CAE Crash Engineer

ESP Engineered; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

ESP Engineered in Bengaluru is seeking a professional with experience in structural crash simulations using CAE tools like Hypermesh and LS-DYNA. The role involves planning and executing vehicle-level activities and managing simulations.

The ideal candidate should have 1–3 years of experience, particularly in the automotive industry, and possess strong communication skills. We value ownership, collaboration, and adaptability in our candidates.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in shell meshing and solid meshing.
• Proficiency in LS-DYNA, Hypermesh, and ANSA preferred.
• Experience in the automotive industry preferable but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute vehicle-level activities using CAE tools.
• Manage small-scale LS-DYNA models and perform simulations.
• Prepare models for crashworthiness analysis and validation.

Skills

Proficient in FE discretization

Experience with LS-DYNA

Hands-on experience with CAE tools

Good communication skills

Education

BTech / MTech in Mechanical/Automotive

Tools

Hypermesh

LS PrePost

TCL/TK

Python

Job description

Job Purpose (Significance of the Role & Objectives)

We are looking for professionals with a zeal for CAE and a strong focus on structural crash simulations using CAE tools such as Hypermesh, LS PrePost, LS Dyna, ANSA HyperView, Hypergraph, Python, and TCL/TK. In this role, you will plan and execute vehicle‑level activities according to plans developed in collaboration with key internal stakeholders and external vendors or suppliers.

Key Responsibilities and Deliverables

• Proficient in FE discretization of any kind of parts (plastic, metals—brittle/ductile) from the entire vehicle
• Ability to manage small‑scale LS‑DYNA models and perform simulations
• Experience in preparing models for crashworthiness analysis and validation
• Able to model welds such as spot welds and seam welds for automotive structures (e.g., BIW and closures) and perform test correlations
• Knowledge of GNCAP, US & Euro NCAP protocols—desirable but not mandatory
• Knowledge of seat belt and safety system simulations—desirable but not mandatory
• Product knowledge with an understanding of functioning and application is desirable
• Good presentation and communication skills

Desired Qualifications: Required Qualification, Knowledge, and Experience

• Minimum 1–3 years of experience in shell meshing and solid meshing
• BTech / MTech (desirable but not mandatory) in Mechanical/Automotive or any other relevant engineering
• Very good hands‑on experience using CAE tools such as Hypermesh, ANSA, LS PrePost, Meta Post, HyperView, Hypergraph, Python, and TCL/TK
• Proficiency in LS‑DYNA, Hypermesh, and ANSA preferred
• Experience in the automotive industry preferable but not mandatory
• Adaptive learner, able to adapt quickly to situations and work with minimal supervision
• Able to think and propose new methods to reduce the CAE lead time
• Highest level of integrity
• Keen to learn and develop further technical skills
• Collaborator with strong communication and collaboration abilities
• Sense of ownership and pride in performance and its impact on the company’s success
• Good individual contributor and mentor for junior colleagues