Thermal and Fluid Systems Engineer

Job Summary:
This entry level/early career professional, applied science position utilizes the core competencies of thermal and fluid sciences, using and advancing analytical and experimental approaches to answer key questions about the performance and architecture of a system or component. This drives decisions and creates technical content which ultimately leads to state of the art, highly effective, environmentally friendly, and competitive products.

Key Responsibilities:
Investigates product, system, and/or technology problems that are related to thermal and fluid sciences, understands causal mechanisms, recommends appropriate action, owns problem resolution and documents results with guidance from more experienced team members. Applies and supports the improvement of processes such as Pre Program Planning, (PPP), Product Preceding Technology, (PPT), Value Package Introduction (VPI), or Value Package Change, (VPC), Engineering Standard Work, (ESW), Functional Excellence Practice (FEP) and tools related to thermal and fluid sciences such as GT-Suite, Boost, Fluent, Converge, Concerto, CyberApps (virtual application model), Cummins Data Analysis Tool (CDAT), Mach, test data calculation, DARTS, test data storage, Calterm, Electronic Control Module (ECM) calibration tool, Emissions data system, Integrity, and ACCEPTS ECM in-loop test bench required to support the processes and enable high quality decision making. Obtains input and negotiates with immediate stakeholders, such as team members, technical managers, project leaders, other Thermal Sciences engineers, product and manufacturing engineers, and supplier partners and delivers information and recommendations to support project decisions, or to provide input related to further analysis, design optimization, feasibility studies, or architecture definition. Makes decisions in the areas of day to day project details, such as conducting analysis, testing, and communication with stakeholders that impact and support the successful progression of projects. Owns problem resolution for moderately complex components, products, systems, subsystems or services with technical complexity and ambiguity increasing as experience is gained in the role. Provides independent execution of established work processes and systems, while still developing technology or product knowledge; engages with the improvement of systems and processes. Involves minimal direct management of people, but could involve the coordination and direction of work amongst technicians and/or temporary student employees. Contributes effectively toward team goals, exhibits influence within a work group and continues to develop proficiency in the competency areas critical to success in the role.

- Key Responsibilities
- Under the guidance of senior engineers, apply thermo-fluid science principles to analyze product and system performance, and investigate and resolve technical issues through simulation and experimental validation.
- Use tools such as GT-Boost, MATLAB/Simulink, Python, and Calterm for functional modeling, simulation analysis, calibration, and data processing to support product design and technical decision-making.
- Participate in engine and aftertreatment system testing, use tools such as CDAT to analyze test data, and record and archive test results.
- Participate in product failure mode analysis and problem-solving activities, identify potential risks, apply structured methods to determine root causes, and develop improvement actions to enhance product reliability and quality.
- Participate throughout the product development lifecycle and support requirements analysis, solution evaluation, technical validation, feasibility studies, and related activities.
- Communicate and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, project managers, and other engineers to drive the achievement of project objectives.
- Prepare and maintain simulation reports, test reports, problem-solving records, and other technical documentation.
- Qualifications
- Bachelor ’ s degree or above in Energy and Power Engineering, Engineering Thermophysics, Thermal Engineering, Vehicle Engineering, Automation, Control Engineering, Fluid Mechanics, or a related science or engineering discipline.
- Strong foundational knowledge of internal combustion engines, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, energy conversion systems, or related fields.
- Understanding of engineering modeling, simulation analysis, testing, and product development validation processes; relevant project, research, or internship experience is preferred.
- Demonstrated engineering data analysis capability, with the ability to apply statistical methods to process and analyze test or simulation data and interpret the results.
- Proficiency with engineering tools such as GT-Boost, MATLAB/Simulink, Python, and Calterm is preferred.
- Strong logical analysis, systems thinking, rapid learning, structured problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
- A digital engineering mindset is preferred, particularly the ability to use Python and mainstream AI Copilot tools to support engineering analysis and improve research and development efficiency.
- CET-4 or above, with strong English-language skills in technical literature reading, technical writing, and communication.