Closures CAE Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Closures CAE Engineer

Structural CAE analysis specific to Automotive Closures and sheet metal, including NVH, Fatigue and non-linear Impact analyses. Knowledge of Closures interface components like seals, bumpers and wedges, as well as closures related hardware like hinges, latches and handles preferred. Work experience to develop and validate design countermeasures related to Closures, including systems engineering to solve complex Closures system level issues is desired. FMEA skills and experience necessary for Regulatory requirements and WCRs is a bonus. Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes related to design constraints would be very helpful to have.

Responsibilities

·         Perform CAE Analysis and provide issue resolution within the program dead lines

·         Develop CAE Models and plans to support program milestones

·         Support resolution of functional issues within a cross-functional team

·         Create CAE Engineering status reports and verify completeness and correctness of CAE Assessments Optimize the function and cost of forward model systems using CAE Tools Develop or improve current CAE methods and processes and incorporate them into program applications

·         Lead cross-functional alignment between D&Rs in different functions to comply with the requirements

·         Provide program design alternatives by running DOE CAE Studies.

·         Support development of standards and methods

·         Support ongoing improvement and automation of CAE process

·         Develop and present reports to management as required.

Skills Required:

·         CAE, Analyst

Skills Preferred:

·         Hypermesh, CAD/Meshing tools

Position Specific Requirements and Responsibilities

·         3-5 years of experience in Closures related CAE (preferred) or Structural CAE, with NVH, Durability and/or Fatigue CAE Analysis experience in Automotive or Aerospace industry. Knowledge of both Linear Static and Non-Linear Dynamic analyses, including impact FE analyses.

·         Experience in meshing & postprocessing software like ANSA, HyperMesh, HyperView and MetaPost.

·         Experience in CAE analysis Software including Abaqus, Nastran, LS-Dyna, nCode, Optistruct, Hyperworks etc. Build and setup FE models, perform CAE iterative analyses to identify and resolve issues within design and time constraints.

·         Verify accuracy and completion of CAE assessments and provide milestone Engineering Status Reports

·         Utilize CAE DOE & Optimization Studies to identify design alternatives

Experience Preferred:

·         Understanding different CAE methods Explicit and Implicit.

·         Automotive product development experience is a bonus.

·         Programming skills, Python, Matlab or other is a bonus

·         Multi-objective optimization using CAE is desired

·         Experience with Optimization software like ModeFrontier, Heeds or iSight Structural optimization experience using OptiStruct or Tosca is a bonus

·         Strong business acumen and excellent written and verbal abilities

·         Strong interpersonal skills including relationship building preferred

·         Experience working in cross functional teams is beneficial

·         Excellent numerical and analytical skills

·         Fully competent with Microsoft Office Tools

·         An ability to travel on company business as required

Education Required:

·         Bachelor's Degree

Education Preferred:

·         Master's Degree or PhD Engineering degree preferred

Additional Information :

***HYBRID / 4 days per week in office***

Why work at G-Tech?
G-Tech is a woman-owned company that values your ideas, encourages your growth, and always has your back. When you work at G-Tech, not only do you get health and dental benefits, but you also have training opportunities, flexible/remote work options, growth opportunities, 401K and competitive pay. Apply today!

G-Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.


By submitting your application, you acknowledge that recruiting technologies, including AI-assisted tools, may be used to support candidate evaluation, sourcing, matching, and communications.

Company Description

Why work at G-Tech?\r\nG-Tech is a woman-owned company that values your ideas, encourages your growth, and always has your back. When you work at G-Tech, not only do you get health and dental benefits, but you also have training opportunities, flexible/remote work options, growth opportunities, 401K and competitive pay. Apply today!\r\n\r\nG-Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.\r\n \r\nBy submitting your application, you acknowledge that recruiting technologies, including AI-assisted tools, may be used to support candidate evaluation, sourcing, matching, and communications.