Sr. CAE Engineer

Whirlpool, Inc.; Pune District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Whirlpool Corporation’s Global Technology & Engineering Centre (GTEC) seeks an experienced FEA engineer to enhance structural robustness of products through LS-Dyna simulations. You will transform real-world problems into simulation models, run explicit/implicit analyses, interpret results, and provide data-driven design suggestions.

Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential for project delivery.

Qualifications

• M.Tech in Mechanical/Automobile/Aerospace Engineering.
• 2–6 years of experience in FEA/FEA-based structural analysis.
• Hands-on experience with explicit and implicit LS-Dyna simulations.

Responsibilities

• Convert physical problems into simulation problems (BC definitions) and document knowledge.
• Perform structural simulations, analyze results, and prepare reports with conclusions and suggestions.
• Interpret results and support design solutions; handle projects and deliver to stakeholders.

Skills

FEM theory

Results interpretation

Design suggestions from FEA

Education

M.Tech in Mechanical/Automobile/Aerospace

Tools

LS-Dyna

LS-Prepost

Hypermesh

Ansys

Job description

About Whirlpool Corporation

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2024, the company reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 44,000 employees, and 40 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.

About GTEC

Transforming Vision into Reality: The Global Technology & Engineering Centre. Where India's world-class talent architects the next generation of home innovation.

The team you will be a part of

The Engineering team discovers, develops and evaluates new product ideas, enhancements, or strategic product extensions, and translates research discoveries into usable and marketable products. Leads, plans and tracks all phases of the product life cycle, from inception to introduction into the marketplace. Coordinates with various functions to ensure successful product development and implementation.

This role in summary

Responsible for supporting in improvement of structural robustness of Products/Projects through explicit & implicit LS-Dyna Simulations.

Your responsibilities will include

Responsibilities:

• Can convert physical / field problem into Simulation problem (BC definition) independently. Pro-active knowledge documentation and sharing
• Perform the Structural simulations, analyze the results, prepare proper report with appropriate conclusions and suggestions to improve the product performance
• Good in Result interpretation, may need help in design solutions
• Independently handle projects and deliver solutions to stakeholders
• Coordinate with different functions and stakeholders for project discussions

Technical Expertise

• Proficient in LS Dyna , explicit and implicit analysis
• Proficient in component/subsystem/system level simulations using LS-Dyna
• Proficient in component/subsystem/system level result analysis using LS-Prepost
• Expert in 2D and 3D meshing of sheet metals and plastics using Altair-Hypermesh.

Minimum requirements

Education

M.tech from Mechanical/Automobile/Aerospace Engineering.

Experience

2-6 Years

Key Deliverables

• FEM and analysis using LS Dyna and LS Prepost. Candidates should have hands- on experience with explicit and implicit analysis projects
• Experience on material model selection
• Should have very good knowledge in FEM theory and numerical methods
• Should have experience in providing logical and feasible design suggestion based on FEA analysis
• Experience in selection of element type, mesh size, material properties, element quality check and selection of right material models and parameters
• Experience in interpreting and understanding FEA results, post- processing and preparing comprehensive analysis reports with design solutions

Preferred skills and experiences

TECHNICAL

• Knowledge of Strength of Materials and Impact dynamics
• Knowledge of numerical techniques like Finite Element Method (FEM) and Finite Difference Method (BEM).
• Basic understanding of material and product testing
• Proficiency in Simulation tools like Hypermesh, LS-Dyna, Ansys etc.
• Results interpretation skills.
• Patents/ Research / External presentations : Rigor to publish/present papers in Technical Forums Technical rigor for patent filing and desirable to have patents

Knowledge Management :

Open in sharing knowledge and thoughts

Proactive knowledge documentation and sharing within and outside stakeholders

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Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.

Join the Powerhouse of Home Innovation.

GTEC is more than an engineering centre; it is where the future of the home is being designed, tested, and perfected. We invite you to be part of a team that is not just witnessing the digital revolution but leading it - creating a lasting impact on everyday lives, one innovation at a time.