CAE Engineer, Sr. - Vehicle Dynamics and NVH

HITEC; Kentucky; On-site; USD 120,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Automotive Company seeks a Senior CAE Analyst specializing in Full Vehicle NVH to lead modal and frequency response analyses. You will build and validate system-level CAE models using ANSA, MetaPost, and HyperWorks, and execute advanced simulations with OptiStruct and NASTRAN.

You will interpret results, document methodologies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive design improvements in a fast-paced, research-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
• 6-8+ years of CAE experience focusing on full-vehicle NVH.
• Hands-on CAE modeling and post-processing with ANSA, MetaPost, and HyperWorks.

Responsibilities

• Perform full-vehicle NVH analysis including modal and frequency response studies.
• Develop, construct, and validate complex vehicle system CAE models.
• Use OptiStruct and NASTRAN to run simulations and interpret results.
• Document methodologies and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

NVH analysis

CA modeling

DOE setup

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Tools

ANSA

MetaPost

HyperWorks

OptiStruct

NASTRAN

Job description

A global automotive company is seeking a highly experienced Sr. CAE Analyst specializing in Full Vehicle NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness) analysis. The ideal candidate will have extensive expertise in modal analysis, frequency response analysis, and acoustic sensitivity, as well as hands-on experience in CAE modeling and post-processing using tools such as ANSA, MetaPost, and HyperWorks. This role requires the ability to independently manage complex projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, research-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform full-vehicle NVH analysis, including modal analysis, frequency response analysis, and acoustic sensitivity studies.
• Develop, construct, and validate complex vehicle system-level CAE models using tools such as Ansa, Meta, and Hyperworks.
• Use advanced solvers such as OptiStruct and NASTRAN to run simulations.
• Analyze and interpret simulation results to provide actionable insights for design improvements.
• Prepare comprehensive documentation, including detailed reports and methodology documents.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate CAE findings into product development cycles.
• Participate in correlation studies, scripting/automation tasks, and DOE (Design of Experiments) setup as needed.
• Ensure adherence to industry standards and best practices in CAE modeling and simulation processes.

Required Skillset

• Minimum of 6-8+ years of industry experience as a CAE analyst specializing in Full Vehicle NVH.
• Hands-on experience with tools such as ANSA, MetaPost, and HyperWorks for CAE modeling and post-processing.
• Proficiency in solvers like OptiStruct and NASTRAN.
• Expertise in building and validating full-vehicle CAE models.
• Strong skills in geometry cleanup, meshing, and creating assembly connections.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or aerospace engineering.

Bonus Skillset

• Experience in the automotive or aerospace industries.
• Previous exposure to research-driven environments with a focus on method development.

Location

Raymond, OH (Hybrid 3 days/week onsite)

Type

Contract

Duration

12+ months to start

Contact Information

Owen Williamson
408.550.2800