FEA Engineer

Company Confidential; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm seeks an FEA Engineer to support the design and prototyping of RV mechanical components. Responsibilities include conducting FEA simulations, developing test procedures, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has a Master's degree in mechanical engineering and 3-5 years of relevant experience. Travel may be required as part of this role.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of product design and FEA validation experience required.
• Proficiency in simulation types related to product and equipment design.

Responsibilities

• Support design improvements and collaborate within the design team.
• Create standardized test procedures aligned with simulations.
• Present findings to engineering teams and leadership.

Skills

Product design experience

FEA validation experience

Mechanical system design

Team leadership

Proficiency in SolidWorks

Knowledge in MS Office

MS Visio

2D AutoCAD

Education

Master's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

2D AutoCAD

Job description

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The FEA Engineer will support the design, development and prototyping of new RV mechanical components, equipment, and machinery. This role is a key contributor within the team, collaborating cross-functionally to identify opportunities for design improvements. You’ll work on projects that move from conceptualization through prototyping and into production launch, helping to shape the future of RV Products.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work within the design team on evaluating designs created through their structural performance, while weighing part weight and cost at all stages of the product development lifecycle.
• Develop, set up, and execute FEA simulations for components, chassis, body structures, interior assemblies, and other systems.
• Create standardized test procedures for product designs that align with the simulations run on those parts.
• Reference and create internal testing and validation procedures for simulation and lab testing based on, but not limited to, regulatory standards, safety standards, and best practices.
• Correlate simulation results with physical test data to validate models and refine accuracy.
• Present findings, assumptions, and recommendations to cross-functional engineering teams and leadership.
• Support design reviews, DFMA, and continuous improvement activities.
• Self-direct workload and lead an agile team.
• Prepare clear and comprehensive simulation reports, including methodology, assumptions, and conclusions.
• Design fixtures or jigs to aid in the physical testing and validation process.
• Research and identify appropriate material types to be used in the product or process being developed.
• Support other engineers in the team in identifying opportunities for improvement in design.
• Completion of the following analysis types:
• Buckling analysis
• Modal analysis
• Harmonic analysis
• Transient analysis
• Random vibration analysis
• Composite modeling
• Durability analysis
• Explicit dynamic analysis
• Material calibration analysis
• Topology and shape optimization
• Support the prototype build from conception through implementation.
• Work closely with internal cross-functional teams, contractors, suppliers, and outside vendors to achieve desired results.
• Work as part of a functional team under the direction of the assigned manager in the timely execution of projects. Includes providing status updates for assigned tasks and activities.
• Develop and refine skills related to operational improvements to support both project execution and training of operational staff.
• Travel will be necessary.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Master’s degree in mechanical engineering with a focus on Structural Mechanics required.
• 3-5 years of product design and FEA validation experience required.
• Proficiency and demonstrable experience in the simulation types listed above and how it pertains to product and equipment design.
• Must have proficiency in mechanical system design, mechanical engineering drawing creation, MS Office, MS Visio, SolidWorks and 2D AutoCAD.
• Experience in leading teams during new product or process design implementation is a must.