CAE Engineer( NVH and Durability)

Tata Technologies; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services company based in Livonia, Michigan is seeking an experienced engineer to focus on NVH and Durability modeling for automotive and aerospace applications. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and experience in finite element analysis using software like ANSYS and Abaqus. This role requires the ability to handle multiple projects and collaborate with various teams. The company offers a dynamic work environment supporting new technology and process development.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of NVH & Durability modeling experience in building FEA models.
• Experience in linear, non-linear & dynamic structural FEA modeling.
• Experience in writing process automation using Python, Excel VBA or C functions.

Responsibilities

• Build NVH / Durability models using commercial CAE tools.
• Run NVH / Durability simulations and provide engineering solutions.
• Develop and present detailed reports during customer meetings.
• Develop Python scripts for workflow automation.

Skills

Knowledge of mechanical systems

Attention to detail

Problem-solving ability

Software skills in finite element pre-processors

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Master of Science or Ph.D. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Altair Hyperworks

ANSYS

Nastran

Abaqus

Job description

Responsibilities

• Build NVH / Durability models for various applications in the automotive, aerospace, and entertainment industries using commercial CAE tools such as Nastran, Abaqus / Optistruct / ANSYS.
• Run NVH / Durability simulations (Linear, Non-linear, Dynamic), postprocess results, and provide engineering solutions.
• Develop and present detailed reports during customer meetings.
• Develop Python scripts for workflow automation.
• Manage analysis files according to company data-retention policies.
• Collaborate with various groups within the CAE department to enhance predictive accuracy and reduce development cycles.
• Able to execute projects with minimum guidance, including direct communication with customers, and develop effective design solutions utilizing CAE tools.
• Effectively handle more than one project simultaneously, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables.
• Support new technology and process development.

Education and Experience (required)

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with coursework in Finite Element Analysis, Strength of Materials, Mechanical behavior of metals, plastics & composites, Noise & Vibration.
• Experience in linear, non-linear & dynamic structural FEA modeling, analysis
• 1-3 years of NVH & Durability modeling experience in building FEA models using tools such as ANSA, Hypermesh

Education and Experience (preferred)

• Master of Science or Ph.D. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with coursework in Finite Element Analysis, Strength of Materials, Mechanical behavior of metals, plastics & composites, Noise & Vibration.
• Experience in writing process automation using python, or Excel VBA or C functions.
• U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident allowing for International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) compliance.
• Experience in performing analysis of complex full vehicle models.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities (required)

• Knowledge of mechanical systems, vehicle structure for various load cases & principles for NVH & Durability development for various systems.
• Good attention to detail and ability to use hand calculations and free body diagrams to validate input and results. Ability to communicate verbal and written technical information.
• Excellent problem-solving ability. Take initiative to research solutions when dealing with new problems.
• Software skills in finite element pre-processors, solvers, and post-processors (Altair Hyperworks, ANSA & META).

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities (preferred)

• Familiarity with FEA/ fatigue simulation software packages (Nastran, Abaqus, nCode etc.)
• Software skills in finite element pre-processors, and post-processors (Altair Hyperworks, ANSA & META).
• Experience with real-world data integration and experimental validation.