Job Summary

The Large Power Systems Division currently has an opening for a performance analyst who will utilize commercial and internal tools and analytical techniques (1-D and 3-D simulation tools) to provide simulation support for lubrication systems across various Caterpillar large engine platforms, with the prospect to also work on engine water system simulations. This includes development of models to simulate oil pumps, engine oil galleries, valves, and heat exchangers in both steady-state and transient conditions (e.g., time to prime simulations), as well as 3-D simulations of piston cooling with oil jets. This position will also be a key player in the development of new methods and processes for 1-D and 3-D lubrication simulation, including investigations of the lattice-Boltzmann vs. finite volume methods. The engineer will effectively collaborate with the various product development teams to deliver validated design solutions for our challenging program deliverables. The position includes strong collaboration with our design, system, and validation partners.

What will you do:

- Analyze designs and concepts to achieve functional lubrication system requirements

- Develop system layouts, component selection, sizing and optimizing lube systems using 1-D 3-D simulation tools

- Conduct lube component CFD to determine performance characteristics

- Understand oil level agile change in various operating conditions, oil splashing, sloshing and oil flooding/starvation under different driving conditions, to assure lubrication requirements are met under all conditions

- Conduct piston cooling and time to prime simulation (e.g., turbocharger lubrication)

- Develop engine water circuit models to size pumps and other components





- Collaborate with engine platform partners and customers to meet technical requirements

- Communicate simulation results to engine teams, component teams and customers

- Collaborate with test engineers and correlate simulation models

- Perform simulation to assist in resolving lubrication system related field problems

- Contribute to improvements in simulation methods and processes

- Help to establish technical requirements and specifications for new products

What you must have:

- Bachelor s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Agricultural, or Aerospace engineering or similar)

- Relevant engineering experience:

- Bachelor s degree: 5+ years

- Master s degree: 2+ years

- Doctorate degree

- Experience in CFD and/or 1-D engine, power systems, machine systems, or lubrication system simulation

- Strong background and interest in thermo-sciences

- Clear verbal and written communication skills

- Project management skills allowing handling of multiple projects and priorities

Top Candidates will also have:

- Master or Doctorate degree in Mechanical, Agricultural or Aerospace engineering or similar

- Strong technical knowledge with the ability to communicate technical information effectively with team members and others in the work group, and process partners

- Working knowledge of engine, lubrication/ powertrain cooling and/or electrification systems

- 2+ years of experience using Fluent, 1-D analysis tools (i.e., GT-Suite) and Creo

Additional Information:

- This position may require up to 10% travel

- Chennai, Tamil Nadu

This job requires 5 working days from office.

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📌 Performance/Simulation/Application Engineer (Chennai)
🏢 Caterpillar
📍 Chennai