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Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Warren three times per week, at minimum.
The Role:
As the Sr. CAE Engineer, you will lead and execute the development of vehicle programs and subsequent variants. Design direction will be driven through analysis execution, deep dives into efficient / integrated design solutions, clear communication to your partners and confirmation of performance. In addition, you will have responsibility to develop methods in support of Vision 2025.
What You’ll do:
- Perform analysis to lead and execute the development of new architectures and subsequent variants for core body structure and/or closures. 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.
- Responsible to create and execute Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and/or other analysis tool 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/closure 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/closure 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. Assist in developing new CAE techniques.
- Use CAE to explain results of physical testing and engineer solutions to resolve issues with validation and release engineers
- Responsible for documenting analysis performance for program management and formal CAE report documentation (Virtual Validation) as required.
- Participate in Body Structure/Closure Product Development Teams (PDTs) to provide technical guidance based on CAE assessments.
- Stay abreast of new technology, competitive products, and latest CAE tools/trends.
- Have an active role in developing CAE resources globally (focus groups & direct communication)
Additional Description
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
- BS in Mechanical, Civil, or Aerospace Engineering
- 5+ years of relevant experience
- Thorough understanding of Material Properties as inputs to CAE analysis
- Familiarity with a variety of CAE modeling tools
- Proficiency with MS Office applications
- Good written and oral communication skills
- 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 Skills)
- MS in Engineering
- Python programming experience
- Undergraduate coursework in Strength of Materials and Engineering Mechanics.
- 4+ 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
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