CAE Engineer

Flex-N-Gate LLC.; Bradford West Gwillimbury; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Flex-N-Gate LLC. is seeking a CAE Engineer in Ontario to drive finite element analyses for product development.

You will initiate new CAE processes, create FE models in HyperMesh, perform non-linear crash and linear stiffness studies, and support testing with detailed CAE results and correlations. The role requires a bachelor’s in mechanical engineering, 3+ years in automotive manufacturing, and strong experience with HyperWorks, LS-Dyna, and ABAQUS.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 3+ years of related automotive manufacturing experience.
• Strong knowledge of HyperWorks, LS-Dyna and ABAQUS.
• Knowledge of handling CAD models and FEA.
• Ability to review, interpret and present CAE results in various formats.
• Knowledge of metal stamping, welding, and injection molded plastics.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex design analysis.
• Understand customer requirements and expectations for new product design and design improvements.
• Provide FEA support for engineering group by creating FE Models using HyperMesh.
• Conduct non-linear crash analysis and correlate to physical testing.
• Conduct linear stiffness and durability analysis and correlate to testing.
• Conduct model analysis using LS-Dyna and ABAQUS.
• Advise and assist with structural improvements.
• Assist and verify FEA results correlation to physical testing.
• Assist with physical testing procedures and procedures updates.
• Ensure CAE data management and industry trend awareness.

Skills

Customer Focus

Communication

Analytical

Problem Solving

Time Management

Result Focus

Team Work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

HyperMesh

LS-Dyna

ABAQUS

CAD models

Job description

Summary

The CAE Engineer is responsible for creation and documentation of modeling plans to the engineering team. The CAE is responsible for initiation of new processes and tools utilizing FEA and computer engineering programs and software. The CAE will support the development projects and support the testing phase for Flex|N|Gate Group of Companies. The CAE will perform complex design analysis working in cross functional teams within the organization to deliver a product that meets the highest quality standards for our company and our customers.

Core Competencies

• Customer Focus
• Communication
• Analytical
• Problem Solving
• Time Management
• Result Focus
• Team Work

Job Duties

• Perform complex design analysis.
• Understand customer requirements and expectations for new product design and design improvements.
• Provide FEA support for engineering group by creating FE Models using HyperMesh.
• Conduct non-linear crash analysis and correlate to physical testing.
• Conduct linear stiffness and durability analysis and correlate to testing.
• Conduct model analysis Using LS-Dyna and ABAQUS.
• Advise and assist with structural improvements.
• Responsible to assist and verify FEA results correlation to physical testing.
• Advise and assist with physical testing procedures.
• Provide continual improvement of new testing procedures.
• Analyze and review CAE Data Management.
• Responsible for CAE updates and to be informed with industry trends.
• Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with company design, safety, quality, environmental compliance and procedural standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 3 years + related work experience in automotive manufacturing environment.
• Strong Knowledge in HyperWorks, LS-Dyna and ABAQUS.
• Knowledge in handling CAD models.
• Knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
• Able to review, Interpret and present CAE results in various format.
• Knowledge of metal stamping and welding.
• Knowledge of injection molded plastic components.
• Knowledge of Draw Die Design.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills internally and externally.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects.
• Must be a highly motivated, service and team-oriented.
• Proficiency with database applications and administration systems.