CAE Crash Engineer

Sumitomo Electric; Kentucky; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumitomo Electric in the United States is seeking a CAE Crash Engineer for a contract role based in Raymond, OH. You will perform crashworthiness simulations and support development of safe, high-performing automotive systems.

The role requires hands-on LS-DYNA, ANSA and META work on full-vehicle or seating-system crash analyses, plus collaboration with design, safety and test teams.

You will prepare technical reports, guide model validation, and contribute to physical-test correlation efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in full-vehicle crash analysis or Tier 1 seating-crash simulation.
• Strong hands-on experience with LS-DYNA, ANSA, META post-processor.

Responsibilities

• Build and execute nonlinear crash simulation models using LS-DYNA.
• Prepare finite element models using ANSA.
• Post-process results using META and interpret crash analyses.
• Conduct full-vehicle or seating-system crash analyses (frontal, side, rear).
• Evaluate structural behaviour, energy absorption and occupant safety.

Skills

CAe crash analysis

LS-DYNA

ANSA

META post-processor

cross-functional collaboration

Education

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

Tools

LS-DYNA

ANSA

META

Job description

Position: CAE Crash Engineer

Sector: Body, Structures & Chassis

Location: Raymond, OH

*Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the United States*

About the company

My client is an innovative American automotive manufacturer focused on redefining affordable electric mobility. They are developing a new generation of purpose-built electric vehicles with an emphasis on simplicity, modular design, and customer customisation.

Our client is looking for a CAE Crash Engineer to join their expanding team on a Contract basis. The role will be based in Raymond, OH.

Position Summary

• Our Client is seeking an experienced CAE Crash Analyst to perform crashworthiness simulations and support the development of safe, high-performing automotive systems.
• The ideal candidate will have experience in either full-vehicle crash analysis or Tier 1 seating-system crash simulation.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and execute nonlinear crash simulation models using LS-DYNA.
• Prepare and assemble finite element models using ANSA.
• Post-process and interpret simulation results using META.
• Conduct full-vehicle or seating-system crash analyses, including frontal, side, rear, and other applicable impact load cases.
• Evaluate structural behaviour, deformation, intrusion, load paths, energy absorption, and occupant-safety performance.
• Identify failure modes and recommend design improvements.
• Perform model debugging, quality checks, correlation, and validation.
• Work with design, safety, test, and engineering teams to resolve performance issues.
• Prepare technical reports and clearly communicate findings and recommendations.
• Support physical-test correlation and implement lessons learned in future simulation models.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Relevant experience in at least one of the following:
• Full-vehicle crash simulation and analysis, or
• Tier 1 automotive seating crash simulation.
• Strong hands‑on experience with:
• LS-DYNA
• ANSA
• META post-processor
• Good understanding of finite element analysis, nonlinear material behaviour, contact definitions, connections, and crash dynamics.
• Ability to analyse simulation results, troubleshoot model issues, and propose practical engineering solutions.
• Strong technical communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with occupant safety, restraint systems, seat structures, or regulatory and consumer crash requirements.
• Knowledge of model correlation against physical crash‑test data.
• Familiarity with automotive materials, joining methods, and structural design.
• Experience working in an OEM, engineering consultancy, or Tier 1 automotive supplier environment.

Work Authorization Requirement

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.
• Our Client is unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Employment is at will and may be terminated by either party at any time.

We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact us if you need assistance in the application process