We are hiring for a Wheels and Aero Development Engineer who will be based in our Brno, Czechia facility. The Wheels and Aero Development Engineer is part of the commercial vehicle (CV) Aerodynamics team and linked to the Wheels and Aerodynamics (W&A) Center of Excellence (COE). This position requires a solid background in turbomachine aerodynamics and mechanical engineering, either from work experience or from education. It also requires a high level of autonomy and problem-solving capability to define technical planning to resolve complex aerodynamic and mechanical problem statements.
Responsibilities include:
Design, test and qualify the next generation of compressor and turbine aerodynamics for integration in the CV portfolio, using state-of-the-art analytical (CFD/FEA) and experimental (Test Rigs) tools, and this based on the development plan established together with the CV Aerodynamics Manager.
Close collaboration with the internal engineering customer teams to design robust compressor and turbine stages that will meet the performance, durability, packaging, noise and cost constraints, and be successfully integrated into customer turbocharger product.
Support the resolution of technical problems and performance challenges by providing aerodynamics and mechanical engineering support to other internal teams (application and/or COEs).
Collaborate with other team members of the W&A organization to increase innovation while deploying continuous improvement to the team tools and processes.
Basic Qualifications:
Master’s degree or higher in the field of Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering.
Proficiency with turbomachinery design tools – aerodynamic tools.
Proficiency with High fidelity CFD turbomachine simulation (Ansys, Numeca).
Proven experience in 3D design packages (CATIA, Onshape, SolidWorks), programming (Matlab or python), and experimental turbomachinery testing (rig concepts, data analysis and post-processing).
Knowledge of turbine design and expander designs (Aerodynamics and/or mechanical)
Strong drive to deliver, ability to multitask and to work in multi-cultural and cross-functional teams, with a focus on continuous improvement.
Ability to grasp technical issues quickly and relate multiple observations to each other.
Additional Desired Qualifications:
Machine learning experience (DNN, auto-optimization).
Commercial optimization software experience.
Proven Testing and analysis skills, including FEA and CFD post-processing analysis tools.
Turbomachine blade erosion (multi-phase turbomachine air+water) and HCF Turbine failure mode experience.
The Garrett Engineering organization is responsible for developing a differentiated product portfolio of boosting solutions that enables our customers to set new benchmarks in vehicle performance – both for our traditional core turbocharger business as well as new growth areas such as electrification and software.
Skills Required
- Master's degree or higher in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
- Proficiency with turbomachinery and aerodynamic design tools
- Proficiency with high-fidelity turbomachine CFD simulation using Ansys or NUMECA
- Experience with 3D design packages such as CATIA, Onshape, or SolidWorks
- Programming experience with MATLAB or Python
- Experience with experimental turbomachinery testing, rig concepts, data analysis, and post-processing
- Knowledge of turbine and expander design, including aerodynamics or mechanical engineering
- Ability to work autonomously, multitask, solve complex technical problems, and collaborate cross-functionally
- Machine learning experience, including DNN or auto-optimization
- Experience with commercial optimization software
- Testing and analysis skills involving FEA and CFD post-processing tools
- Experience with turbomachine blade erosion and HCF turbine failure modes
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Garrett Motion is an automotive technology leader, serving vehicle manufacturers worldwide for more than 65 years. Garrett’s cutting-edge technology enables vehicles to become cleaner, more efficient and connected. The company’s broad offering of gas and diesel turbocharging applications, electric boosting and fuel cell technologies and automotive software solutions empowers the transportation industry to redefine and further advance motion.
