Abaqus FEA Modeler - Meshing & Pre-Processing Expert

NLB Services; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

NLB Services is seeking a skilled Abaqus FEA Modeler to join our engineering team onsite in Cupertino, CA. The candidate will handle pre-processing, meshing, and post-processing to support mechanical and thermal projects using Abaqus CAE.

Strong NX CAD experience and scripting in Python are valued for automation and efficiency. Minimum requirements include a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and at least 3 years of finite element modeling experience with Abaqus

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in finite element modeling using Abaqus CAE
• Expert-level knowledge of model preparation, meshing, material models, boundary conditions, and load applications
• Experience with NX CAD software for importing and exporting model geometries
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills for reporting and collaborating with team members
• Valid US work visa, with no export compliance restrictions

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed finite element models using Abaqus CAE software to simulate mechanical, structural, and thermal performance
• Pre-process and post-process complex simulations, ensuring accurate model setup, meshing, and analysis
• Apply expert techniques and best practices for building high-quality mesh models, including manual methods and scripting for element grouping and keywords
• Troubleshoot and resolve modeling issues, refining models to improve convergence and computational efficiency
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of simulation best practices and advancements in FEA technology

Skills

Abaqus FEA

Finite Element Modeling

Pre-processing

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

NX CAD

ANSA

Hypermesh

Python scripting

Job description

NLB Services is seeking a skilled Abaqus FEA Modeler to join our engineering team onsite in Cupertino, CA. The candidate will handle pre-processing, meshing, and post-processing to support mechanical and thermal projects using Abaqus CAE.

Strong NX CAD experience and scripting in Python are valued for automation and efficiency. Minimum requirements include a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and at least 3 years of finite element modeling experience with Abaqus