Thermal Performance Engineer

Thermal Performance Engineer

Location: Auburn Hills, Michigan

The Thermal Performance Engineer will ensure that vehicle functional objectives are achieved and will recommend actions to the Product team. The selected candidate will conduct reviews of functional systems (simulation and testing), cooling system status with program chiefs, development test planning with lab engineers, and hot trip execution for assigned programs. This role includes leading communication and reporting of issues, providing status updates, and driving issue resolution. The engineer will support proactive planning and tracking of vehicle validation, thermal/aero attributes, and DVP&R testing and reporting. Occasional interaction with exterior styling studio teams is required. The role also involves vehicle thermal system instrumentation, testing, diagnosis, and troubleshooting for BEV and ICE platforms, as well as BEV energy consumption solutions.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited university
• 3+ years of relevant engineering experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with thermal development, HVAC, or cooling systems
• Experience with data acquisition systems
• Experience with drive cell / wind tunnel testing
• Experience working with and directing bargaining unit mechanics
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams
• Proven ability to lead teams

Key Responsibilities:

• Vehicle thermal system instrumentation and testing
• BEV & ICE vehicle thermal system diagnosis and troubleshooting
• BEV energy consumption solutions

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.