Senior Finite Element Analysis Engineer

Ingersoll-Rand India Ltd; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Yearly performance-based bonus

Health insurance

Leave encashments

Job summary

Ingersoll Rand is seeking a Senior FEA Engineer in Bangalore to provide advanced engineering simulations for product development. You will apply FEA, MBD, 1D analysis, and other methods across mechanical and power products, reviewing results and guiding design improvements.

The role requires leading projects, mentoring engineers, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality simulations, with a hybrid work setup in India.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering required.
• 4+ years hands-on experience with FEA tools (SpaceClaim, Ansys).
• Experience performing linear and non-linear static and dynamic FEA using Ansys Workbench.

Responsibilities

• Perform FEA on mechanical components and systems to evaluate stress, deformation, and vibration.
• Model real-world problems using solid mechanics principles.
• Improve analysis methodologies, standards, and best practices.
• Validate FEA results against experimental data and established standards.
• Lead FEA projects from definition to final recommendations.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers on simulation methodologies.
• Communicate results effectively with cross-functional teams and vendors.

Skills

Vibration analysis

Automation & scripting

Python or MATLAB programming

Leadership / project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

SpaceClaim

Ansys Mechanical

Ansys Workbench

GT Suite

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Senior Engineer - FEA

Ingersoll Rand is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Job Title Senior FEA Engineer Location Bangalore

About Us

Ingersoll Rand is a global provider of mission-critical flow creation, life science and industrial solutions. Ingersoll Rand’s Global Engineering & Technology Center (GEC) in Bangalore, A GREAT PLACE TO WORK CERTIFIED WORKPLACE is driven by an ownership mindset and entrepreneurial spirit, has been a beacon of innovation for over 19 years, embodying our purpose to “Make Life Better” for our employees, customers, shareholders and the planet. The Engineering & Technology center has expertly supported a diverse range of industrial products, offering deep expertise in core and digital engineering space. By cultivating a sense of inclusion, belonging and respect, and a collaborative culture, the GEC has fostered the most talented and capable engineers, thereby playing a pivotal role in driving Ingersoll Rand’s purpose and strategic focus areas.

Job & Division Summary

Provide technical expertise to product development teams through the application of engineering simulation to support the design, analysis, and testing of new and existing products. Simulation tools may include Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Multi-Body Dynamics (MBD), One-Dimensional Analysis (1D), and other analytical methods. Simulation expertise will be applied across a variety of mechanical and power products. Review analysis and test results, identify opportunities for design improvement or root causes of failure, and collaborate with product development teams to develop effective engineering solutions.

Responsibilities

• Perform FEA on various mechanical components and systems to evaluate structural integrity, stress distribution, deformation, vibration characteristics, and failure modes.
• Utilize strong knowledge of solid mechanics principles to accurately model and simulate real-world engineering problems.
• Improve the mechanical calculation discipline and enhance existing analysis methodologies, standards, and best practices.
• Validate FEA results through comparison with experimental data, analytical calculations, and established engineering standards to ensure the accuracy and reliability of simulations.
• Carry out hand calculations and develop 1-D analysis tools to improve engineering productivity and support design decisions.
• Lead FEA projects independently from problem definition through final recommendations, providing technical direction and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality simulation results.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other engineers, promoting best practices in simulation methodologies, model development, result validation, and engineering problem-solving.
• Demonstrate outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, management, and external vendors.

Mandatory Requirements

• Ability to perform linear and non-linear static and dynamic Finite Element Analysis using Ansys Workbench.
• Demonstrated ability to lead simulation projects independently with minimal supervision, manage multiple priorities, and deliver high-quality engineering solutions.
• 4+ years of hands-on experience in using tools auch as Spaceclaim and Ansys Mechanical.
• Rigorous knowledge of Solid Mechanics, Strength of Materials, and structural analysis principles.

Desired Skills

• Good working knowledge of vibration analysis
• Experience in scripting and automation within the Ansys Discovery and Workbench platforms is highly desirable.
• Candidates should demonstrate the ability to develop automated workflows, improve simulation efficiency, and enhance engineering productivity
• Knowledge of GT Suite, Python or MATLAB programming is an added advantage.
• Preferred experience in the analysis and design of air compressor components and systems.

Education Qualifications

• 4-6 years of relevant experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering required; Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred.

Travel & Work Arrangements/Requirements

This position is based in Bangalore, India, with a hybrid work arrangement and minimal anticipated travel.

What we Offer

• We are all owners of the company! Stock options (Employee Ownership Program) that align your interests with the company's success.
• Yearly performance-based bonus, rewarding your hard work and dedication.
• Leave Encashments
• Maternity/Paternity Leaves
• Employee Health covered under Medical, Group Term Life & Accident Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee development with LinkedIn Learning
• Employee recognition via Awardco Collaborative, multicultural work environment with a team of dedicated professionals, fostering innovation and teamwork.

Experience Level

Senior Level