Senior CFD Simulation Engineer

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Faith Technologies Inc. (FTI) is searching for a Senior CFD Simulation Engineer to join the Product Engineering team in Menasha, WI.

The successful candidate will be responsible for using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software to develop models and conduct analyses for research and technology (R&D) development programs and product development projects. Key responsibilities include simulating airflow and heat transfer within enclosures housing power electronics, modeling internal components including busbars, heat sinks, fans, and electronic components as heat sources at steady state and transient operating loads, and optimizing enclosure HVAC systems for efficient cooling. Additionally, the engineer will model and simulate heat transfer and temperature distribution within battery packs, considering environmental conditions, charging/discharging cycles, and thermal management. The ideal candidate will have experience in CFD simulation, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust and efficient designs in support of initial concepts, prototype design, and manufacturing.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical engineering or related field
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in CFD analysis
• Proven experience in CFD analysis with use of Ansys Fluent/CFX, Thermal Desktop, COMSOL, Star CCM+ or similar tools
• Familiarity with CAD design software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret simulation results and provide design recommendations
• Ability to effectively communicate technical findings and collaborate with cross-functional teams

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in the energy sector; with a focus on microgrid, DER products, power distribution systems and enclosures, battery energy storage systems.
• Strong understanding of related regulatory frameworks and industry standards related to the relevant energy technologies: Microgrid, Power generation, and Energy storage.
• Experience with use of CFD for thermal management system design, optimization of cooling components and temperature distribution
• Experience leading development and optimization of thermal management systems for batteries and enclosures

Travel: 5-10%

Work Schedule: This position works between the hours of 7 AM and 5 PM, Monday- Friday. However, work may be performed at any time on any day of the week to meet business needs.

Work Location: This role requires work to be done Onsite from our Menasha, WI office.  Our onsite roles include a high level of workplace and schedule flexibility to support a healthy work-life balance.

Menasha, WI offers an excellent quality of life with a low cost of living, short commute times, and a strong sense of community. Located in the heart of the Fox Valley and along Lake Winnebago, the area provides access to outdoor recreation, safe neighborhoods, and top-rated schools. Just minutes from Appleton and within easy reach of Green Bay and Milwaukee, Menasha combines small-town living with convenient access to dining, entertainment, sports, and regional travel, making it an ideal place to relocate and build a long-term career.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Simulate the airflow and heat transfer within enclosure housing power electronics (power distribution enclosures, switchboards, UPS, BESS)
• Modeling of enclosure internal components like busbars, heat sinks, fans, and individual electronic components as heat sources
• Design optimization of enclosure HVAC system for efficient cooling considering sizing, capacity, and placement and external environmental conditions
• Model and simulation of heat transfer and temperature distribution within a battery pack considering environmental conditions, charging/discharging cycles, and thermal management
• Collaborate with CAD design engineers to import existing geometries and guide design
• Collaborate with engineering to gather relevant information and requirements for boundary conditions.
• Propose optimized design for future product definition and requirements for thermal management systems within enclosure
• Supervise and assist with product testing regime to gather data for simulation verification and refinement.
• Define testing requirements for verification and validation of model of prototype builds
• Establish partnerships and manage collaboration with HVAC suppliers and capture technology roadmaps
• Summarize and communicate CFD results to the key stakeholders
• Define requirements for HVAC and thermal management performance from simulation to support manufacturing and site implementation

The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

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