Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.Let's simplify it* think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?WHAT TO EXPECT As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward thinking, open-minded and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. Located in Rochester Hills, MI office, you will be develop and run computer simulations in the areas of thermal dynamics and heat transfer, fluid dynamics and general mechanics, to optimize the design of impellers, volutes, heat transfer fins and castings.
You'll complete competent, timely analyses to assess performance of systems and components.
This is an exciting opportunity for you because you will perform 1D and 3D Computational Fluid Dynamic (CFD) and heat transfer analysis to ensure product design meets flow requirement and pump efficiency targets.
You will work in a fast-paced environment providing timely, high quality reporting.
This position will report to the Director of Global Product Line Management - Water Pumps.
Key responsibilities (to name a few):
Meet the requirements of all internal procedures and work instructions while executing the primary tasks of analysis.
Develop and update analysis specifications and work instructions.
Work with systems engineering to apply loading and constraints to analysis in order to meet realistic conditions for Gates specialized mechanical assemblies.
Work with advanced development and test engineers to validate product and analysis.
Evaluate all new local product designs and global advanced products to ensure proper flow and heat transfer.
Guide global product engineers with design direction to optimize design to minimize material cost and weight and maximize flow and efficiency.
ABOUT YOU
Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering at a minimum but graduate degree preferred, with 5 years of experience in flow and heat transfer analysis.
Understanding of advanced engine systems, hybrid and electric vehicles is an asset.
Incumbent must have a solid knowledge of CFD and heat transfer analysis. With hands on experience with at least one or more commercially available CFD and heat transfer software packages.
Very minimal travel is required
BENEFITS
Full-Time
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options:benefits beginonthe first day of the month immediately following your date of hire
Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued
401(k):3% company contribution and additional 3% company match
WHY GATES? Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers" diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.While we expect the best we also want to give you the best. That"s why at Gates we provide an environment where people can succeed from our policy of 'Dress for your Day' (yes - that means you can wear jeans), health club reimbursement, to our ownership of your work/life balance and more. Visit www.gates.com/careers to learn more. WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.Gates is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.ARE YOU DRIVEN BY POSSIBILITY?#LI-JS2
