Description

Job Title

Heat Exchanger (Hx) Applications Pursuit Engineer

Department

Powertrain Cooling (PTC) / Hx Engineering

Job Description

The selected candidate will be responsible for specifying and developing thermal management components including heat exchangers meeting customer specifications and completing pre-validation projects.

Primary Responsibilities

• Understand / Interpret automotive thermal management components/systems engineering specifications
• Propose new component / system designs based on RFQ requirements
• Create / guide creation of BOMs
• Support cost save initiatives employing engineering simulation tools
• Perform Hx and system performance simulations using 1D tools and calculations
• Assure conformity of proposed designs with customer specifications and regulatory requirements
• Provide direction to CAD, CAE/CFD and test personnel
• Develop Design Validation test Plans and engineering cost proposals
• Interface with customers (internal and external)
• Update core engineering standards and support DFMEA and regulatory requirement tools
• Execute and document all required product design corporate deliverables
• Interface frequently with Hanon core engineering, CAD, CAE/CFD, test personnel, global Product Development, Manufacturing and Program Management activities

Years of Experience

• 5+ years in Thermal Components and Systems Engineering

Education

• Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering required; Master preferred

Desired Competencies, Experience, & Qualifications

• Mastery of Heat Transfer and Thermodynamics, including numerical methods application
• Demonstrated ability to design, develop, test, PTC/HVAC/Thermal Management Module (TMM) components and systems
• Experienced in design of injection molded plastic, formed aluminum components and brazed aluminum assemblies
• Experience with rapid prototype processes and principles
• Able to interpret CFD and CAE/FEA results
• Experienced in technical planning and project management
• Ability to conduct Technical Design Reviews
• Proven proficiency in 1D performance simulation tools, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Special Requirements (i.e., Overtime, Travel, etc.)

• Travel required to suppliers, customers and corporate manufacturing plants; international as required. Overtime may be required during some time periods.

What We Offer:

At Hanon Systems, we provide a competitive benefits package focused on employee well-being and work-life balance:

• Medical, dental, and vision program options
• Retirement savings plan (401k)
• Paid time off
• Tuition assistance

Hanon Systems recognizes our employees' critical role in the company's success. We strive to attract and retain the best talent by supporting and promoting an inclusive working environment that embodies challenging assignments, safe and fair labor practices and is based on mutual trust and respect.

Hanon Systems is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce.