Senior CAE Engineer: Lead Vehicle Simulation & Validation

Energy Jobline ZR; Coventry; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR in Coventry is seeking a Principal CAE Engineer to lead simulation-based vehicle development. You will define CAE strategy, mentor teams, and drive validation across complete programmes with internal and external partners.

The role demands 10+ years in automotive CAE, deep FE knowledge, and hands-on expertise with Abaqus, Ansys, LS-DYNA, Nastran, OptiStruct and HyperWorks. Excellent communication and stakeholder management are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical/Automotive/Aerospace engineering or equivalent.
• 10+ years of CAE experience in automotive or related sectors.
• Proven delivery of simulation-led development on complete vehicle programmes.
• Strong FE and structural simulation expertise, with major CAE tools.

Responsibilities

• Define and deploy the CAE strategy, standards and best practices.
• Lead virtual validation activities across body, chassis, and powertrain.
• Mentor CAE engineers and collaborate with design and suppliers.
• Present findings to leadership and influence program decisions.

Skills

Senior CAE leadership

Mentoring engineers

Stakeholder management

Technical leadership

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Abaqus

Ansys

LS-DYNA/RADIOSS

Nastran

OptiStruct

HyperWorks

Job description

Energy Jobline ZR in Coventry is seeking a Principal CAE Engineer to lead simulation-based vehicle development. You will define CAE strategy, mentor teams, and drive validation across complete programmes with internal and external partners.

The role demands 10+ years in automotive CAE, deep FE knowledge, and hands-on expertise with Abaqus, Ansys, LS-DYNA, Nastran, OptiStruct and HyperWorks. Excellent communication and stakeholder management are essential.