modeling from inception to completion including CAD data acquisition model cleanup meshing boundary condition setup and postprocessing analysis.
• Conduct and support advanced Frontend CAE analyses such as 3D airflow simulations heat exchanger and fan sizing as well as optimizing heat exchanger configurations and frontend openings. Collaborate on optimizing frontend openings and grille designs to achieve vehicle airflow and performance targets throughout various stages of vehicle development.
• Perform CAE evaluations on exterior design proposals from the Studio providing support for the design theme selection process and ensuring alignment with overall performance objectives during the studio design phase.
• Facilitate seamless collaboration with the Aerodynamics team ensuring that thermal design considerations are balanced and optimized in conjunction with aerodynamic efficiency to meet overarching vehicle performance goals.
• Work closely with the thermal program team and key stakeholders across the company ensuring the delivery of optimal thermal environments for all underhood and body components throughout the development lifecycle.
• Evaluate and optimize the cabin thermal environment contributing to the enhancement of cabin thermal energy efficiency and human comfort while ensuring compliance with comfort standards and performance benchmarks.
• Interface regularly with the global Ford teamincluding global thermal teams CAD departments CAE integration teams D&R and other relevant attributesensuring alignment and integration of global strategies and standards.
• Maintain a commitment to delivering highquality CAE results and solutions across all phases of the design process while continuously improving processes and methodologies to enhance accuracy CAE capabilities and CADtoresults turnaround time all within costeffective frameworks.
• Provide expert technical recommendations on design optimizations resolution of engineering issues and countermeasures informed by indepth analysis and interpretation of CAE data.
• Present and share insights and findings with thermal program engineers department partners and leadership ensuring clear and effective communication of technical results and strategic decisions.
• Document all CAE work and outcomes in accordance with Fords Thermal Process guidelines ensuring full traceability and compliance with internal procedures for project tracking and reporting.

Youll have...

• Master of Science in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering or a higher degree with a specialization in fluid mechanics heat transfer or HEV battery technologies.
• A minimum of 3 years of professional experience in Product Engineering is required
• At least 5 years of handson expertise in utilizing Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and ComputerAided Design (CAD) tools to conduct comprehensive thermal analysis for complete vehicle systems.
• The candidate must be proficient in advanced simulation and modeling software tools such as Catia/3DX/TeamCenter ANSA/Hypermesh TAITherm CCM/UH3D/OpenFOAM and EnSight demonstrating an ability to leverage these tools to deliver detailed highfidelity thermal and fluid flow analyses particularly in the context of automotive or aerospace applications.
• Experience working within a globally distributed team environment.

You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what weve outlined but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company we encourage you to apply!

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Immediate medical dental vision and prescription drug coverage

Flexible family care days paid parental leave new parent rampup programs subsidized backup child care and more

Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement fertility treatments and more

Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases

Tuition assistance

Established and active employee resource groups

Paid time off for individual and team community service

A generous schedule of paid holidays including the week between Christmas and New Years Day

Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

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