Project Engineer - Advanced Development & Simulation

Why Work at RehlkoOur work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life.

Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource – energy – that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today’s world demands.

Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions – large and small – that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter.

At Rehlko, our team members are the essential energy that powers our organization’s success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyone’s responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication, proactively reporting hazards, following protocols, and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future!

What We Offer

At Rehlko, our Total Rewards programs are designed to accelerate growth, energize performance, and support a culture of inclusion at every stage of life and work. We offer total rewards that are easily understood, recognize results, enable career mobility, and reflect our commitment to valuing diverse needs in a fast-moving world. We provide:

• Competitive compensation and benefits

• Work-life flexibility

• Recognition and rewards

• Development and career opportunities

• A safe and inclusive workplace

Why You Will Love this Job

The Project Engineer - Advanced Development & Simulation is responsible for performing thermal and structural simulations of engine systems and electrical generators systems including enclosures.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leverage computational fluid dynamics (CFD) tools including STAR-CCM+ and uFx to optimize engine thermal management systems including fan designs, radiator core selection, and surrounding mechanical structure to ensure generator set cooling targets are achieved.
• Utilize analytic methods including CFD to model restriction of piping systems including fuel delivery systems and engine exhaust systems to confirm performance targets are achieved.
• Leverage structural simulation tools (FEA) to evaluate safety and product performance of engines and generator sets including accessories like tanks and enclosures.
• Prepare CAD geometry for structural and thermal simulation to minimize complexity and size of the geometry.
• Gather and organize simulation requirements from internal product team to ensure all inputs and success criteria are available before start of simulation.
• Perform experimental measurements for thermal and fluid flow for validation to ensure accuracy of simulation assumptions and modeling.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSMinimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from an ABET accredited institution.
• Experience with commercial CAD tools and proven ability to manage large CAD assemblies.
• Two years of experience successfully performing in a similar role (including graduate school) or industry, demonstrating the ability to meet performance goals and contribute to team outcomes
• Proven ability to apply knowledge and skills in real-world work environments

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Siemens STAR-CCM+
• Experience with Altair FEA simulation products
• Master's degree in mechanical engineering

The Salary range for this position is $83,300.00-$105,200.00.The specific Salary rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location.About Us

Rehlko proudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities, along with competitive benefits and compensation. Our Purpose—Creating an energy resilient world for a better future—and Values: Curiosity, Trust, Pace, and Excellence, are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Rehlko at .

In addition to the investment in your development, Rehlko offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with Rehlko matching, and more!?

Rehlko is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination, without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, genetic information, age, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, caste, mental or physical disability, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political belief or affiliation, union membership status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, state, local, or other applicable laws.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

It is the policy of Rehlko to comply with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and corresponding national, state, local, or other applicable laws. Rehlko will not discriminate against any qualified associate or applicant with respect to any terms, privileges, or conditions of employment because of a person's physical or mental disability. Rehlko will provide a reasonable accommodation to associates or applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require an accommodation in the application process or during the course of employment, please contact EnergyJobs@rehlko.com. Rehlko is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Our ValuesCuriosity – Seek, learn, share

Trust – Go farther together

Pace – Focus to go faster

Excellence – Find the win every day