Powertrain CFD Engineer (Star CCM)

Job Description: Powertrain CAD Engineer

Position Overview:

We are seeking a skilled Powertrain CAD Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in powertrain systems and components, with specialized expertise in CAD modeling, particularly for castings and complex assemblies. This role focuses on creating, cleaning, and preparing high-quality CAD geometry for simulation and analysis, supporting the development of next-generation powertrain technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

Create, modify, and clean up complex 3D CAD models of powertrain components and assemblies, with a focus on cast parts.

Prepare and optimize CAD geometry for simulation and analysis workflows.

Utilize CAD software for defeaturing, simplification, and surface repair to ensure model readiness for computational analysis.

Collaborate with simulation and design engineers to understand requirements and deliver high-quality geometry.

Support powertrain development projects from concept through to validation.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.

Proven experience in 3D CAD modeling within the automotive powertrain domain.

Strong understanding of powertrain systems and components, especially castings.

Proficiency in a major CAD package (e.g., CATIA, NX, SolidWorks).

Experience with CAD cleanup, simplification, and preparation for CAE analysis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Siemens StarCCM+ for CAD cleanup and meshing.

• Familiarity with simulation processes and requirements for fluid dynamics or structural analysis.

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.