CAE Body Structures VDDV Engineer

About the role

The CAE Body Structures VDDV Engineer will perform structural analysis to lead and execute the development of new architectures and subsequent variants. Drive the design through appropriate analyses, deep dive efficient / integrated design solutions, provide clear design direction to your partners and confirm performance. Support hardware elimination through leadership in the Global Focus Groups and drive method development.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute Finite Element Analysis (FEA) plans for assigned projects.
• Lead CAE suppliers and internal resources to meet program milestones and deliverables.
• Create geometry or construct / update FEA models from NX math data.
• Debug 1st run vehicle structure models from suppliers (external and internal).
• Recommend viable design solutions to resolve any performance issues with mass & cost efficiency.
• Interface with the SMT, validation, structure integration, N&V, and safety integration engineers to assure balance of vehicle structure requirements and design solutions.
• Conduct topology optimization to identify architectural load paths to close the gap to requirements and implement enablers into the math released.
• Plan and implement test and/or development projects to enhance CAE capability.
• Recommend process automators and CAE enhancements for CAE modeling software and solvers.
• Use CAE to explain results of physical testing and engineer solutions to resolve issues with validation and release engineers.
• Document analysis performance for program management and formal CAE report documentation (Virtual Validation) as required.
• Participate in Body Structure Product Development Teams (PDTs) to provide technical guidance based on CAE assessments.
• Stay abreast of new technology, competitive products, and latest CAE tools/trends.
• Develop new CAE techniques.
• Have an active role in developing CAE resources globally (focus groups & direct communication).

Requirements

• BS in Mechanical, Civil, or Aerospace Engineering.
• Undergraduate coursework in Strength of Materials and Engineering Mechanics.
• 3+ years’ experience in Linear Analysis (NASTRAN/OPTISTRUCT or equivalent), Quasi-Static Analysis (LS DYNA) and optimization / diagnostic tools (Genesis).
• Familiarity with a variety of CAE modeling tools.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• A high degree of analytical ability where problems are complex or difficult.
• Exhibits appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with business partners to meet mutual goals.

Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• BS in Mechanical, Civil, or Aerospace Engineering.
• Undergraduate coursework in Strength of Materials and Engineering Mechanics.
• 3+ years’ experience in Linear Analysis (NASTRAN/OPTISTRUCT or equivalent), Quasi-Static Analysis (LS DYNA) and optimization / diagnostic tools (Genesis).
• Familiarity with a variety of CAE modeling tools.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• A high degree of analytical ability where problems are complex or difficult.
• Exhibits appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with business partners to meet mutual goals.

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• MS in Engineering.
• 5+ years’ experience in Linear Analysis (NASTRAN/OPTISTRUCT or equivalent), Quasi-Static Analysis (LS DYNA) and optimization / diagnostic tools (Genesis).
• Familiarity with UG-NX CAD & CAE tools.

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}.