Timothy Juan
About Timothy Juan
Timothy Juan is a Principal Engineer specializing in Vehicle Aerodynamics and Thermal Management at Karma Automotive, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE), heat transfer analysis, and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), with a background in both academia and the automotive industry.
Current Role at Karma Automotive
Timothy Juan serves as the Principal Engineer for Vehicle Aerodynamics and Thermal Management, CAE and Test at Karma Automotive. He has held this position since 2020 in Irvine, California. His responsibilities include overseeing the integration of advanced engineering practices to enhance vehicle performance and efficiency. He specializes in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation and wind tunnel testing, focusing on optimizing vehicle aerodynamics.
Previous Experience at Karma Automotive
Prior to his current role, Timothy Juan worked at Karma Automotive LLC from 2016 to 2020 as a Technical Specialist/Manager in Vehicle Thermal Management and Aerodynamics CAE and Test. During this time, he contributed to the development of cost-effective vehicle development processes, leveraging his expertise in heat transfer analysis and engineering solutions.
Education and Expertise
Timothy Juan holds a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering from Seoul National University and a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He also participated in a company-sponsored MBA program at Indiana Institute of Technology. His educational background supports his expertise in integrating Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) and specializing in CFD simulation and wind tunnel testing.
Career Background
Timothy Juan has a diverse career spanning multiple companies and roles. He worked as a Research Engineer at Korea Aerospace Research Institute from 1991 to 1993 and as a Sr. Engineer at Honda R&D from 2011 to 2015. His experience also includes positions at Navistar Inc, General Motors, and Renault-Samsung Motors, where he developed skills in vehicle thermal management and diesel engine combustion.
Mentoring and Training in Engineering
In addition to his engineering roles, Timothy Juan engages in mentoring and training within the field of engineering product development. He focuses on sharing knowledge related to heat transfer analysis, CFD simulation, and root cause analysis, contributing to the professional growth of others in the industry.