Interior Comfort Thermal CAE/CFD Engineer (Automotive)

TL;DR

Interior Comfort Thermal CAE/CFD Engineer (Automotive): Building and executing advanced thermal and airflow simulations for vehicle cabin comfort with an accent on CFD analysis and 1D/3D simulation tool integration. Focus on optimizing passenger-compartment thermal management, developing predictive simulation models, and advancing virtual calibration workflows.

Location: Hybrid: Must report to Warren, MI at least 3 times per week

Company

hirify.global is redefining mobility through human-centered design, creating vehicles with breakthrough hardware and intelligent software to achieve a world with zero crashes, emissions, and congestion.

What you will do

• Conduct full-vehicle CFD simulations to optimize cabin thermal management and passenger comfort.
• Develop and maintain 1D cabin models integrated into full-vehicle thermal plant simulations.
• Partner with Calibration teams to execute CFD-based analyses and accelerate virtual calibration processes.
• Post-process complex simulation datasets to identify performance gaps and provide technical recommendations.
• Utilize commercial CFD and 1D solvers (ANSA, STAR-CCM+, GT-Power, MATLAB/Simulink) in HPC environments.
• Lead virtual performance delivery and mentor other engineers to improve simulation workflows.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• 7+ years of automotive industry experience focusing on thermal systems or cabin comfort.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with commercial CFD solvers like STAR-CCM+.
• Strong foundation in Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, and Fluid Mechanics.
• Must have valid US work authorization; no immigration sponsorship provided.

Nice to have

• Master’s or Ph.D. in a relevant technical discipline.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD tools such as Teamcenter, VisMockup, or Unigraphics/NX.
• Experience with Python, MATLAB, or integrating Machine Learning (ML) and AI into engineering simulations.
• DFSS Green Belt or Black Belt certification.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive Total Rewards package available from day one.
• Inclusive workplace fostering belonging and non-discrimination.
• Hybrid work arrangement combining remote flexibility with on-site collaboration.
• Opportunity to work on next-generation safety, entertainment, and battery systems.