Sr. Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Engineer

Daikin Manufacturing México; San Luis Potosí; Hybrid; MXN 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Daikin Manufacturing México is seeking a Senior Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Engineer to drive advanced structural simulations supporting the design, validation, and optimization of commercial HVAC products. You will handle heavy welded structures and light sheet metal assemblies with expertise in static, dynamic, and fatigue analysis using ANSYS.

The candidate should hold a Mechanical Engineering degree (MS/PhD a plus), demonstrate fluent technical English, and be prepared to be based in San

Qualifications

• MS/PhD in Mechanical Engineering is a plus.
• Hybrid work arrangement: 3 days in office, 2 days at home.
• Fluent/technical English communication required.
• Located in San Luis Potosí is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced structural simulations for design validation and optimization of commercial HVAC products.
• Analyze static, dynamic, and fatigue loading and nonlinear behavior; understand failure mechanisms.
• Mentor FEA engineers and promote collaboration within the team.

Skills

FEA

ANSYS

Mechanical engineering

Fluent English

Hybrid work

Education

Mechanical Engineering (MS/PhD a plus)

Tools

ANSYS

Job description

Make your mark at the world's largest HVAC company!

Why You’ll Love Working for Daikin:

• We’re a group who operates with a people-centered mindset, believing in the unlimited potential of each employee, with a goal of driving our company to its fullest potential.
• Our goal is to “Perfect the Air”. We do this through cutting edge innovation & sustainability efforts while meeting the HVAC needs of thousands of customers - expanding over 160 countries!
• Our culture is unrivaled. Daikin operates under 8 Core Values which are embedded into every aspect of our business. It’s through these values that we continuously strive to build a place where everyone can be authentic, feel valued and heard, and have a sense of purpose and belonging.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Engineer to execute advanced structural simulations that support the design, validation, and optimization of commercial HVAC products.

Responsibilities

• This role demands a strong foundation in structural and solid mechanics, with deep expertise in both heavy welded structures and light sheet metal assemblies.
• The ideal candidate will have extensive experience analyzing structural and dynamic loading conditions, understanding failure mechanisms—including static, dynamic, and fatigue—and performing nonlinear analysis.
• A solid grasp of manufacturing processes and design for manufacturability (DFM) is essential, along with proficiency in FEA tools such as ANSYS.
• Serve as mentor to FEA engineers, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team environment.
• Encourage open technical discussions, promote team cohesion, and actively contribute to expansion of team capabilities.

Qualifications:

• Mechanical engineering (MS. or PhD. is a plus)
• Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days HO).
• Fluent Technical English communication
• Available to be located in SLP

Daikin is the world's industry leader in air conditioning with sales over 27 billion dollars, comprised of over 300 companies around the globe. Its cutting edge air conditioning products and services using environment friendly technologies are widely distributed and marketed in more than 170 countries, from residential A/C to commercial A/C market. As its global headquareter, Daikin Industries, Ltd. is continually leading air conditioning history with its business strategies & technological breakthrough in the area of environment friendly air comfort solutions. In challenging the needs of the future with new innovations using AI/IoT technologies, Daikin will continue its commitment to growth of the business and contribution to the society.