Tribology CAE Engineer
Core
Lead advanced virtual analysis and method development for frictional joint interfaces across propulsion and electrified systems to influence design decisions, validation strategy, durability, efficiency, and NVH.
Role type
Senior IC Tribology CAE Engineer
Builds
Virtual analysis models and methods for lubricated, non-lubricated, and partially lubricated frictional joints in powertrain and e-drive components.
Domain
Automotive powertrain, electrified propulsion, tribology, thermofluids
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Tribology fundamentals (fluid-film behavior, friction, wear, contact mechanics), CAE modeling (hydrodynamic, elastohydrodynamic, mixed, boundary lubrication), CFD-to-tribology coupling, correlation of simulations with test/field data, automation/scripting, technical leadership
Preferred skills
FLARE or equivalent hydrodynamic/tribology CAE tool, AVL Excite/GT-Power/Star-CCM+/ANSYS Fluent, 1-D/0-D lubrication-system models, high-pressure/high-temperature tribological systems, rolling-element bearings/gears/turbocharger components
Technologies
FLARE, AVL Excite, GT-Power, Star-CCM+, ANSYS Fluent/CFX, Siemens Simcenter, Pumplinx, Abaqus, MATLAB, Python
Responsibilities
Lead virtual analysis of tribological interfaces; define modeling approaches and boundary conditions; develop coupled analysis workflows; correlate analytical predictions to rig/vehicle/field evidence; translate results into engineering recommendations; develop and deploy standard analysis methods and reusable workflows; provide technical guidance and peer review.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with method ownership and mentoring