CAE Crash Analyst

InDepth Engineering Solutions LLC; City of Troy (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

InDepth Engineering Solutions LLC seeks a CAE Crash Analyst in Troy to perform crashworthiness simulations, develop and validate FE models, and analyze results to guide design improvements. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams across on-site and global locations to ensure timely delivery of project milestones.

The role requires 5+ years in CAE crash analysis, proficiency with LS-DYNA, Nastran, and Abaqus, and strong communication skills to create technical reports and presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on CAE, crash analysis, and structural stiffness analysis.
• Experience with LS-DYNA, Nastran, and Abaqus.
• Strong understanding of finite element analysis, structural mechanics, material properties, boundary conditions, and failure criteria.
• Experience in FE model preparation, solver execution, post-processing, and interpretation of results.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex simulation issues and recommend engineering solutions.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills.
• Ability to work independently on-site and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform crashworthiness, impact, and stiffness simulations.
• Develop, review, and validate finite element models for structural analysis.
• Analyze simulation results and recommend design improvements.
• Coordinate with on-site and global teams to support project milestones.
• Prepare technical reports and engineering presentations.
• Provide technical guidance to engineering team members.

Skills

CAE crash analysis

LS-DYNA

Nastran

Abaqus

FEA

Problem solving

Technical communication

On-site collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

HyperMesh

ANSA

LS-PrePost

Job description

InDepth Engineering Solutions, LLC | Contract

CAE Crash Analyst

Troy, United States | Posted on 10/22/2026

Perform crashworthiness, impact, and structural stiffness simulations using LS-DYNA, Nastran, and Abaqus.

Develop, review, and validate finite element models for structural analysis.

Analyze simulation results, identify potential failure modes, and recommend design improvements.

Evaluate structural performance against engineering requirements and design targets.

Troubleshoot simulation issues and ensure the accuracy and reliability of CAE results.

Prepare technical reports, simulation summaries, and engineering presentations.

Collaborate with design, product development, and CAE teams to resolve complex engineering challenges.

Ensure simulation quality and timely delivery of project milestones.

Provide technical guidance and expertise to engineering team members.

Coordinate with on-site and global engineering teams to support project objectives.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related discipline.

Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in CAE, crash analysis, and structural stiffness analysis.

Practical experience with LS-DYNA, Nastran, and Abaqus.

Strong understanding of finite element analysis, structural mechanics, material properties, boundary conditions, and failure criteria.

Experience in FE model preparation, solver execution, post-processing, and interpretation of simulation results.

Ability to troubleshoot complex simulation issues and recommend effective engineering solutions.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills.

Ability to work independently at an on-site customer location and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in automotive structural analysis and crashworthiness.

Knowledge of fatigue, durability, and other structural performance assessments.

Familiarity with CAE pre-processing and post-processing tools such as HyperMesh, ANSA, and LS-PrePost.

Experience with simulation validation and correlation with physical test results.

Strong technical leadership and problem-solving capabilities.