About Careertakes

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What You’ll Do

This entry-level Thermal and Fluid Systems Engineer role supports product and system development by applying thermal and fluid sciences with both analytical and experimental methods. You will help determine system performance and architecture, support testing and simulation, and contribute technical content that guides product decisions.

• Investigate thermal and fluid-related product, system, and technology issues; identify root causes and recommend corrective actions.
• Perform analysis and testing using tools such as GT‑Suite, Boost, Fluent, Converge, Concerto, CyberApps, Mach, DARTS, and other test/data systems.
• Run and analyze test cell data and support ECM in‑loop test bench activities.
• Support processes like Pre Program Planning (PPP), Product Preceding Technology (PPT), Value Package Introduction/Change (VPI/VPC), Engineering Standard Work (ESW) and Functional Excellence Practice (FEP).
• Collaborate with team members, product and manufacturing engineers, project leaders and supplier partners to deliver technical recommendations for design optimization, feasibility studies, and architecture definition.
• Own problem resolution for moderately complex components or systems, documenting results and communicating to stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of systems, processes, and documentation.

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Key Competencies

• Applies principles of fluid dynamics and heat transfer to predict system behavior.
• Uses thermodynamics and energy conversion knowledge (IC engines, turbines, fuel cells, batteries) in modeling and experiments.
• Product failure mode avoidance and reliability-focused design thinking.
• Product function modeling, simulation and analysis to influence design decisions.
• Statistical methods: descriptive statistics, regression, ANOVA, DOE, hypothesis testing to make data-driven recommendations.
• Systems thinking, requirements engineering, technical documentation and cross‑functional communication.
• Ability to specify and understand open/closed loop control interactions between hardware and software.

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Basic Qualifications & Education

• Master’s degree in Engineering or an appropriate STEM field (required).
• Entry-level / early career (designed for candidates within ~2 years of completing highest degree).
• Knowledge/experience with simulation and test tools listed above is strongly preferred.
• Experience running test cells, analyzing test cell and emissions data, or relevant student co‑op/internship experience preferred.
• Familiarity with MS Office tools.

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Additional Details

• Location: Clifford, IN (on-site with flexibility)
• Employment type: Full-time (Exempt — Entry Level)
• Start date: 2026-12-14
• Salary range (reported): $79,200 — $118,800 per year
• Relocation package: Yes (as noted)
• This role may require export control or sanctions compliance and related licensing.
• U.S. Early Careers Eligibility:
  • Exempt Entry Level: external candidates within 2 years of completing their highest degree and residing within the continental U.S.
  • International students (F‑1): must have approved CPT or OPT before assignment. Candidates are responsible for securing university authorization.
• Employment eligibility verification: our client uses E‑Verify; new hires will have their Form I‑9 information shared as required.

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Preferred / Useful Skills

• Experience with GT‑Suite, Fluent, Converge, Boost, Concerto, or CyberApps.
• Familiarity with Simulink feature logic and ECM calibration tools (Calterm, ACCEPTS).
• Practical test cell data collection and analysis experience.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and documentation skills.
• Effective collaboration and communication in multi‑disciplinary teams.

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Confidential Client & Culture

Our client is seeking early career engineers who want to work on impactful thermal and fluid systems problems within an engineering organization focused on high‑performance, environmentally friendly products. You’ll join a team that values cross‑functional collaboration, continuous learning, and data‑driven problem solving.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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