ThermalFluid Modeling Engineer Electrified Powertrains

Thermal/Fluid Modeling Engineer - Electrified Powertrains


We made history and now we work to transform the future for our customers our communities and our families. Youll see your work on the road every day helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.

Fords Electric Vehicles Digital and Design (EVDD) team is charged with delivering the companys vision of a fully electric transportation future. EVDD is customer-obsessed entrepreneurial and data-driven and is dedicated to delivering industry-leading customer experience for electric vehicle buyers and owners. Youll join an agile team of doers pioneering our EV future by working collaboratively staying focused on only what matters and delivering excellence day in and day out. Join us to make positive change by helping build a better world where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams.

In this position...

Are you passionate about cutting-edge thermal and fluid dynamics Do you want to shape the future of automotive technology Ford Motor Company is seeking a talented Thermal/Fluid Modeling Engineer to join our innovative team dedicated to advancing powertrains.

This position offers a unique opportunity to apply advanced thermal/fluid modeling methodologies and analysis techniques directly contributing to the design and development of Fords cutting-edge powertrains.

What youll do...

Conduct advanced 1D/3D thermal and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis across system subsystem and component levels using commercial CAE/CFD software.
Utilize CAD tools for meshing and preparing models for 1D/3D thermal and fluid flow simulations.
Collaborate with product development teams providing crucial analytical support for system optimization development milestones and problem-solving.
Partner with physical testing teams to enhance model predictability correlation and validation.
Engage with software vendors to drive the development of new modeling methodologies.

Youll have...

Masters degree (M.S.) in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
2 years of professional experience (Co-ops/internships/Coursework included) with 1D/3D CFD tools (e.g. GT-SUITE STAR-CCM Fluent Converge).
2 years of experience (Co-ops/internships/Coursework included) utilizing CAD tools (e.g. Teamcenter CATIA) for model preparation and integration into computational meshes.


Even better you may have...
Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
Deep understanding and practical experience in numerical simulation principles including meshing resolution solution accuracy convergence boundary condition setup transient modeling and turbulence model selection.
Proficiency with multi-physics modeling tools (e.g. GT-SUITE COMSOL STAR-CCM).
Proficiency with at least one programming language (MATLAB Python JAVA ).
Hands on experience on applying AI/ML technique to thermal fluid applications
Proven ability to develop high-fidelity models and effectively correlate them with experimental test data.
Experience with system-parameter optimization and applying machine learning methods for robust product design.
Demonstrated experience in cross-functional teamwork collaborating with CAE test and manufacturing engineers to deliver optimal product design recommendations.
Excellent communication and technical presentation skills.
Ability to thrive in a hybrid work 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!

As an established global company we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe or keep you close to home Will your career be a deep dive into what you love or a series of new teams and new skills Will you be a leader a changemaker a technical expert a culture builderor all of the above No matter what you choose we offer a work life that works for you including:
Immediate medical dental vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days paid parental leave new parent ramp-up programs subsidized back-up 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.

This position is a salary grades 6-8 and ranges from $

Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidates skills and experience and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope responsibility and competitive market value.

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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid

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