R&D Mechanical Simulation Engineer - Bushings

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Vadodara; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Vadodara, India is seeking a Mechanical Simulation Engineer to provide advanced FEA simulations for bushing and insulation components. You will validate designs using ANSYS and/or COMSOL, optimize simulation parameters, and support product teams with testing and validation activities.

The role requires a Master’s in Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years in industrial FEA, strong programming knowledge (C++, Python, Java), and excellent English communication.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in mechanical engineering with strong FEA knowledge.
• 5+ years of industrial experience performing mechanical simulations using FEA.
• Proficiency with commercial FEA software (ANSYS or COMSOL).
• Experience in linear/nonlinear static, dynamic and transient analyses.
• Knowledge of object-oriented programming and scripting languages (C++, Python, Java).
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical simulations using FEA (ANSYS and/or COMSOL) to validate component designs.
• Iterate and optimize FEA controls and parameters to improve accuracy.
• Support engineering teams and manufacturing units in simulating operations and tests.
• Provide engineering solutions based on design validation results.
• Utilize OOP and scripting to enhance simulation workflows and digital platforms.
• Collaborate with global R&D teams on innovation programs and knowledge sharing.
• Prepare comprehensive simulation reports communicating results to stakeholders.

Skills

FEA

ANSYS/COMSOL

C++

Python

Java

English

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

COMSOL

Job description

Job Description

The opportunity

Hitachi Energy is looking for a Mechanical Simulation Engineer to join R&D team in Vadodara, India. R&D organization in Global Product Group (GPG) oversees Product and Technology development projects. These projects contribute to ramp up our innovation capabilities and support our strong business growth. The above role is an opportunity for a highly skilled and motivated individual to join product-focused Global Organization which aims to launch products and platforms more swiftly, seizing market opportunities, and enhancing our competitive edge. The profile is set to execute R&D roadmap under product line of ‘Bushings and insulation’ within GPG of ‘Insulation and Components (I&C)’ of the Business Unit Transformers at Hitachi Energy.

Bushing R&D team in India is a multifaceted and diversified team of engineers who play a pivotal role in developing channels to integrate new solutions, technologies, and materials into our product portfolio. The team holds strong competencies in project management, product design, FEM simulations, high-voltage testing, and supply chain management. FEM simulation is an integral part of design validation and product evaluation. A mechanical engineer who has strong knowledge of advanced FEA and significant working experience with commercial FEM software would be an ideal candidate for this role. The position offers relocation based on candidate’s eligibility.

Our legacy as market leaders in R&D and innovation sets the path to continue evolving individually and professionally. By setting ourselves up for success, Hitachi Energy would be a great place to work for future growth and embark on this exciting journey together.

How you’ll make an impact

• Perform mechanical simulations using FEA in ANSYS and/or COMSOL to validate bushing design

• Iteratively analyze FEA controls and process parameters to improve accuracy of simulation results

• Support engineering teams and bushing manufacturing units to simulate product operations and testing

• Provide solutions to R&D and engineering teams based on results of design validation and product evaluation

• Use object-oriented programming and application builder in FEA software to make digitalized product platform

• Use design and simulation parameters in CAD and FEA software respectively to develop customization toolkit

• Prepare comprehensive simulation reports to communicate FEA results and evaluation with internal customers

• Coordinate with global R&D teams to work for innovation programs, trainings, and knowledge sharing sessions

Your background

• Master’s degree in mechanical engineering along with a strong subject knowledge of FEA

• 5+ years of industrial experience in product validation by performing mechanical simulations using FEA

• High level proficiency of using mechanical module in commercial FEA software, either ANSYS or COMSOL

• Strong working experience of performing linear and nonlinear static, dynamic, and transient analyses

• Knowledge of isotropic and orthotropic material properties, failure theories, elastoplastic analysis,

• Knowledge of object-oriented programming and scripting languages like C++, Python, Java etc.

• Proficiency in both spoken and written English language

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