CFD Aerodynamics Analyst

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior CFD Aerodynamics Analyst to join our Vehicle Performance & Aerodynamics team.

The successful candidate will be the technical focal point for external aerodynamics simulation and development activities across the entire commercial vehicle portfolio, including Light, Medium and Heavy-Duty vehicles. The role combines advanced CFD simulation expertise, wind tunnel testing coordination, homologation support, project management, and supplier coordination.

We are looking for a passionate engineer with a strong background in vehicle aerodynamics, capable of driving complex technical activities with a high degree of autonomy while working effectively within a multidisciplinary and international environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and perform advanced CFD simulations for external vehicle aerodynamics applications.
• Support aerodynamic development activities across all vehicle ranges, including Light, Medium and Heavy-Duty platforms.
• Execute CFD studies required for vehicle certification and homologation processes, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and internal procedures.
• Manage the complete CFD workflow, including geometry preparation, meshing, simulation setup, execution, post-processing, validation and reporting.
• Develop, maintain and continuously improve CFD models, methodologies and best practices.
• Act as the primary technical interface with the Iveco Homologation Department for aerodynamics-related activities.
• Plan, organize and coordinate wind tunnel testing campaigns, working closely with internal teams, testing facilities and external partners.
• Correlate CFD predictions with experimental data and ensure continuous improvement of simulation accuracy.
• Coordinate and supervise engineering activities performed by external suppliers and service providers.
• Manage project schedules, priorities and deliverables, ensuring activities are completed on time and to the required quality standards.
• Present technical recommendations and results to engineering teams, project stakeholders and management.
• Contribute to innovation initiatives and the development of future aerodynamic methodologies and processes.

Required Qualifications

Education

Master's Degree in one of the following disciplines:

• Aeronautical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering with specialization in Automotive Engineering

Professional Experience

• Minimum 7 years of proven industrial experience in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD).
• Demonstrated experience in external aerodynamics applications within the automotive, commercial vehicle or transportation industries.
• Proven track record in managing complex engineering projects and interacting with multiple stakeholders.
• Experience coordinating activities performed by external engineering suppliers and consultants.
• Experience planning and managing wind tunnel testing activities is highly desirable.

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency with:
• STAR-CCM+
• ANSA
• Strong expertise in surface and volume mesh generation for complex vehicle geometries.
• Deep understanding of CFD methodologies applied to external vehicle aerodynamics.
• Experience in CFD model validation and correlation with wind tunnel and experimental test data.
• Familiarity with vehicle homologation and certification processes related to aerodynamic performance.
• Experience working in High Performance Computing (HPC) environments and managing large-scale simulation campaigns.
• Knowledge of scripting and process automation tools is considered a plus.

Personal Skills

• Strong passion for aerodynamics and simulation engineering.
• Highly motivated, proactive and result-oriented mindset.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining effective collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Capability to manage multiple priorities and meet demanding deadlines.

Language Skills

• Fluent English and Italian, both written and spoken, is required.
• Additional languages are considered a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in the development of commercial vehicles (Light, Medium and/or Heavy Duty).
• Experience with aerodynamic certification and regulatory compliance activities.
• Experience defining CFD standards, methodologies and best practices.
• Experience mentoring junior engin