Freudenberg is a global technology group that strengthens its customers and society long-term through forward-looking innovations. Together with our partners, customers and the world of science, we develop leading-edge technologies, and excellent products, solutions and services for 40 market segments. The Freudenberg Group employs some 50,000 people in 60 countries worldwide and generates sales of over 10 billion euros.

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POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Title : CFD Engineer

Reports To : Manager, Mechanical Engineering

Classification : Exempt

Status : Direct /Fulltime

Location : Oakland County, MI

Job Summary:

Primary Responsibilities:

Perform CAE analysis and simulations of assigned assemblies, subsystems, and components of battery packs.
Assist with building high-fidelity CAE model from CAD data.
Create analysis reports and communicate analysis status to relevant teams.
Discuss analysis model input, loading, and constraints, as required performance with responsible engineers.
Develop 1D component & system-level thermal simulation models.
Develop CFD simulation models to support the design of battery cells and packs.
Participate in post-test teardowns to correlate CAE results to physical tests.
Support the creation of standard work procedures for delivering quality models and simulation results.
Review results with responsible engineers, and propose design improvements as necessary.
Serve as CAE subject matter expert for project team on new or existing product development.
Analyze design concepts and provide suggestions for design changes based on sound engineering principles, practices, and judgment to meet the objectives.
Where appropriate, conduct DOE studies utilizing optimization tools to meet performance requirements within the constraints of conflicting attributes such as cost and mass.
Work seamlessly with the mechanical engineering and CAD teams to evolve new products efficiently, delivering best-in-class product quality, efficiency, and optimized design solutions.

Additional Support Responsibilities:

Communicate simulation results effectively to design personnel to provide engineering direction on the design at all stages.
Support validation teams in test plan reviews to ensure that testing strategies adequately stress and verify design compliance and safety.
Serve as a peer reviewer for CAE analysis.

Position Qualifications:

B.S. (M.S. preferred) in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Technology or equivalent
Minimum 5+ years of experience with CAE Analysis in the automotive industry or equivalent; prior battery or HEV CAE experience is highly desired.
5+ years with Ansys CAE (Workbench, Mechanical and Fluent)software experience is desired. Experience with other CAE tools can also be considered.
Familiarity with CAD software, preferably SolidWorks
Experience in analyzing metals and polymers (Stamped or formed sheet metal, injection-molded, insert molded, machined, extruded, die-cast, welding, etc.).
MATLAB/Simulink/Simscape (preferred)
Strong English skills are required, both spoken and written.

Key Competencies:

Ability to perform CAE analysis to evaluate product design at all design levels against the requirements, propose solutions to balance design robustness, mass reduction, and cost:
- Static Analysis (linear and non-linear)
- Dynamic Analysis (modal, transient, random vibration, response spectrum, and muti-body)
- Fatigue Analysis (strain life, weld fatigue, and vibration fatigue)
- Implicit/Explicit Analysis
- Thermal Analysis
- Optimization Analysis (shape, topology, and topography)
- CFD – Heat transfer
- CFD - Flow
Working knowledge of industry standards for testing: mechanical vibration and shock, thermal profile/shock, environmental exposure, abuse, etc.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills – position requires interaction in multi-functional team environment.
Detailed oriented in the execution of assignments and deliverables.
Takes actions and displays behaviors that demonstrate ownership in the company’s success; overcome obstacles to achieve results.

Position Qualification :

Advanced degree in Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical Engineering or Physics
Experience with electrochemical modeling of lithium ion batteries, fuel cells, capacitors, or similar energy storage systems
Strong communication skills, verbal and written
Strong analytical skills
Proficient with MATLAB/Simulink software suite

Key Competencies:

Ability to troubleshoot wide variety of interesting and complex problems
Works independently and overcomes obstacles to achieve results
Has basic understanding of analog electrical circuits and power electronics
Has basic understanding of battery pack design and electric vehicle architecture
Committed to continuous learning and self-improvement

XALT Energy offers competitive salary and benefits to include:

Choice of three health plans, vision, dental and life insurance; ancillary benefits; 401(k); company paid holidays and paid time off. The salary range commensurate with education and experience.

Must successfully complete a background check, a drug screen and a physical.

EOE including Disabled and Vets / VEVRAA Federal Contractor

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