Responsibilities
- Develop, execute, and review Finite Element Analysis (FEA) simulations using commercial Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) tools to evaluate structural performance
- Perform a range of analyses, including:
- Linear and nonlinear static analysis
- Dynamic analysis (Modal Analysis, Harmonic Analysis, Random Vibration Analysis, Impact/Drop Analysis)
- Thermal and thermo-mechanical coupled simulations
- Fatigue analysis (High Cycle Fatigue (HCF) / Low Cycle Fatigue (LCF))
- Seismic Simulations
- Build simulation models with appropriate material models, boundary conditions, contacts, and loading scenarios
- Apply knowledge of material behavior (metals, plastics, hyper elastic materials, and basic failure models) in simulations
- Evaluate simulation results to identify stress, deformation, fatigue life, and failure risks
- Perform hand calculations and engineering checks to validate FEA results using first principles
- Support Verification and Validation (V&V) efforts by correlating simulation outcomes with physical test data
- Assist in root-cause analysis and failure investigations using simulation results
- Prepare clear technical reports and documentation for internal stakeholders and customers
- Collaborate with design, test, and manufacturing teams to support simulation-driven design improvements
- Ensure simulation approaches align with industry standards and guidelines (e.g., American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), International Organization for Standardization (ISO), American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM))
- Contribute to continuous improvement of modeling practices, templates, and workflows
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
3- 8 years of relevant experience in mechanical simulation, structural analysis, or CAE
Strong fundamentals in:
- Mechanics of materials
- Structural mechanics and dynamics
Finite Element Method (FEM) theory
Hands-on experience with FEA software, such as:- ANSYS Mechanical / Workbench
- Abaqus and/or LS-DYNA (explicit experience is a plus)
- Working knowledge of CAD tools such as SolidWorks or CATIA
- Understanding of meshing techniques, element selection, and convergence studies
- Ability to interpret complex simulation data and translate results into engineering insights
- Good communication skills and ability to document technical findings clearly
- Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while collaborating effectively within a team
- Experience with explicit dynamics (impact, drop, crash-type simulations)
- Exposure to HyperMesh or similar pre-processing tools
- Basic scripting or automation experience using Python or VB
- Familiarity with design optimization or DOE (Design of Experiment) techniques
- Exposure to physical testing and test–simulation correlation
Understanding of failure criteria and damage modeling