Abaqus FEA Modeler — Onsite Cupertino

Capgemini Engineering; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

Capgemini Engineering seeks a skilled Abaqus FEA Modeler to develop detailed finite element models for structural, mechanical and thermal simulations onsite in Cupertino, CA. The role requires NX CAD experience for geometry cleanup and model preparation, plus scripting to automate meshing tasks.

You will ensure high-quality meshes, perform preprocessing/postprocessing, define material models, and troubleshoot convergence issues while collaborating with design and product teams to validate and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in FEA, Abaqus CAE modeling and simulation.
• Experience in structural and thermal analysis.
• CAD/engineering tools NX CAD required; ANSA preferred.
• Programming and automation using Python scripting.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed finite element models using Abaqus CAE for structural, mechanical, and thermal simulations.
• Perform geometry cleanup, defeaturing, model simplification, and preparation using NX CAD and other preprocessing tools.
• Create high-quality meshes utilizing advanced meshing techniques and best practices to ensure simulation accuracy and efficiency.
• Execute pre-processing and post-processing activities for complex FEA simulations.
• Define and implement material models based on laboratory testing data and engineering requirements.
• Apply manual and automated meshing techniques, including scripting for element grouping, set creation, and keyword management.
• Troubleshoot model quality, simulation convergence issues, and computational performance challenges.
• Interpret simulation results and provide actionable engineering recommendations.
• Collaborate with design, product development, and engineering teams to support product validation and optimization.
• Document analysis methodologies, assumptions, results, and recommendations in technical reports.
• Stay current with industry trends, simulation technologies, and FEA best practices.

Skills

Abaqus CAE

NX CAD

Python scripting

Scripting automation

ANSA/HyperMesh

Education

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

Tools

ANSA

HyperMesh

Job description

Capgemini Engineering seeks a skilled Abaqus FEA Modeler to develop detailed finite element models for structural, mechanical and thermal simulations onsite in Cupertino, CA. The role requires NX CAD experience for geometry cleanup and model preparation, plus scripting to automate meshing tasks.

You will ensure high-quality meshes, perform preprocessing/postprocessing, define material models, and troubleshoot convergence issues while collaborating with design and product teams to validate and