Develop finite element models for analysis and optimization for both crash and durability load cases; Perform linear and nonlinear analysis on a range of structural components from subsystems to complete vehicles
Perform computer simulations related to vehicle frontal crash, side impact, roof strength, and HV battery systems on a vehicle level and verifying the results from the simulations comply with multiple various crash and durability safety requirements
Challenge established CAE methods and processes to improve efficiency and accuracy
Use CAE tools to optimize performance for the body, battery, closures, chassis, and other sub-systems
Guide world-class engineering teams with design direction based on your analyses
Quickly learn the tools necessary to execute, and modify, or create new tools as necessary
What You’ll Bring
Detailed and applied knowledge of Finite Element Analysis, Applied Solid Mechanics, Material Science and Numerical Methods in a product development environment
Detailed and applied software experience in CAE pre-processors, solvers, and post- processors in a product development environment. ANSA, PRIMER, LS-DYNA, HyperWorks and META preferred
Experience working with aluminum, steel, composite structures, and a variety of advanced joining methods for crashworthiness
Demonstrated ability to work independently and with teams on problems that are challenging to solve and requiring innovative solutions
Demonstrated ability to deconstruct complex crash test scenarios with good logic and analytics
Demonstrated ability in iterative and collaborative engineering environments – success in roles requiring high levels of technical communication and interpretation of analytical results to design engineers and technical leadership
Demonstrated ability to deliver analysis on challenging projects with extremely tight timing constraints
Basic level of working ability with scripting in Python or native soft