Full-Vehicle CAE Model Build Lead (ANSA Expert)

Veridian Tech Solutions, Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Veridian Tech Solutions, Inc. in Irvine, CA is seeking an experienced CAE Model Build Engineer specializing in Full Vehicle models using ANSA. You will build, validate, and manage large FE models across Crash, Durability, NVH, and Dynamics, ensuring alignment with OEM standards.

You will lead preprocessing, meshing, and connections while creating templates and automation scripts to boost repeatability. Collaboration with design, CAD, and CAE leads is essential for successful model deployment.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of CAE experience in automotive.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical / Automotive / Aerospace Engineering.
• Experience with OEM-level model integration or supplier-level model build is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead Full Vehicle FE model build activities from CAD data to solver-ready models.
• Execute pre-processing, assembly, meshing, and connections in ANSA for multiple analysis disciplines.
• Work closely with simulation engineers to deliver validated, clean, and consistent models for Safety, Durability, NVH, and Dynamics simulations.
• Develop and maintain model build templates, macros, and automation scripts to enhance productivity and repeatability.
• Conduct model integrity checks (mass balance, connectivity, boundary conditions, material & property validation).
• Interface with Design, CAD, and CAE domain leads to resolve geometry, assembly, and connectivity issues.
• Support solver deck generation (LS-DYNA, Nastran, Abaqus, OptiStruct, etc.) and ensure compliance with project setup guidelines.
• Participate in model correlation and validation exercises with test data where applicable.
• Manage model data, revisions, and documentation within PLM/CAE data management systems (e.g., Teamcenter, SimManager).
• Provide mentoring and technical support to junior engineers on ANSA best practices and model build methodology.

Skills

ANSA

FE Modeling

Scripting

Python

Team collaboration

CAD integration

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical / Automotive / Aerospace Eng

Master's in Mechanical / Automotive / Aerospace Eng

Tools

ANSA

LS-DYNA

Nastran

Abaqus

OptiStruct

Teamcenter

SimManager

Python

Job description

Veridian Tech Solutions, Inc. in Irvine, CA is seeking an experienced CAE Model Build Engineer specializing in Full Vehicle models using ANSA. You will build, validate, and manage large FE models across Crash, Durability, NVH, and Dynamics, ensuring alignment with OEM standards.

You will lead preprocessing, meshing, and connections while creating templates and automation scripts to boost repeatability. Collaboration with design, CAD, and CAE leads is essential for successful model deployment.