Aerodynamics CFD Specialist

Job Description

Qualification: ME / M.Tech / BE : Thermal /Heat Power/ Mechanical / Automobile / Aeronautical Experience: 4 to 7 Years Role & Responsibilities: Performing vehicle under hood thermal and aerodynamic simulations for full vehicle analysis using Star CCM+/POWERFLOW and model preparation using ANSA Conducting thermal assessments of under hood components to predict heat dissipation, airflow patterns, and temperature distributions for both Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV) and Internal Combustion (IC) vehicles Developing and validation of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) models for thermal management, powertrain, energy storage, and HVAC system performance. Performing simulation setup, post-processing, and validation against experimental data Collaborating with design engineers to propose and implement design modifications that enhance thermal performance and meet regulatory requirements. Engaging with global teams to align on product development, methodologies and best practices Additional Skills: Experience in scripting and automation for ANSA and StarCCM+ to streamline simulation workflows. Familiarity with experimental validation techniques for CFD simulations. Experience in simulation methodology & process development. Automotive industry experience with OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers. Required Skill Set: Expertise in ANSA for preprocessing and STAR-CCM+/Powerflow for CFD simulations related to underhood thermal management and aerodynamics. Strong understanding of vehicle aerodynamics, heat transfer mechanisms, and thermal interactions. Experience in simulating underhood thermal, heat exchangers, cooling ducts, and engine compartment airflow. Proficiency in setting up and solving transient and steady-state thermal and flow simulations. Ability to define boundary conditions, select appropriate turbulence models, and perform mesh optimization for accurate results. Experience in working with CAD data and model building logics for vehicle-level simulation. Strong knowledge of automotive thermal management. Experience in debugging and optimizing simulation models for computational efficiency. Strong understanding of CFD theory and vehicle energy systems. Excellent analytical, communication, and teamwork skills.