Lead Engineer Simulation

Wabtec; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Wabtec Corporation in Bangalore is seeking a Lead Engineer – Simulation to lead advanced simulation activities for diesel engine components and systems, leveraging FEA to deliver reliable, cost‑effective solutions. You will work in a global, cross‑functional environment across design, testing, manufacturing, and validation teams.

This role emphasizes NPI/NTI support, model development, data‑driven decisions, and continuous improvement, with relocation assistance available for qualified

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• Minimum 6 years in engineering simulation and product development.
• Strong expertise in FEA and structural/thermo‑mechanical analysis.
• Experience with ANSYS or equivalent tools.
• Solid understanding of mechanics, materials, fatigue, vibration, heat transfer, and failure analysis.
• Experience supporting test correlation, verification, and validation.

Responsibilities

• Lead simulation activities for diesel engine components and systems to support product development, reliability, and cost optimization.
• Develop and execute FEA models for structural, thermal, thermo‑mechanical, durability, and vibration performance.
• Perform fatigue and durability assessments (LCF, HCF, life prediction).
• Correlate simulation results with test/field data to improve model accuracy.
• Develop simulation methodologies, reports, and best practices.
• Drive adoption of advanced simulation, automation, and scripting to increase efficiency.

Skills

FEA expertise

Structural analysis

Thermal analysis

Fatigue analysis

Python scripting

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

Abaqus

Adams

Altair

Python

Job description

Role Summary / Purpose

We are seeking a Lead Engineer – Simulation to join the Engine & Power Solutions Center of Excellence (COE) in Bangalore. This role is responsible for performing and leading advanced simulation and analysis activities to support the design, development, validation, and optimization of diesel engine components and systems. The successful candidate will leverage FEA expertise in structural analysis, thermal and thermo‑mechanical simulations, and simulation‑driven product development to deliver robust, reliable, and cost‑effective engineering solutions.

The engineer will play a key role in supporting New Product Introduction (NPI), New Technology Introduction (NTI), productivity, reliability, and cost optimization initiatives by developing analytical models, predicting component life, identifying design risks, and providing actionable recommendations to engineering teams. Working in a global, cross‑functional environment, the engineer will collaborate closely with design, systems, testing, manufacturing, and validation teams to drive data‑driven engineering decisions throughout the product lifecycle.

This position requires strong technical expertise, problem‑solving skills, and the ability to translate complex simulation results into practical engineering solutions. The role provides an opportunity to influence product design, advance simulation methodologies, and contribute to the development of next‑generation engine technologies. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates in accordance with company policy.

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead simulation activities for diesel engine components and systems to support product development, reliability, and cost optimization.
• Develop and execute Finite Element Analysis (FEA) models to evaluate structural, thermal, thermo‑mechanical, durability, and vibration performance.
• Perform fatigue and durability assessments, including Low Cycle Fatigue (LCF), High Cycle Fatigue (HCF), and life prediction analyses.
• Analyze requirements and provide simulation‑driven recommendations for design optimization, material selection, and engineering decision‑making.
• Collaborate with design, testing, manufacturing, and systems teams to support product development and validation activities.
• Correlate simulation results with test and field data to improve model accuracy, root cause investigation and product reliability.
• Develop and maintain simulation methodologies, technical reports, analysis procedures, and engineering best practices.
• Drive the adoption of advanced simulation techniques, automation, scripting, and process improvements to enhance simulation efficiency, workflow standardization, and engineering productivity.
• Manage project deliverables related to technical quality, schedule, and execution while effectively communicating progress, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Promote a culture of safety, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in engineering simulation and product development.
• Strong expertise in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and structural/thermo‑mechanical analysis.
• Experience with ANSYS or equivalent simulation tools.
• Solid understanding of mechanics, materials, fatigue, vibration, heat transfer, and failure analysis.
• Experience supporting test correlation, verification, and validation activities.
• Strong analytical, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Willingness to support testing activities and travel as required.

Desired Characteristics

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline preferred.
• Experience with diesel engines, powertrains, locomotive, or heavy equipment applications.
• Experience performing durability and fatigue assessments, including LCF and HCF analysis.
• Experience with other simulation tools (Abaqus, Adams, Altair) and programming (Python, APDL, ACT, MATLAB) is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of advanced simulation methodologies, optimization techniques, or Multiphysics analyses.
• Six Sigma certification or experience applying statistical methods in engineering.

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