Lead CAE Engineer

About the role

The Lead CAE Engineer will own simulation-driven design and R&D activities, develop and implement a simulation technology roadmap, lead implementation of digital twins and predictive maintenance strategies, and integrate upfront simulation-driven design space exploration into the product development cycle.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a simulation technology roadmap to close capability gaps and enable product innovation.
• Support new product development team with DFMEA validation through Multiphysics simulations.
• Deliver custom simulation training, create performance plans and mentoring programs for the engineering team.
• Create guided analysis workflows, templates, and simulation apps to the design team.
• Lead validation and correlation of the analytical models with test & field data.
• Lead and manage the implementation of the high-performance computing/hardware infrastructure and resources for faster and accurate simulations.
• Act as material subject matter expert across the company.
• Maintain a customized material database for the engineering team.
• Use advanced simulation to reduce product cost and product complexities.
• Communicate technical information (data, designs and updates) to a non-technical audience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in CAE simulation & technology implementation.
• Fluent in the use of 3-D CAD (SolidWorks preferred) and PC’s.
• Hands-on experience with ANSYS Mechanical is required.
• Experience integrating simulation with test correlation, design optimization, and manufacturing considerations.
• Track record of driving simulation-led design decisions at the system and component levels.

Qualifications

• Strategic, systems-level thinker with strong technical judgment.
• Influential leader who builds trust across organizations.
• Passionate about developing people and advancing engineering capability.
• Written and verbal communication skills for dealing with multiple levels of staff, customers and suppliers.
• Proficiency in Spanish and/or Mandarin are beneficial but optional.

Benefits

At Fortune Brands, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits, adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to foster a sense of belonging for all associates.

Schedule

This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule working out of our North Olmsted, OH or Maumee, OH offices with remote days on Mondays and Fridays.

Pay

A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is $105,000 USD - $165,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location.