CAE Thermal Engineer, Battery Engineering
Description For CAE Thermal Engineer, Battery Engineering
Tesla is seeking an exceptional CAE CFD Engineer to join their Battery Engineering team, focusing on advancing Tesla's next-generation products through innovative thermal and fluid mechanics engineering. This role represents a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of electric vehicle technology, specifically in battery thermal management and safety systems.
The position combines deep technical expertise in computational fluid dynamics and thermal modeling with practical application in Tesla's cutting-edge vehicle programs. You'll be responsible for creating sophisticated CAE/CFD models, conducting multi-physics simulations, and working closely with cross-functional teams to optimize battery and vehicle performance.
The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of automotive industry experience, with deep knowledge in CFD, thermal modeling, and battery systems. You'll work with state-of-the-art tools like ANSYS-FLUENT and STAR CCM+, while applying expertise in areas such as conjugate heat transfer and multiphase flows.
Tesla offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive salary ($80,000-$204,000), stock awards, and extensive health benefits. The role is based in the San Francisco Bay Area, putting you at the heart of Tesla's innovation center. This position offers the chance to directly impact the future of sustainable transportation while working with world-class engineers and cutting-edge technology.
The role demands both technical excellence and strong communication skills, as you'll be interfacing with multiple engineering teams and presenting findings to management. You'll be part of Tesla's mission to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy, working on projects that push the boundaries of what's possible in electric vehicle technology.
Responsibilities For CAE Thermal Engineer, Battery Engineering
- Create CAE/CFD and thermal models of the battery and vehicle
- Provide guidance and support to design and manufacturing teams
- Conduct engineering analysis to improve designs and processes
- Perform advanced coupled multi-physics simulations
- Perform post-test reviews and corroborate predictions to test results
- Guide performance validation and test planning
- Develop predictive models of materials and processes
- Produce management summaries and report-outs
- Work collaboratively with CAE, design, test engineering and manufacturing teams
Requirements For CAE Thermal Engineer, Battery Engineering
- Engineering degree in a relevant field, or equivalent experience
- Proficient knowledge in Computational Fluid Dynamics, Thermal Modeling, Gas Dynamics
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in automotive or transportation industry
- Extensive experience with CFD tools such as ANSYS-FLUENT, STAR CCM+, COMSOL
- Experience in HV battery design and thermal management preferred
- Experience with thermal and electro-chemical modeling of Lithium-ion battery cells
- Experience in combustion science and high speed reactive flows
- MATLAB, Simulink, or Python experience
- Excellent written and communication skills
Benefits For CAE Thermal Engineer, Battery Engineering
- Aetna PPO and HSA plans with $0 payroll deduction
- Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Dental and vision plans with $0 paycheck contribution
- Company Paid HSA Contribution
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plans
- Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time
- Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
- Tesla Babies program
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program
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