Jobbeschreibung
Kautex, a subsidiary of Textron Inc., is a global company with over 30 plants in 13 countries. As a Tier One automotive supplier, we support and accelerate the change throughout the automotive industry with ideas being put into motion by those who are driving the future. A pioneer in the design and manufacturing of plastic fuel systems for vehicles - including hybrid vehicle applications - Kautex is expanding our portfolio to offer smart products. From battery systems for use in hybrid and full battery electric vehicle applications to autonomous vehicle cleaning systems, Kautex is committed to pioneering solutions for the era of new mobility. Even as we look to tomorrow, we still keep a sharp focus on thriving in the current business environment with our CWC (Campbell, Wyant and Cannon) facility serving as a leader in the production of iron camshafts and metallurgy. Our IP (Industrial Packaging) division produces high-quality products for a lot of industries and is one of the prominent firms in promoting a circular economy with innovative recycling solutions. We keep sustainability at the forefront of our processes because our planet isn't better unless we can be better.
We offer an international, family-friendly (Home Office options e.g.), and diverse work environment in which you can help shape future success. Additionally, we have great career development opportunities with interesting and challenging projects, as well as various personal and professional trainings.
This position offers you exciting product development activities in Battery Thermal Management with insights to common water-glycol systems as well as advanced cooling systems.
- You will be responsible for mechanical & thermal design with focus on system integration of thermal components in automotive assemblies.
- You will (experimentally) investigate heat transfer and fluid flow for thermoplastic components.
- We need your creativity for prototyping activities for battery cooling components.
- You will define and create internal design and process standards for thermal components.
- You will continuously improve design tools for thermal fluids parts, which accelerate product development activities in costumer projects.
- You will constantly interact with internal and external partners for Design Verification Plan (DVP), Quality and DFMEAs.
- You will actively support the ideation process and IP related activities.
Safety of employees is very important to Kautex, therefore any suggestion to improve work-place safety or working practices is very welcome.
Ideally you have:
- A technical University Engineering Degree with a strong focus on thermal fluids and heat transfer
- Preferably good background knowledge on HV-batteries
- Preferably work experience in automotive with hands-on experience in designing, testing and simulation of thermal systems for electrified powertrains
- Additional knowledge in: Labview/1D simulation/Ansys Fluent & Discovery or similar is advantageous
- The ability to think analytically and a hands on approach
- Fluent in English and German language skills
- Key competencies such as managing ambiguity, customer focus, drive for results, strong interest in self development, an ability to learn on the fly and interpersonal savvy
You will excell if you enjoy working in a structured way and very independently in a multinational and -cultural working environment.
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